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| Book Type | Hardcover | Softcover | Linen Cover | Layflat Book | Flip Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Options | Home Delivery | Home Delivery | Home Delivery, Same Day | Home Delivery | Same Day |
| Sizes | 5x7, 8x8, 8x11, 9x9, 12x12 | 5x7, 7x7, 8x8, 8x11 | 8x10, 8x11 | 8x11, 11x14 | 5x7 |
| Print Finish | Glossy or Matte | Semi-gloss | Semi-gloss | Satin or Matte | Semi-gloss |
| Page Count |
5x7: 20 - 150 8x8: 20 - 80 8x11: 20 - 160 9x9: 20 - 140 12x12: 20 - 160 |
5x7: 20 - 160 7x7: 20 - 140 8x8: 20 - 150 8x11: 20 - 160 |
8x11 (Home Delivery): 20 - 150 8x11 (Same Day): 20 - 40 8x10 (Same Day): 15 |
20 - 90 | 10 |
| Additional Page Price |
5x7: +$1.47 8x8: +$1.76 8x11: +$1.76 9x9: +$1.76 12x12: +$1.76 |
5x7: +$1.47 7x7: +$1.76 8x8: +$0.98 8x11: +$1.14 |
8x11 (Home Delivery): +$1.76 8x11 (Same Day): +$1.72 |
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How to make a photo book online
Upload & Personalize
Choose your book style, upload photos, and use our image upload tool and design tools to customize.
Preview Your Book
Use the page layout editor to check your design, ensuring your photos, text, and captions are perfectly placed.
Place Your Order
Place your order, and your custom photo album book will be printed and delivered to your home or local store.
Common questions about photo book printing
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How many pages can I include in a photo book?
Most books start with 20 pages, and you can add more as needed. The maximum page count depends on the format, with many books going up to 150 pages. This gives you enough room for everything from quick weekend memories to full event albums, no matter which size you choose, including popular 5×7, 8×8, and 8×11 books.
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Which book formats are available for same-day pickup?
Same-day pickup is offered on select formats, including softcover, linen, and flip books. These options work well when you need a fast, personalized gift. Other formats, such as lay flat photo albums, are printed with premium materials and shipped to your home once complete. You can see which formats qualify for same-day pickup during checkout.
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Where can I upload my photos from?
You can upload photos directly from your phone, computer, or cloud storage. The online photo book builder accepts images from most common devices, making it simple to start your project wherever your photos are saved. This flexibility helps when you want to gather pictures from multiple sources into one place.
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Can I reorder or duplicate a photo book?
Once you create a photo book, your project is saved in your account. You can reorder the same book later or make a new version by editing your saved project. This is helpful if you want matching gifts or updated editions with new photos.
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What should I know about cover and paper options?
Cover choices vary by format and include softcover, hardcover, linen, and lay flat upgrades. Paper types range from standard satin to premium matte or extra-thick layflat pages. These combinations allow you to match the look and feel of your book to the occasion, whether you are creating a simple keepsake or a premium coffee table photo book.
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Will the builder warn me if a photo is too low-quality?
If an image is not sharp enough for the size you selected, the editor displays a warning. This helps you choose photos that will print clearly, especially for larger book sizes where detail is more noticeable.
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How easy is it to design a photo book online?
The builder is simple to use, even if this is your first time making a book. You can let Auto-Fill create a starting layout or adjust each page on your own. Themes, backgrounds, and text tools help you shape the book around your story, and you can choose from popular styles for weddings, travel photos, baby milestones, or clean minimal layouts. This makes it easy to make your photo book in a way that feels personal.
Photo Books
Photos are meant to be held and shared, not just stored on a phone. Whether you are preserving family vacation memories, documenting a new baby’s first year, or compiling a portfolio, a custom photo book transforms digital images into a tangible story. It has never been easier to create a photo book online that you can display on your coffee table or share as a thoughtful gift.
Same day pickup at a store near you
Need a personalized gift fast? Our same-day photo book service is designed for speed. We offer reliable same-day photo book printing available for pickup at your local Walmart, ensuring your custom project is ready to share the very same day you order it.
Fast: Upload and order your photo album book in minutes.
Convenient: Pick up same-day photo books near you in as little as one hour.
Reliable: Professional binding and high-quality printing, ready when you need it.
Simple tools to make a photo book online
You do not need design experience to create something that feels polished. Our intuitive photo book maker gives you everything you need to make your photo book your way, working smoothly across desktop or mobile.
You can begin with one of our design templates, such as Wedding Bliss or Travel Journal. Popular themes include baby milestones, travel adventures, year-in-review layouts, and clean modern designs. The smart Auto-Fill tool can place your photos in order for a quick starting point. From there, you can adjust layouts, add text, and choose backgrounds that suit your story, giving you full control over every page.
Types of photo books we offer
We offer photo albums for every life event. Whether it is a wedding photo album to revisit your big day, a birthday or graduation collection, or a baby’s first-year review, you will find options that fit your needs. You can even build a family photo album or gather weekend snapshots with high-quality printed results. Popular sizes include 5×7, 8×8, and 8×11 books, giving you flexibility for both small keepsakes and larger display pieces.
Hardcover Photo Books: A classic choice with either a glossy laminate or matte finish. Inside, archival-quality 100 lb. satin text paper gives each page a premium feel.
Layflat Photo Albums: Ideal for panoramic photos. The seamless binding lets the book open completely flat so every detail remains visible. Available with thick satin-finish pages or extra-thick matte pages.
Elegant Linen Covers: A textured, timeless style featuring a die-cut window on the cover to frame your hero image. Printed on semi-gloss pages and available for same-day pickup.
Softcover Photo Books: Lightweight and durable. These flexible books include the same premium 100 lb. satin text paper found in hardcovers and are perfect for easy sharing.
Flip Books & Brag Books: Portable and affordable. Flip Books use spiral binding and a translucent cover, while Brag Books are printed on sturdy matte cardstock. Both are great for everyday memories you want to keep close.
From creating a memorable gift to building a visual story of your travels, the Walmart Photo Book Maker makes it simple to turn moments into something you can hold.
Find your photo book inspiration
A custom photo book is personal, filled with your special moments, making it a thoughtful choice for celebrating meaningful occasions. You might relive your wedding day with a keepsake album, capture each milestone from a baby’s first year, or turn your favorite vacation photos into a coffee table photo book that sparks conversation. These photo books also help preserve family history by printing scanned photos in a format that lasts for years to come.