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How to Convert ePub to Mobi

Convert your e-books so that they're easier to read in Kindle format

By Coletta Teske Whitehead Coletta Teske Whitehead Writer Central Washington University Coletta Teske is a Lifewire writer focusing on consumer electronics. She has 30 years' experience writing for Adobe, Boeing, Microsoft, and many others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 15, 2021 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Apps Best Apps Payment Services

What to Know

Use an online e-book converter tool like EPUB Converter. Import your file and then select Convert to > MOBI > Convert. Use a desktop MOBI converter like Calibre. Add the ePub file, edit its metadata, and select Convert books > Output format > MOBI. Send the ePub book to your Kindle with an online tool like Send EPUB to Kindle, or install the Amazon Send to Kindle tool. This article explains how to convert your e-books from ePub to MOBI format using an e-book converter online tool or a desktop MOBI converter. You can also send your ePub e-books directly to your Kindle reader.

How to Convert ePub to Kindle Book Format Online

EPUB Converter has a dedicated web page where you can convert ePub to Kindle easily. To use EPUB Converter to convert your ePub files to Kindle format: Go to the EPUB Converter website and select a file to convert. Select Convert to > MOBI, then select Convert.

How to Use a MOBI Converter to Convert ePub to MOBI

Calibre converts ePub to MOBI, and it converts every e-book format into whatever e-book format you want. Plus, Calibre works on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Here’s how to convert ePub to MOBI using Calibre: Download Calibre and install it on your computer. Open Calibre and select Add books. Open the folder containing the ePub file you want to convert, select the file, then select Open. The ePub file is added to the Calibre library. Select Edit metadata to open the Edit Metadata dialog box. In the Change cover section, select an option to choose a different front cover for your MOBI ebook. Modify the information in the Title, Author, Publisher, and Tags text boxes to fit your needs and make it easier for you to search your e-reader for the book. Select OK to return to the Calibre library. Select Convert books to open the Convert dialog box. Select the Output format drop-down menu and select MOBI. Select OK to return to the Calibre library. Select Formats to expand the list, and then select MOBI to find the converted file. Select the MOBI file, and then select Save to disk to save the MOBI file to your computer.

How to Send ePub Files to Your Kindle Device

If you don't want to use an ePub-to-MOBI converter, send your ePub e-books directly to your Kindle reader. Several websites will manage this job for you. One option is to attach the ePub file to an email addressed to your Send to Kindle email address. Another option is to use an online service, such as Send EPUB to Kindle. There's also the Send to Kindle app, a standalone application for Windows and Mac.

How to Preview the MOBI Kindle Format

The Kindle Previewer shows how your MOBI file will look on a variety of devices, including tablets, phones, and e-readers. The Kindle Previewer will also automatically convert documents to MOBI. It's available for Windows and Mac. To preview a MOBI file in the Kindle Previewer: Download Kindle Previewer and install it on your computer. Open Kindle Previewer and select File > Open Book. Select the MOBI file, then select Open. The file is converted to Kindle format. After the conversion is complete, a preview of the e-book appears in Kindle Previewer.
Select the Device Type drop-down menu, then choose the type of device that will be used to read the file (Tablet, Phone, or Kindle E-Reader). Select the Orientation that will be used when reading the book, either portrait or landscape. Use the navigation arrows in the preview area to flip from page to page in the e-book. When you're finished, select File > Close Book. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire EPUB File (What It Is and How to Open One) How to Load Non-Amazon Books Onto a Kindle Fire How to Convert ePUB to PDF What E-Book and Audiobook Formats Does iPad Support? The 7 Best ePUB Converters FB2 File: What It Is and How to Open One How to Get Free eBooks: A Step-by-Step Guide AZW File (What It Is & How to Open One) MOBI File (What It Is & How to Open One) Upload Your Own E-Books to Google Play Books 21 Best Places to Get Free Kindle Books (October 2022) 4 Best Free Document Converter Software Programs How to Convert Excel Documents to the PDF Format How to Change the Font Size on Kindle How to Convert PDF to Kindle How to Add Members to a Distribution List in Outlook Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies