Get the most out of your Kobo ereader - 7 tips and tricks!

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  • Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
  • Just picked up a kobo ereader? These tips should help you on your way to enjoying and getting the most out of your device!
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  • @curtislee391
    @curtislee391 Рік тому +42

    One thing I really like about the Kobo that no one seems to mention is that it shows the cover of the book you are reading in sleep mode instead of some dumb pattern or advertisement.

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      I think the kindle does this too if you don't have ads. but it is nice

  • @JoaquinReinoso
    @JoaquinReinoso Рік тому +68

    0:14 1. Turn wi-fi off to conserve battry
    0:25 2. Adjust Reading settings
    1:07 3. Activate Developer mode & beta features (you're here for this!!!)
    2:33 4. Kobopatch (hacking)
    3:02 5.Adjust light brightness by swiping
    3:24 6. Calibre (software to organize you e-library)
    3:54 7. Use a tablet stand

  • @nigelcadiz8635
    @nigelcadiz8635 8 місяців тому +7

    This video should be delivered with each device. Excellent work Nish. Added to my Ereader enjoyment in less than 5 mins. Cheers

  • @HamerReviews
    @HamerReviews 2 роки тому +6

    I would! What a view! Great video - I’m impressed by how well you can read it in bright bright sunlight!
    Useful tips and tricks for sure!

  • @chrisknowles
    @chrisknowles 6 місяців тому +7

    I received a Kobo Nia for Christmas. Initially it came with 8GB of storage, but when I opened it up I found it was actually a 16GB card which was only formatted to 8GB. I put the card into my PC and used Partition Wizard to extend the primary partition to use the entire card.

  • @strangegames198
    @strangegames198 2 роки тому +4

    Thanks Nish. The 'large print mode' is very useful :)

  • @erikstenmark6445
    @erikstenmark6445 Рік тому +4

    Awesome video would love to see a video with more kobo tips, best regards from Luxembourg

  • @Susan.Lewis.
    @Susan.Lewis. Рік тому +1

    Excellent video, thank you.

  • @magsd6994
    @magsd6994 Рік тому +2

    Excellent tutorial thanks 😊

  • @LuisDuarte-dh6cn
    @LuisDuarte-dh6cn 2 роки тому +1

    very good tips. Thanks

  • @wawanbalik
    @wawanbalik Рік тому

    Very helpful, and thanks a lot!

  • @DanRobinson-oc6eq
    @DanRobinson-oc6eq 3 місяці тому +2

    One second in, I like this guy

  • @alistairmills7608
    @alistairmills7608 2 роки тому +7

    Yes please a tutorial about Calebre please.

  • @RollupTito-rx9hp
    @RollupTito-rx9hp Рік тому

    Many thanks sir. :)

  • @mhaladawy
    @mhaladawy 11 місяців тому

    Thanks 👍🏼

  • @judylin1749
    @judylin1749 Рік тому

    What is the EAC with symbols for at the low left side of keyboard ?

  • @rubysnelling3989
    @rubysnelling3989 Рік тому

    When using the web browser to download epub file, is there anything specific I should be doing? When I “click” the epub link nothing happens

  • @TanishaLaju
    @TanishaLaju 2 роки тому +7

    Interesting, the beta feature is standard there in the list for the Dutch ereader but it only comes with the webbrowser and dictionary option. I wonder why we don’t get the other functions… especially the games 😅

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому +1

      Hmm that doesn't seem fair😂

    • @FreyaVal
      @FreyaVal 2 роки тому +7

      Zoals hij al had vermeld moet je “devmodeon” intypen op de zoekbalk en op enter klikken (er komt geen resultaat in) endan ga je gewoon terug en nu de beta feature/functie checken. Het heeft niks te maken met “Dutch ereader”

  • @HHuynh-DP
    @HHuynh-DP 2 роки тому +9

    For the entire video I was concentrating on the Kobo in your hand, praying it won't get flung away by accident! :) Please avoid moving your hand too much. Great video.

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому +9

      Haha don't worry thanks to the brilliant ergonomics it was safe in my hands 😅

  • @katyareads221
    @katyareads221 2 роки тому +2

    My kobo cover works as a stand.

  • @giurgindemilan
    @giurgindemilan Рік тому

    Hi, can the apk for Kindle be installed in this Kobo? I like the design but wish to keep my ecosystem of books, annotations etc

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      I'm not sure I'm afraid, it would certainly require messing with the software so probably not reccommended!

  • @MightyMouse350
    @MightyMouse350 8 місяців тому +2

    What would you recommend for browsing? I really want to see what they're like. I'm looking for an e-reader for library books & other e-books (Kindle isn't compatible with Libby in NZ). However I'm online on my tablet a lot and would be great to have an alternative like this because it's much easier on the eyes. If they're not a hassle for browsing then should I look at size 8" or 10" ? I can't find a vid showing browsing, frustrating THANKS

    • @SheilaUthaya
      @SheilaUthaya 7 місяців тому

      Boox reader gives smooth browsing experience 😊

  • @niluferwajeeh4352
    @niluferwajeeh4352 Рік тому +1

    I use calibre to transfer books to my kobo but I have to do it one at a time . Can you please explain how to send all the new books to kobo in one go.Thanks

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      You should be able to select/highlight multiple books in calibre by using the ctrl key!

  • @valentinab.742
    @valentinab.742 5 місяців тому

    hello! nice tricks! you know if it is possible to add audiobook via pc? or with calibre?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  5 місяців тому

      This will depend on which kobo you have. The libra h2o I show here doesn't support audio books but the libra 2 does.

  • @oNorw
    @oNorw Рік тому +1

    have you figured out any good ways to organize your books? i have used calibre and it seems good but i cant seem to get folders on my kobo.

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому +1

      There are "collections" on the kobo, but to be honest not a great system. Not a strong point but you can use the search to find what you want at least.

    • @oNorw
      @oNorw Рік тому

      @@nish_ttp yeah i read something about calibre sorting it but it seems as a hassle. Its pretty amazing anyways with e readers and all the places to get free e books. Ill never manage to read thru everything.

  • @julianprofas
    @julianprofas Рік тому +6

    Another tip: Install the fonts you like! (create a fonts folder and drag the font files in there)
    Recommended: Lexend (scientifically proven to make anyone read faster)

  • @Leegheid
    @Leegheid 2 роки тому +1

    Why doesn’t the kobo Clara HD have night mode? That would definitely be a nice beta function

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому +2

      When you say night mode do you mean the colour of the screen? I believe it does have that feature included

  • @josiearruda3112
    @josiearruda3112 Рік тому

    My Kobo eReader is trying to install a newer software but when I try it says Tablet Upgrade Error. Unable to upgrade your Kobo eReader. Please try again. When I touch the ok it takes me back to the original message how do I speak this and try to go to my books without downloading the newer version. I’m stuck here

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      Oof that sounds like a pain, I think kobo support mihgt be tbe best bet. Only thing I can think of is doing a factory reset and trying to update again.

  • @JoshSinnott97
    @JoshSinnott97 2 роки тому +2

    I was curious if you knew of a way to sync your reading progress between the kobo and your phone by any chance? It seems to be possible with books that have been bought through the kobo store but won't work with any books that have been bought outside of their store

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому +1

      Not that I'm aware of I'm afraid, seems like you would need to be accessing the same file or syncing in some way 🤔

  • @IamayoutubeuserV
    @IamayoutubeuserV 2 місяці тому

    Hey Nish, great video. Can you please make a video on how to add books to Kobo?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 місяці тому

      I tend to just plug it into a PC and copy paste epubs! :)

    • @IamayoutubeuserV
      @IamayoutubeuserV 2 місяці тому

      @nish_ttp thank you :) if one doesn't have access to a pc at any point, is there another way?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 місяці тому

      @@IamayoutubeuserV There are a couple approaches. One is if you can find a cable that lets you plug from kobo to your phone, you should be able to copy and paste files from your phone.
      Anohter option is to use the web browser on the kobo, and set up a little FTP file server on your phone using app (ANDftp).
      Hope this helps :)

    • @IamayoutubeuserV
      @IamayoutubeuserV 2 місяці тому

      Yes, it does. Thanks a lot!

