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How do I keep screen from rotating?

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Slide your finger down the screen. There should be a "lock" button. If you press it, your screen will stop rotating.

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How do I delete a book when I have finished reading it?

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Go to Amazon, and then go to Digital Content. Select "manage your content and devices." Search for the book your want to delete, click it, and then select "delete from cloud." Do not click "delete from device."

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What does the arrow, circle, and box mean on the Kindle Fire (5th generation)?

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The arrow is to go back to the previous page, the circle is to go home/main menu, and the box is to see all the apps that you have open.

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How do I turn up the sound on my Kindle?

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There's a button on the side of the device that either increases or decreases the volume.

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Can I use Google on a Kindle Fire?

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You can. Click on the button to search the Internet, and input Google's web address.

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How do I move apps around on the screen?

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Hold your finger down on the screen, then move it where you would like it to be placed. You can move the app the same way to place it in a folder.

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How can I get page numbers rather than percentages when reading a book?

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Only some books offer page numbers on their books. Some books only display percentages and locations.

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Can I get Facebook on a Kindle Fire?

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You can. You can also download the Messenger app just like on any tablet device.

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How do I use the Kindle camera?

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Go to the the camera lens app. Once accessed, you can take all the pictures and videos you want.

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How do I highlight in a book on my Kindle Fire?

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Press and hold the area you want to select. You can then drag your finger to highlight the portion of the text you want to save.

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How do I get the volume to work?

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There should be two buttons on the side of your Kindle that can be used to control the volume. If those buttons don't work, then you may need to replace your Kindle.

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What do buttons on a Kindle Fire do?

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The one on the right turns the tablet on. The buttons on the left adjust the volume.

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Can I use it as phone?

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Unfortunately, a Kindle Fire is only meant for reading and buying ebooks, and it does not function as a tablet or a phone.

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When I make a video, can I pause it and then start recording the video again?

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I currently have an Amazon Kindle Fire 7, and I've discovered you can't pause videos. I brought this up with Amazon and they said they might change this in the future, but for right now we're out of luck!

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Can I get data for a Kindle fire?

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Certain Kindle Fires do have 3G data capabilities, but the newer versions are Wi-fi only.

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How do I use headphones with my kindle fire?

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You would just plug the headphones in the headphone jack. Keep in mind that not all Kindles have the option to make sound.

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How do I bookmark a page in a book I'm reading on my Kindle Fire?

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Click on the bookmark icon. It will then save it to your bookmarks, and all you need to do is go into you bookmarks and it will be there.

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How do I transfer photos to my computer?

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Usually, you can just use any USB cable that can run from your device into your computer. If this doesn't work, your device may not be adaptable to the computer you are using.

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Why does my Kindle display "X hrs left in this chapter"? Is there a time limit on the book I purchased?

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There is no time limit on your book. The message "X hrs left in this chapter" estimates how long it will take to finish the chapter based on your reading speed. To turn it off, tap the screen, go to the Aa menu, select Reading Progress, and choose None or another option.

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How do I turn on my Fire tablet?

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To turn on your Fire tablet, press and hold the power button for a few seconds. Release the button when the Amazon logo appears, then wait for the device to start up. If it doesn’t turn on, charge it for at least 30 minutes and try again.

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How do I transfer pictures from my Kindle to my laptop?

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To transfer pictures from your Kindle to your laptop: Connect your Kindle with a USB cable, unlock it, and allow file transfer if prompted. Use File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) to find your Kindle under "This PC" or "Devices." Locate your images in the "Pictures" or "DCIM" folder, then copy and paste or drag them to your laptop. Safely eject the Kindle before unplugging.

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How do I change the font when reading a book on my Kindle Fire?

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To change the font on your Kindle Fire: Open the book, tap the top of the screen to access the menu, tap the "Aa" button for text settings, choose a different font style and size, and adjust other settings like spacing or background if needed. Your changes will apply immediately to the book.

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How do I delete suggested material that I do not want to see on my Kindle?

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To delete suggested material from your Kindle Fire: 1. Open the Home screen. 2. Tap and hold the suggested content you want to remove. 3. Select Remove from Home or Not Interested if available. 4. To turn off recommendations, go to Settings > Apps & Notifications > Amazon App Settings > Home Screen Settings, then turn off Recommendations. This will stop unwanted suggestions from showing on your home screen.

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How do I exit full-screen mode on a Kindle Fire HD 3rd generation?

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To exit full-screen mode on a Kindle Fire HD 3rd generation, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the quick settings menu, then tap the "Fullscreen" or "Expand" icon if available. You can also tap the screen or swipe from the edges to bring up navigation buttons. Press the home button if visible to return to the main screen. If stuck, restart the device by holding the power button for 40 seconds.

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How can I go to a different chapter on my Kindle Fire?

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To go to a different chapter on your Kindle Fire: Tap the top of the screen to open the menu, tap "Go To," select "Table of Contents," and choose the chapter you want to read. This will take you directly to the selected chapter.

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Should I add security protection to my device, like malware or spyware protection?

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The Kindle Fire has built-in security, but you can add extra protection by keeping your software updated, downloading apps only from the Amazon Appstore, using Silk Browser settings to block harmful sites, avoiding suspicious links and emails, and using a VPN for extra privacy. While the Kindle Fire does not have built-in antivirus, you can install security apps like Norton or McAfee if needed.

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How can I use gestures on the Kindle Fire 7 (2019)?

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The Kindle Fire 7 (2019) supports basic gesture controls for navigation: swipe down from the top to open Quick Settings, swipe up from the bottom to see recent apps, swipe left or right on the home screen to switch between pages, pinch to zoom in or out on web pages, photos, or PDFs, and tap and hold an app or item to move or delete it. The Fire 7 (2019) does not have full gesture navigation like some Android devices, but these gestures help with basic use.

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Can I change the Kindle tablet's background color?

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Yes, you can change the background color in certain areas on your Kindle Fire. For reading books, tap the top of the screen, select "Aa" (font settings), and choose a background color like white, sepia, or black. To enable dark mode, go to Settings > Display. Kindle Fire does not allow custom wallpapers, but third-party apps can add live wallpapers or widgets. A launcher app from the Amazon Appstore may help with more customization.

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How do I download a lunch menu to my Fire 10 Kindle?

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Find the menu online or in an email, download it if it's a PDF or image, and locate it in the Documents or Downloads folder. Use the Docs app for PDFs or the Photos app for images. For online menus, take a screenshot by pressing the Power and Volume Down buttons simultaneously.

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How do I remove a book from my Kindle Fire?

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Open your library, press and hold the book you want to remove, and tap "Remove Download" to delete it from the device while keeping it in your Amazon account. To permanently delete it, go to Amazon’s "Manage Your Content and Devices" on a web browser.

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