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My Kindle won't display images on websites. Can I fix this?

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Check your Silk browser settings and make sure images are turned on. If images are turned on but still won't display, a soft reset might fix this problem.

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Why is my Kindle showing a different language?

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Your Kindle is set to a different language. You can change it in your settings.

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My Kindle Fire shows a blank screen and doesn't respond to any buttons or touches. What should I do?

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Try holding the power button -- a battery should show up. If it does, that means you need to charge your Kindle. If the battery doesn't show up, go ahead and plug the Kindle in for an hour or so before repeating the same step. If the screen is still blank, your Kindle may need to be replaced.

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My Kindle is only showing a few pages in each book. How do I fix this?

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Check for Kindle updates, then perform a soft reset as described above. If this only happens with books in a certain format, try converting to a different format, or deleting and redownloading the books. If nothing works, contact Amazon support.

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How do I reset a 5th generation Kindle Fire?

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Hold the power button for at least 40 seconds, then release. Wait for the charge indicator light to come on, then press the power button again.

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I forgot my password, what do I do?

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If you forgot your Amazon account password, visit the Amazon website on another device and click the "Forgot my password" link. If you forgot the passcode you enter when you start up the device, perform the factory reset as described in this article. This will delete your data, but anything in "Your Kindle Library" can be redownloaded once you re-register the device with your Amazon account.

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What should I do if my Kindle is not charging?

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First, check to make sure that your Kindle is the problem and not the outlet by plugging the charger into another outlet. If the Kindle still doesn't charge, then I would contact Amazon's customer service department so they can recommend the next step for you.

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I have a virus on my Kindle Fire Tablet 2nd Generation. I do not have a volume button on this model. What can I do?

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Try a hard reset or a factory reset. The instructions on how to do this are written above.

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Why doesn't my Kindle accept my password?

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You're probably typing the wrong password.

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What do I do if my Kindle is stuck on a page and doesn't respond to tapping?

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Try soft-resetting your Kindle by holding the power button for approximately 20 seconds and releasing it. The device should reboot and show loading screen. If the problem persists, there is a possible issue with your Kindle (memory problem, electronic malfunction, screen, etc.) and you should use a repair service.

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Why won't my Kindle switch to the front screen when I touch it?

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You may have to press the on/off button. If this does not work, try charging the device and then try again.

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How do I reset a Kindle 4th to factory status?

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Backup all your files and data from your Kindle. Then, go to "Options"-"Settings" and select "Reset". Then wait for a few minutes for Kindle to reset.

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What if the search function isn't working on my Kindle?

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Try a manual reset or try searching for it online if you don't have the original manual.

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Goodreads is not coming up. Should I reset it?

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Yes.

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Why does my Kindle beep after 30 minutes?

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You might have a timer set on your device. Check your stopwatch or clock app and turn the timer off.

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What do I do if my Kindle is frozen and I can't restart it?

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Just hold the start button of your Kindle for 20-30 seconds. It will force a shut down. After few minutes you will see that you kindle start working again. If you face the problem again, contact Kindle Support.

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After a factory reset, I cannot register my Kindle. What can I do?

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You should contact Amazon support. They should be able to talk you through registering it.

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How do I create a backup of my e-books?

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Try connecting it to laptop/computer via USB cable and open Explorer. Then open the correct files and copy and paste the documents related to the books to another file.

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How do I restore data from my old Kindle to my new one?

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To restore data from your old Kindle to your new one, sign in to your new Kindle with the same Amazon account. Go to Settings and tap Sync Device. Open the Library, find your books, and download them. For personal files, connect the old Kindle to a computer, copy the files, and transfer them to the new Kindle via USB. Collections will sync automatically if both Kindles use the same account.

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What should I do if my Kindle is jammed and unresponsive, even though it's fully charged?

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If your Kindle is frozen and won't respond, try these steps: Hold the power button for 40 seconds, then release and turn it back on. If that doesn’t work, hold the power button for 40 seconds, then plug it into a charger and try again after a few minutes. Try a different charger and cable, then let it charge for at least an hour. If it turns on, check for software updates in Settings. If nothing works, reset it in Settings > Device Options > Reset to Factory Defaults.

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Will a hard reboot delete all the pictures on my Kindle?

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No, a hard reboot will not delete pictures. It only restarts the device. To delete all pictures: 1. Open the Photos or File Manager app. 2. Find the pictures and delete them manually. 3. If they are in Amazon Cloud, go to Amazon Photos and remove them. 4. To erase everything, do a factory reset in Settings > Device Options > Reset to Factory Defaults. This will delete all files and apps.

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How can I change my Kindle from displaying text in white on black to black on white?

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If your Kindle is displaying text in white on a black background (dark mode) and you find it difficult to read, you can switch back to black text on a white background: Tap the top of the screen to open the menu. Select "Aa" or "Font" to open the display settings. Look for the "Page Color" or "Themes" section. Choose "White" or the option for black text on a white background. If the issue persists, check the Accessibility settings to ensure features like "Invert Colors" are not enabled. This should resolve the problem and make reading more comfortable.

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