CALAMEO MAG ENG #14

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#14 | September 2026 | English mag Focus Calaméo Faster by Design Technology Spotlight AI as a Creative Assistant Optimizing Your Workflow What if AI could truly save you time? 1

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Optimizing Your Workflow Publishing high-quality content shouldn’t have to mean spending hours on it. In this issue, we explore how smarter, smoother and more efficient workflows can help you get more Calaméo Mag done, without compromising on quality. Director From automatic link detection to generative AI Jean-Olivier de Bérard that helps you draft and publish content, we’ll Editor in chief Chloé Jouanne show you how to make the most of your tools, Design save time and stay focused on what really Ana Beatriz Avolio Cover image matters. Steve A Johnson Packed with practical tips and innovative Some text or images may have been technologies, this issue is designed to help you partially generated by AI. rethink the way you create content. Discover how automation and innovation can streamline your workflows, help you get more from your digital tools, and free up time for the tasks that truly add value. Because when your workflow works smarter, every minute counts. The Calaméo Team 3

Contents 6 News 8 Focus on Calaméo Faster by Design 10 Special Feature Can Generative AI Really Save You Time? 16 Technology Spotlight AI as a Creative Assistant rawpixel.com

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News NEW FEATURE Style Editor Customizing your reader has never been easier. With the new Style Editor, you can customize buttons, links, pop-ups and colors from a dedicated, no-code interface. Create a more consistent look and deliver a smoother, more immersive reading experience. To explore everything the Style Editor has to offer, check out our in-depth video tutorial. 6

Automatic Link Detection Automatic link detection is now available in the Calaméo Editor. URLs in your publications are automatically detected and can be turned into interactive links with just one click, making your workflow faster and more reliable. Available to PLATINUM users. Learn more Calaméo Themes As of May 26, 2026, Calaméo Themes have been updated with a more modern, clearer and more consistent interface. This update is designed to improve the user experience, particularly for those still working with older versions. 7

Focus on Calaméo Faster by Design Adding links to a digital publication shouldn’t slow down your creative process. With automatic link detection now available in the Calaméo Editor, PLATINUM users can turn their content into interactive experiences in just a few clicks. 8

1. One click is all it takes 4. Advanced customization No more scanning every page for URLs. Need to add a large number of specific The Editor automatically detects web links? Simply import a mapping table. addresses in your publication, so you can The Editor automatically matches the instantly turn them into interactive links. right words with the right URLs, with the option to add custom tooltips for even 2. Say goodbye to more control. repetitive tasks Adding dozens of links one by one can 5. More time for what matters quickly become a chore. Automation Catalogs, magazines, reports or guides takes care of the tedious work, — whatever you’re publishing, the time minimizing manual steps and keeping saved on link management can be your workflow running smoothly. reinvested where it matters most: in your content, your strategy and your results. 3. More reliable publications The more pages you have, the easier it is to miss a link. Automatic detection helps make sure your links are properly Available now in the Editor for all PLATINUM users. integrated, so you can deliver a more reliable and seamless reading experience. 9

Special Feature Can Generative AI Really Save You Time? Today, time is one of the most valuable resources for digital publishers. Every minute counts, whether you’re producing an interactive magazine, enhancing a catalog or creating an engaging newsletter. This is where generative AI comes in, promising to turn hours of work into just a few minutes. But how much time can it really save — and where does that time come from? 10

A smoother workflow AI can also help streamline the editorial workflow. Creating a digital magazine often involves multiple stages: writing, illustration, layout, proofreading and approval. AI can speed up some of these steps by providing ready-to-use starting points that editorial teams can then refine and adapt. This frees up valuable time for higher-value tasks, from shaping the editorial strategy to focusing on creativity. 11

