01 / PLAN
Start with the result and the source
Choose one canonical series name, add volume or chapter numbers with leading zeroes, and separate source archives from any converted reading copies.
Download only public chapters you are allowed to save. Publisher rights, site rules, regional restrictions, and personal-use limits remain important when building an offline library.
02 / WORKFLOW
Complete the workflow step by step
- Prepare.
Create a top-level library folder and one folder per series using a consistent official title.
- Set up.
Name chapters with zero-padded numbers, optional volume, language, source date, and format where useful.
- Create.
Store CBZ, PDF, or ZIP outputs consistently and keep cover art or notes beside the series rather than mixed with pages.
- Review.
Back up the library to a separate device and periodically open sample files from the backup.
03 / QUALITY CHECK
Review the result before the next step
Inspect the first, middle, and final pages after export. Check chapter order, image clarity, missing pages, and whether your reader opens the selected format correctly.
- Alphabetical sorting matches reading order.
- Duplicate versions are labeled clearly.
- Series names remain consistent.
- The backup can be restored.
04 / QUESTIONS
Common question
Why use leading zeroes in chapter numbers?
They keep lexical filename sorting aligned with numeric order, such as 002 before 010 and 100.
Can I update this workflow later?
Yes. Save the source and project details, then update the relevant settings, content, or output when the destination requirements change.