UPDATE:
So I cracked the code! The computer does not understand that an 8.5x11 booklet will be folded in half. It expected the booklet to remain at 8.5x11 much like a finished poster would or maybe the way a magazine would maintain a larger format.
Instead, you have to set up your project with the dimensions of the folded book which for me was 5.5x8.5.
Thanks to everyone for your feedback, it is greatly appreciated!
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I have a commission for a church function on Sunday, I bout Affinity Publisher specifically for this since I've been using both Photo and Designer with no issues and perfect printing. The bonus for Affinity Publisher for me was the ability to set document type to booklet in the print menu.
Unfortunately, booklet printing does not work. My booklet is supposed to be 8.5x11, however, when set to scale (100%) the document is too large. When I change it to "fit to printable" or "shrink to printable", the document does not print to the edge of the page. I've tried exporting a pdf but I'm still unable to print because the cover and back pages translate as separate pages rather than exporting the way the center pages are.
I'm so disappointed! And extremely stressed out because I have no idea how I'll get these programs done on time.