How To Edit Metadata After You Upload Books On Kindle?

2025-08-10 16:00:19 274

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Annabelle
Annabelle
2025-08-14 02:39:18
As someone who’s been organizing my Kindle library for years, I’ve picked up a few tricks for editing metadata. The easiest way is to use Calibre, a free ebook management tool. After installing, connect your Kindle to your computer and import the books. Calibre lets you edit titles, authors, covers, and even genres with just a few clicks. Once you’ve made the changes, export the book back to your Kindle, and the updated metadata will sync.

For those who prefer a more hands-off approach, Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform allows metadata edits for self-published books. Log into your KDP account, find the book, and click 'Edit eBook Details.' Here, you can tweak the title, description, and keywords. However, this only works for books you’ve published yourself. For purchased books, metadata edits are limited, but you can sometimes contact Amazon support for minor corrections.
Una
Una
2025-08-15 04:49:43
To edit metadata on Kindle books, I use Calibre. It’s simple: add the book, click 'Edit Metadata,' and make your changes. You can even add custom tags or series info. After saving, reconnect your Kindle and transfer the file. For purchased books, Amazon’s 'Manage Your Content and Devices' page lets you edit titles and authors, but not much else. Calibre gives more flexibility, especially for covers and detailed metadata.
Noah
Noah
2025-08-15 06:57:54
I love keeping my Kindle library tidy, and editing metadata is a big part of that. If you’re tech-savvy, tools like Calibre are a lifesaver. Just drag your book into Calibre, right-click, and select 'Edit Metadata.' You can change everything from the author’s name to the publication date. For covers, make sure the image is the right size (around 1,600 pixels in height works best). After saving, reconnect your Kindle and transfer the updated file.

Another option is using Kindle’s 'Manage Your Content and Devices' page. Log into your Amazon account, go to the 'Content' tab, and find the book. Click the '...' button and select 'Edit Book Info.' Here, you can adjust the title and author, but the options are more limited than with Calibre. This method is quicker but doesn’t offer as much control.
Wesley
Wesley
2025-08-16 20:37:26
Editing metadata on Kindle books isn’t as straightforward as I’d like, but it’s doable. My go-to method is Calibre because it’s free and user-friendly. After adding your book, double-click the metadata fields to edit them. You can even batch edit multiple books at once, which saves time. For covers, I recommend finding high-quality images online or creating custom ones in Canva. Once everything looks perfect, send the book to your Kindle, and the changes should appear instantly.

If you don’t want to use third-party tools, Amazon’s 'Manage Your Content and Devices' lets you tweak basic info. It’s not perfect, but it works in a pinch. Just remember that some changes, like the author’s name, might not update in Amazon’s store, only in your personal library.
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