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What should I do if I can't transfer my books to my Kindle?

Pippintook

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Try connecting your Kindle via USB cable to your computer. Another thing to try is to change the format that the e-book is in. The most widely recognized format of e-books is EPUB, which is a format that Kindle does not recognize. This was due to an update a few years ago to force people to only get e-books from the Kindle store for their Kindle devices. You can get conversion software online for free called "Calibre E-book Management". This software allows you to convert EPUB files into MOBI (files recognized by Kindle devices). You can also use the software to change things about your e-books, such as the font size and cover photo.

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Where are my Kindle books?

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They will appear in the Kindle app on the phone, iPad, or other compatible device, on the Kindle device, and in the Kindle cloud reader. They will appear in the library, and with the exception of a cloud reader, to read them you'll need to download them. To download the books, simply tap on the cover and it will begin downloading. The only books that will not appear on the cloud reader are personal documents and Prime books.

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My Kindle only shows percentage. How can I show page numbers?

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Click the Aa button and go to “layout”. Doing this will give the option to show the page number instead.

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My Kindle Fire does not show up in my PC, any tips?

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Unplugging of the device should be performed from one USB port. Later, plug it into the other USB port on the PC. A different USB cable can be used if the PC is not able to detect or identify the Kindle Fire or Kindle Paperwhite. Reconnect the new USB cable to the port.

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How can I share my books with my child's library?

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On the Kindle App's Home screen, click on "Share Your Kindle Content." Select the household member you want to share with, choose the books, and click "Share Items."

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How do I transfer books from the Amazon pending file to my Kindle via USB?

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To transfer books from your Amazon pending file to your Kindle via USB, connect your Kindle to your computer, open File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac), locate your Kindle as a removable drive, open the "documents" folder, and drag the books from your pending file to this folder. Then safely eject your Kindle.

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Can I gift a Kindle book to someone else?

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Yes! Select the "Buy for others" button and enter the details for your gift recipients. You can specify recipient email addresses on the checkout page to send each recipient an email with the link to redeem the eBook. Any eBooks not already sent are available, after completing your purchase, to be sent when you choose.

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