Electronic publishing is a process of editing and publishing books by using computer technology and corresponding software. It includes three parts: first, text input and its editing; Second, layout design and mixed publishing; Third, the finished film outlet.

At present, the desktop publishing system is the best in electronic publishing. With this system, users can complete all editing and publishing work on the computer monitor. Electronic publishing system includes: computer host, input devices-keyboard and scanner, output devices-printer and corresponding software. Its advantage lies in completing a series of complex processes with less workload, less manpower and lower cost.