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How Do I Format My Chapter Titles For the 7-Day Publishing Challenge?

In this article, you will learn how to format your chapter titles/sections into the correct heading for Reedsy import.

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Overview

This guide explains how to properly format chapter titles and section headings in Google Docs for Reedsy import during the 7-Day Publishing Challenge.

What you'll learn:

  • How to apply correct heading formats to chapter titles

  • Which sections need formatting

  • Step-by-step Google Docs instructions

Prerequisites

  • Your manuscript must be in Google Docs

  • You need access to the Google Docs formatting toolbar

  • Your manuscript should have clearly identifiable chapter titles and sections


Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Format Your First Section Title

  1. Open your Google Doc containing your manuscript

  2. Highlight the first section title in your manuscript

    • This could be: Introduction, Chapter 1 Title, Prologue, etc.

  3. Locate the formatting dropdown in the top left of your Google Doc

    • Look for the dropdown that currently shows "Normal Text"

  4. Click the dropdown arrow next to "Normal Text"

  5. Select "Heading 1" from the dropdown menu

Your section title will appear larger and formatted as Heading 1

Step 2: Apply Formatting to All Remaining Sections

  1. Navigate through your manuscript to find each chapter title and section heading

  2. Repeat the formatting process for every section title:

    • Highlight the text

    • Click the "Normal Text" dropdown

    • Select "Heading 1"

  3. Continue until all sections are formatted


Sections That Need Heading 1 Format

Apply Heading 1 formatting to all of these section types:

  • Chapter titles (Chapter 1, Chapter 2, etc.)

  • Introduction

  • Prologue

  • Conclusion

  • Resources

  • Acknowledgements

  • Appendix

  • Bibliography

  • Any other major section dividers


Important Notes

  • Consistency is key: All major sections must use Heading 1 format

  • Visual confirmation: Properly formatted headings will appear larger than normal text

  • Reedsy requirement: This formatting is essential for successful Reedsy import

  • Don't skip sections: Even supplementary sections like Acknowledgements need proper formatting

Summary

After completing these steps, all your chapter titles and major sections will be properly formatted with Heading 1 styling. This ensures your manuscript will import correctly into Reedsy for the 7-Day Publishing Challenge.

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