  • @snarlybliss_
    @snarlybliss_ Рік тому

    Does KOBO supports GDrive access of ebooks? Help please. Thanks!

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      not that I'm aware of! it may be possible to access google drive in the built in browser but I think its tricky

  • @sophimirzoeva9116
    @sophimirzoeva9116 Місяць тому

    my kobo is on sleeping mode and it is showing the book cover but i don’t know how to turn it on, it just doesn’t. and it doesn’t charge as well (i think). i charge it but it doesn’t respond and just keeps showing the cover of a book with “sleeping” at the top of the screen. what should I do😭😭

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  19 днів тому

      Only thing I can suggest is press and hold the power button until it either powers off fully or maybe reboots it - you can typically do this with all tech devices

  • @DR-R
    @DR-R Рік тому

    Is it normal that my kobo has already beta function without digit key word?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому +1

      I wouldn't worry about it tbh!

  • @francescofarina5331
    @francescofarina5331 2 роки тому

    Hi, is there a way to have the clock always displayed on this device (like on the Kindle)?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому +1

      I haven't seen the option on my libra h2o, but I would bet that the kobo patch system I mentioned would have the option somewhere if this is soemthing important

    • @francescofarina5331
      @francescofarina5331 2 роки тому

      @@nish_ttp thank you, Nish!

    • @joshuacotton9151
      @joshuacotton9151 Рік тому +1

      You can do that with NickelClock www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=347608

  • @tabletdoodlewithtomtdt6679
    @tabletdoodlewithtomtdt6679 Рік тому

    thanks man, can you remove the book recommendation from home screen?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому

      no problem. I just checked mine and I think once you have books in progress it doesn't actually show reccommendations, just shows the books you have on the go! Might vary between devices (I have the libra h2o)

  • @FreyaVal
    @FreyaVal 2 роки тому

    What i dislike from devmode is that the invert screen mode doesn’t work anymore😣

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому

      That's annoying!

    • @kulitinta
      @kulitinta 2 роки тому +4

      works for me, although you need to restart the device once you activate it

    • @FreyaVal
      @FreyaVal 2 роки тому

      @@kulitinta oh! I haven’t tried it! Thanks for the tip! I’ll try!

    • @FreyaVal
      @FreyaVal 2 роки тому +1

      @@kulitinta i just tried it a minute ago and omg! It works! Thanks!!

  • @MrBobWareham
    @MrBobWareham 20 днів тому

    I wonder what Kobo that is?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  19 днів тому

      It's the libra h2o, I still have it after 2 years and going strong!

  • @alistairmills7608
    @alistairmills7608 2 роки тому +1

    Nish does the Kobo eReader read aloud to the listener ?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  2 роки тому

      The libra h20 I have has no speakers or Bluetooth. The libra 2 I believe has Bluetooth to listen to audio books but I don't believe it can read normal ones.

  • @sujith5441
    @sujith5441 7 місяців тому

    Does it have text to speech?

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  7 місяців тому

      Depends on model but I don't think it's a common feature. Some kobo models have audio books

    • @sujith5441
      @sujith5441 7 місяців тому

      @@nish_ttp does it have audio pronunciation at least in the dictionary?

  • @rumiaesthetic776
    @rumiaesthetic776 9 місяців тому

    Hey brother I'm very poor but I love studying but I can't offord buying books so plz help me and give me a kobo as a giveaway god will give you more plz help

  • @mryan4452
    @mryan4452 Рік тому

    Tip. Don't buy kobo if you want to wirelessly transfer epub books to it. They don't allow wireless transfer, unlike Kindle. I'm annoyed I bought one.

    • @nish_ttp
      @nish_ttp  Рік тому +1

      Yes this is a disadvantage, the email to kindle was a really useful feature!

    • @ritalib
      @ritalib Рік тому +1

      Yes, you can! I transfer files from my phone to kobo without cable, trouth http file transfer.

    • @tgold94
      @tgold94 Рік тому

      You can also connect it to drop box btw

  • @margaretjenkins2757
    @margaretjenkins2757 Рік тому

    Need to not talk so fast.

    • @elementalnova7418
      @elementalnova7418 Рік тому +4

      dude the channel is literally called nish to the point