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How to Convert an E-Book File

The ability to read e-books on any digital device makes e-book very mobile and popular. File conversion of any unsecured, DRM-free book requires using a third-party program, such as Calibre; however, Calibre conversions add additional hidden coding to the files. Also, converting a PDF to EPUB or MOBI for publication is not recommended. Easily convert an EPUB files to MOBI using the Kindle Previewer drag and drop method. Due to its simplicity, Kindle Previewer is the optimal conversion choice for publication, without adding unnecessary coding.

Things You'll Need

  • Calibre e-Book Management Software program
  • Kindle Previewer (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Calibre

    • 1

      Download and install the Calibre program. Compatible downloads include Windows, OS X, Linux and portable devices.

    • 2

      Open the Calibre program. Click the "Add book" icon link in the menu to add a DRM-free book to your Calibre library.

    • 3

      Select the book in the Calibre library list, and click the "Convert Books" icon link in the menu.

    • 4

      From the "Output format" drop-down menu, select the conversion choice. Drop-down menu is located in the upper right of the conversion window. Click "OK."

    • 5

      Plug the e-reader device into the computer. Click the "Transfer to device" icon link in the menu to transfer automatically.

    Kindle Previewer

    • 6

      Download, install and open Kindle Previewer for Mac or PC.

    • 7

      Drag the EPUB file over the open Previewer window.

    • 8

      Click the popup window link "The output file has been generated here."

    • 9

      Plug in and open the Kindle on the computer. Drag and drop the MOBI file into the documents folder located on the Kindle device.

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