An instant creative assistant Generative AI works like a creative assistant, capable of producing text, visuals and even interactive content almost instantly. For a magazine publisher, it can quickly generate multiple versions of an article, suggest attention-grabbing headlines, create illustrations or even come up with original layout ideas. What once took hours of brainstorming and production can now become an immediate starting point, ready to be refined to fit your editorial style. Saving time at every stage The time savings can add up across the entire content creation process. On the editorial side, AI can turn a long, complex piece of content into a clear and concise summary, or suggest different angles for approaching the same topic. When it comes to visuals, it can generate original illustrations and images in a matter of seconds. A catalog that would normally require photoshoots and extensive editing can suddenly be enhanced with high-quality visuals in a fraction of the time. 12

The important caveat But saving time isn’t automatic. To make AI genuinely useful, it needs to be thoughtfully integrated into the editorial process. Without human oversight, generated copy can lack nuance or personality, while visuals may not fully align with a publication’s identity. The result can end up taking more time than it saves if teams have to rewrite, correct and refine the output. AI is a powerful tool, but it is still a tool — it doesn’t replace human judgment, creativity or a trained editorial eye. Personalization at scale Another major advantage of generative AI is personalization. It can create content tailored to different audiences and preferences, whether that means recommendations, interactive experiences or different versions of the same article. The ability to deliver tailored experiences quickly and at scale can translate into significant time savings for content teams. 13

AI as a partner, AI and Calaméo not a replacement With Calaméo, these possibilities That distinction should guide how AI become part of a practical publishing is used. When treated as a creative workflow. The platform makes it easy partner, it can generate ideas, to bring AI-generated content into produce first drafts and expand magazines, brochures, newsletters and visual possibilities while saving other digital publications, then turn valuable time. Used as a replacement that content into engaging, interactive for human input, without proper experiences. The time saved with AI guidance or review, it can instead can have a tangible impact on content lead to distraction, inconsistency or production, while publishers retain full increasingly generic content. The real control over what they choose to publish. value of AI lies not only in how quickly This makes it possible to take advantage it generates content, but in how of AI’s speed and creative potential strategically it is used. without giving up editorial control. A powerful boost for creativity Ultimately, generative AI is not a shortcut to unlimited speed. Used well, it is a powerful tool for changing the way digital publications are created. It gives editorial teams more room to focus on what really matters: creativity, distinctive content and the reader experience. Together, Calaméo and AI open up new possibilities for digital publishing, combining efficiency, creativity and interactivity to help bring more engaging publications to life. 14

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Special Feature AI as a Creative Assistant Creating high-quality content can be time-consuming. From finding inspiration and writing clear, engaging copy to preparing polished documents, every step takes time and effort. Generative AI can help simplify these tasks, so you can work faster, more efficiently and focus your creative energy on what matters most. What is generative AI? Generative AI (such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Mistral, Perplexity and similar tools) is a technology that can create text, images and other types of content based on a few simple instructions. Unlike a basic spell checker or traditional suggestion tool, it can write complete sentences, rewrite existing content and even come up with original ideas. For content creators, it can act as an intelligent assistant, providing quick solutions when creativity is held back by a lack of time or inspiration. magnific.com 16

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The main benefit of generative AI is saving time and streamlining workflows How does it work? Generative AI relies on machine learning models trained on vast amounts of data. In practice, it analyzes the information you provide — such as a topic, existing text or a few keywords — and uses it to generate coherent, structured content. While the technology behind it may be complex, the process is simple for users: provide some input, let the AI generate a result, then adapt it to your needs. The process is fast, repeatable and can significantly reduce the time spent on writing. Why is it useful for content creation? ic.com The main benefit of generative AI is saving magnif time and streamlining workflows. It can quickly generate headlines, summaries and descriptions for your publications, rewrite existing content to make it clearer or better 18

suited to your audience, and even automate repetitive tasks such as drafting standardized sections of a document. The result? You can create high-quality content faster, while staying fully in control of your editorial decisions. AI doesn’t replace your creativity — it enhances it, helping you work more efficiently. AI and Calaméo Used together, Calaméo and generative AI can become powerful partners for simplifying the publishing process. AI can help you create optimized titles and descriptions, refine your copy and choose a more compelling cover for your publications. Combined with Calaméo features such as automatic link detection, AI can transform your workflow: less time spent on repetitive tasks, more time to create engaging, interactive content. 19

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