How to Open Mobi Files on PC or Mac

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This wikiHow teaches you how to view and read ebook files with a MOBI format extension, using the FBReader app on your PC or Mac.

1

Install FBReader on your computer.

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  1. FBReader is a free MOBI reader that's easy to install on Windows and macOS. You can use this app to read any MOBI file. Here's how to download it:
    • Go to https://fbreader.org in your web browser.
    • If you're using a Mac, click Download on the App Store and follow the on-screen instructions.
    • On Windows, click Get it from Microsoft and follow the on-screen instructions.
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2

Open FBReader.

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  1. If you're using Windows, it'll be in your Start menu. On a Mac, you'll find it in the Applications folder and on the Launchpad.
3

Click the Add File to Library icon.

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  1. It will open a pop-up window, and allow you to select an ebook to add.
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4

Select your MOBI file and click "OK."

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  1. This window allows you to set your preferences before importing the ebook.
5

Choose your preferences and click "OK."

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  1. This will add the selected Mobi file to your FBReader library and open the ebook.
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      1. Download and install FBReader .
      2. Open the FBReader app.
      4. Click the green " + " icon on the top-left.
      5. Select your Mobi file.
      6. Click OK .

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