The flowchart shown in this diagram describes the typical process used when working with publisher's files. Each box in the flowchart represents a step in the process. The titles associated with each box are provided below.

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Step 1: Distribution of publisher files

Step 2: Create directory for book

Step 3: Unzip files

Step 4: All in one file?
If the answer is YES, go to Step 5.
If the answer is NO, go to Step 6.

Step 5: Create mini-files

Step 6: Open in Word

Step 7: Meets state requirements?
If the answer is NO, go to Step 1.
If the answer is YES, go to step 8.

Step 8: Check for placement of text and codes

Step 9: Clean file for better use

Step 10: Save with new name

Step 11: Open new file in braille program

Step 12: Manipulate file for appropriate format

Step 13: Transcriber proofread

Step 14: Save and emboss

Step 15: Proofread by professional and copyholder

Step 16: Error sheet to transcriber

Step 17: Correct ALL files and save

Step 18: Zip file(s)

Step 19: Attach to e-mail and send

Step 20: Save on disk and mail

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