A short guide that shows how to install Calibre, use its main window and perform common tasks such as organizing, converting and reading e‑books.
Calibre is an open‑source e‑book management tool that lets you organize, convert and transfer e‑books to a wide range of readers. The Quick Start Guide walks you through installing the software, configuring the library location, and using the main graphical interface.
It also covers common tasks like organizing collections, converting formats, downloading news, interacting with e‑book readers, and using the built‑in e‑book viewer, plus where to find help and report bugs.
| Supported operating systems | Windows XP, Vista, 7; macOS; Linux |
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| Supported e‑book readers | Kindle, Sony, Nook and many others |
Download the installer for your operating system, run it, and follow the welcome wizard to configure the library location.
No, the built‑in e‑book viewer cannot open books that are protected with DRM.