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  • Question
    Can I download a book on one device and later continue reading on another device?
    Community Answer
    Yes, as long as you sign in using the same email or username. Just make sure you aren't using the account on more than three devices.
  • Question
    How do I return to former pages on Audible books on Kindle?
    Sierra Manyak
    Community Answer
    Swipe the page right. If you want to go a ways back, swipe up and select the location.
  • Question
    How do you switch between listening to reading?
    Ayla DeWeese
    Top Answerer
    Open the Kindle app on your device and navigate to your library. Find the ebook version of the title and open it. Tap on the screen to bring up the menu and look for the "Audible Narration" or "Whispersync for Voice" option. If the option is available, select it to link the ebook and audiobook versions of the title. Start listening to the audiobook by opening the Audible app on your device and selecting the title. While listening to the audiobook, use the Whispersync for Voice feature to switch to reading the ebook version by opening the Kindle app. Your progress in the audiobook and ebook will be synced, so you can easily pick up where you left off in either version.
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    How do I view pdfs that come with the book
    Ayla DeWeese
    Top Answerer
    If you have purchased an audiobook from Audible that comes with a PDF file, you can view it by following these steps: Open the Audible app on your device and navigate to your library. Find the audiobook that includes a PDF file and tap on it to open its details page. Look for the "PDF" button on the details page and tap on it. This will open the PDF file in a new window. You can scroll through the PDF, zoom in or out, and navigate to different pages as needed. When you're finished viewing the PDF, simply close the window to return to the audiobook.
  • Question
    Can you use audible and Waze at the same time?
    Ayla DeWeese
    Top Answerer
    Yes, it is possible to use Audible and Waze at the same time. Here's how you can do it: Open the Audible app and start playing your audiobook. Open the Waze app and enter your destination. Waze will provide voice-guided directions through your device's speaker or headphones. Your audiobook will continue playing in the background while you use Waze. You can adjust the volume levels for both apps to ensure that you can hear both the audiobook and the Waze directions clearly. Keep in mind that using multiple apps at the same time may drain your device's battery faster than usual. You may also need to adjust the settings on your device to allow both apps to run simultaneously.
  • Question
    I'm trying to collect a book series and I'm about half way through. I can't get the next book. If I delete one book will I lose it forever?
    Ayla DeWeese
    Top Answerer
    If you delete a book from your Audible library, it will be removed from your device and will no longer be available for you to listen to. However, you will still be able to access the book on your Audible account and download it again at a later time if you wish to do so. If you're running out of space on your device and need to free up some storage, you can delete an audiobook that you've already listened to or that you don't plan on listening to again soon. If you accidentally delete a book that you still want to keep, don't worry. You can always re-download it from your Audible library later.
  • Question
    Can I listen to a book without purchasing it?
    Emilia De Winkle
    Community Answer
    It depends on the type of format you are using. If you are using Audible, they usually have books for free.
  • Question
    It won't let me change chapters. It just continues to play the sample.
    Joyce Hofer
    Community Answer
    You are probably unable to listen to this book without purchasing it. Either buy the audio or look around for it if you can listen to it for free.
  • Question
    I received a gift card for Audible. How do I use it? I already entered the gift card info.
    Ayla DeWeese
    Top Answerer
    If you have already entered the gift card information on Audible, you can use it to purchase audiobooks or membership plans. Here are the steps to use the gift card: Go to the Audible website or app and sign in to your account. Find the audiobook or membership plan you want to purchase. Click on either the "Buy with Credit" or "Buy with Gift Card" button. If you have enough funds on your gift card to cover the purchase, the audiobook or membership plan will be added to your library automatically. If you don't have enough funds on your gift card, you can use another payment method to complete the purchase.
  • Question
    How do I list books by playing time?
    Joyce Hofer
    Community Answer
    List them from the least playing time to the most playing time. Another helpful way to categorize them is in alphabetical order.
  • Question
    I want to listen in my car. How do I do this?
    Joyce Hofer
    Community Answer
    Connect headphones or other listening tools to your phone or whatever you are using.
  • Question
    If I already am an Amazon Prime subscriber, do I still have to subscribe to Audible in order to download and listen to audiobooks?
    Zoe Akhtar
    Community Answer
    Yes. Audible or Audible Plus are not related to your Prime subscription.
  • Question
    How do I clear a title permanently from the library?
    Community Answer
    Choose the audiobook you want to delete, and click the checkbox next to it. Click "Delete," followed by "Yes, delete permanently."
  • Question
    How do I return a book so that I get my credit back?
    Community Answer
    Sign in to your account. Go to your purchase history. Look for the book you want to return. Click on "Return This Title." Then click on "Confirm."
  • Question
    If you shut down for the day and log off iPad, how do you go back to where you left off?
    Community Answer
    Audible will keep your place in a book even when you log out of the app. Go back to your spot in the book by reopening the app.
  • Question
    How can I start a book over?
    Leah
    Community Answer
    Go onto chapters and select the chapter you would like. Very useful when falling asleep listening to a story.
  • Question
    Can I preview a book before buying?
    Leah
    Community Answer
    You can sample a book. Samples usually last about 5 minutes and contain a clip from near the start.
  • Question
    How do I listen to a book without purchasing?
    Leah
    Community Answer
    You can sample a book by clicking on it. The samples usually last about 5 minutes.
  • Question
    How can I close the app when I am not listening to the audio book?
    Ally
    Community Answer
    Swipe up to access the App Switcher, and swipe up on the Audible app to clear it out.
  • Question
    What does the car symbol on Audible app indicate when I’m in the car? Why does the sound switch off on my story?
    GuineaPiggy2308
    Community Answer
    It indicates that you are in your car, and the sound switches off because Audible does not want you to listen to an audiobook in your car.
  • Question
    Can I see the book page and listen at the same time?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can use Immersion Reading to read and listen to the book at the same time.
  • Question
    Suddenly the Audible voice is going really slowly, like it’s underwater. How do I get the voice back to normal speed? (iPhone)
    Community Answer
    When you pull up a book on Audible, there should be a number in the lower left corner that says 'Speed' under it. If you tap the number, it will pull up a menu of different speeds that you can play the book at. Simply pick the one which is most comfortable for you.
  • Question
    Can you change name of an audiobook or how it appears in Library?
    Community Answer
    No, the author and publisher have already decided on the name and cover.
  • Question
    How do I set the timer to listen for a specific amount of time?
    Community Answer
    There should be a half moon symbol at the top of your screen and you can click on it to choose your time. There are preset times you can choose or you can put the timer for the end of the chapter or you can adjust the time to work for you.
  • Question
    If I suspend my Audible account, will I still have access to my library?
    Community Answer
    Yes, because you have already spent your money on those books. Hopefully that explains it to you, but what you need to know is that yes you can still access your books if you suspend your account.
  • Question
    Is it possible to see the written version of the book so you can choose whether to read or listen?
    Community Answer
    Sadly, no. Luckily, you could borrow a copy of that book from your library and try a chapter in each format to see which one you like better.
  • Question
    Is says I need to purchase books but their dd says I can listen unlimited for the monthly fee. Am I going to get charged for every book I check out?
    Torpi
    Top Answerer
    The "audible plus" catalog is included with the subscription. Anything outside of that must be purchased, though you get one free book per month.
  • Question
    Do I need a headset (or some other device)?
    The Write Advice
    Community Answer
    No, you can listen to an Audible audio book with or without headphones. It’s entirely your choice. For the best listening experience, you’ll probably want to use earbuds, headphones, or some sort of speaker.
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