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PocketBook reader - EPUB, PDF: set it up right the first time
Get it from Google Play if it isn't on your phone yet, then change three settings before you start using it.
What it's for
PocketBook reader is an ebook app for formats including EPUB and PDF, with support for protected books, comics, manga, and audiobooks. On a new phone, it gives you a place to read local files, browse the built-in book store, and use adjustable reading controls.
Get the app
Official listing by Pocketbook International SA
Install the official PocketBook reader app from Google Play, and check that Pocketbook International SA is the developer.
After it installs: three settings
- 01Shape your reading view
Adjust fonts, colors, backgrounds, night mode, spacing, and margins to make pages easier to read in different lighting and for longer sessions.
Open a book > Reading settings - 02Manage books and progress
Use library tools, collections, bookmarks, and notes to keep titles organized and make it easier to return to a passage or continue reading.
Look in the app's Library for collections, bookmarks, and notes - 03Set up cloud synchronization
Synchronization can help you continue reading on another device and preserve progress in cloud storage; an internet connection is needed when syncing.
Look in the app's Settings for synchronization
Path as given in the developer's help pages; menu names can differ slightly between versions and phones.
Common problem
Can't open a book? Check that the file is stored locally and that its format is among those supported by the app. For a protected title, confirm that you have the file and any access details needed to read it, then close and reopen the app. If the problem continues, consult the app's Google Play support information.
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