How to Create and Buy Photo Book in Google Photos on iPhone and iPad

Creating and Ordering pictures from Google Photos is a new craze among iPhone and iPad users. Apple has already rolled out this feature and users can always order prints in Photos on Mac. If you are using Google Photos to sync your photos, you can use Google’s own feature to create and buy Photo Book in Google Photos on iPhone and iPad.

Note that you can select either softcover or hardcover photo books to create and share memories with your loved ones. This Google Photo album feature is available in the US and Canada only; this means users from other parts of the world cannot use this photo book printing feature of Google Photos.

How to Create and Buy Photo Book in Google Photos on iPhone and iPad

Why should you create personalized photo album using Google Photos?

Your photos are the most cherished memories; when you create memories, you also want to share them. There are many happy occasions in your life; photo books can be a perfect gift to make that occasion an unforgettable. It can be the best return gift on birthday celebrations.

How can I make a photo book from Google Photos?

It is a long process and we have divided the entire method into nine different sub-headings so that you can create and order your Photo Books. Once the book is in your hands, don’t forget to share your Google Photo books review with us.

How to Make and Buy Personalized Photo Book in Google Photos from iPhone and iPad

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How to Create Photo Book in Google Photos on your iPhone and iPad

Create Custom Photo Book Using Google Photos on iPhone and iPad

Step #1: Launch Google Photos app on your iPhone or iPad; most probably you are signed in, but if not, log in with your Google account.

Step #2: Now tap on Menu button (hamburger button in the top left corner of app).

Step #3: Next, tap on Photo Books and then start a book.

Step #4: It is time to select photos; tap on Select and then add 20 to 100 pictures.

Step #5: Then tap on Done.

Make a Photo Book from an Album

If you have already created albums in your Google Photos app, you can use those existing albums to make a picture book from Google Photos.

Step #1: Launch Google Photos on your iOS device.

Step #2: Tap on Albums from the bottom menu.

Step #3: Next, choose any one album.

Step #4: Now tap on More button.

Step #5: Then tap on Create Photo Book.

It is done!

Google offers you some editing tools to customize your photo book. By using above two methods, you can create a draft of your photo books; and Google keeps this draft for 90 days, after which the draft will be deleted automatically.

Edit Photo Book on iPhone or iPad

Step #1: Go to Google Photos app.

Step #2: Now tap on Menu button from top left corner.

Step #3: Then you need to tap on Photo Books and choose any photo book to Edit.

Change Cover Photo and Title of Photo Book

You can add title by tapping on the first page and then tap on Add a title.

To change cover photo, tap on the photo above “Cover and spine” and then tap on Change photo.

You can also add text on the spine; for this, tap on the photo above “Cover and spine”. Then tap on rectangle on left of the photo. Note that you must have at least 48 pages for softcover or a hardcover photo book.

Change Position or Layout of the Photo

To change the layout of photo, tap on the photo and then drag within the photo to position it.

To rearrange your photos, drag a photo to another page.

Tap Add photos icon to add a photo.

In case you want to remove photos, simply touch and hold the photo and then tap on Remove icon (x).

As of now, Google Photos doesn’t support adding multiple photos on one page or text.

In case you see a low-resolution warning, it means the quality of photo print may be blurred. You can continue printing the photo; however, there can be some difference between the print and the photo you see on your iOS device.

Pay for Photo Book from iPhone or iPad

Step #1: Launch Google Photos app on your iOS device.

Step #2: Log in with your Gmail ID and password (if you are not already there).

Step #3: Now tap on Menu button (hamburger icon) from top left corner.

Step #4: Next, you need to choose a photo book to buy.

Step #5: Before you add that photo book to your cart, make sure that you have all the photos you want.

Step #6: Tap on Cart.

Step #7: Google offers you two options in Photo Book: 7-inch softcover and 9-inch hardcover. You need to select which book you want to print.

Step #8: Check the type of book, quantity, and subtotal and then tap on Checkout.

Step #9: Add a shipping address, shipping method or payment method; if your shipping address is already added, simply select it.

Step #10: Finally, tap on Buy.

Google will take two to three days to print and package your photo book. When your album is prepared, it will be shipped to your address.

Buy the same book again

You can repurchase your Photos Book in Google Photos from your iPhone or iPad.

Step #1: Launch Google Photos app on your iOS device.

Step #2: Login with your Google Account.

Step #3: Now tap on Menu button and then Photobooks.

Step #4: Here, you can choose a photo from under “Past orders”.

Step #5: You will be offered two options:

You can tap Order again: before you purchase your Photos Book, you can change the type of book; you can also add, change or delete photos before buying.

Tap on More → and then tap on Buy identical book to buy the same book.

Even though you have made some changes to your photos, you will receive the same book without any changes.

In case you change your mind and want to cancel order, do it within 60 minutes of buying the book; similarly, you can make changes and repurchase the book within 60 minutes. Confirm your shipping address before you hit the Buy button.

Check the Order Status or Cancel your Photo Book in Google Photos on iPhone or iPad

Step #1: Go to Google Photos app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step #2: Log in to your Google Account.

Step #3: Tap on Menu (hamburger icon) and then tap on Photo books.

Step #4: Choose a photo book from under “Past orders”.

Step #5: Tap on Cancel to cancel the Photo Book order.

Archive a Photo Book Order from Google Photos on iPhone and iPad

Before you go for archiving your photo book, remember that you won’t be able to buy the book again. Moreover, you cannot contact Google for any problems about the book.

Step #1: Open Google Photos app on your iOS device.

Step #2: I hope you are already logged in; if not, sign into your Google Account.

Step #3: Now tap on Menu icon and then tap on Photo books.

Step #4: Choose a photo book from under “Past orders”.

Step #5: Now tap on More and then Archive.

That’s all friends!

You have successfully created and purchased your Photo Book in Google Photos. If you want to know Google Photo Books prices, check this link.

Google doesn’t give you a guaranteed shipping time; at present, you can ship your Photo book within the country you have created the order in. If you are in the US, Google takes 10-14 business days for economy delivery; 5-9 business days for standard delivery; and 4-6 business days for priority delivery. In case you are in Canada, the processing, shipping, and delivery time is 4-5 business days if it is priority delivery.

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