What Formats Does Kindle Read Besides EPUB?

2025-07-17 15:52:12 114

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Felix
Felix
2025-07-20 15:36:02
As someone who loves collecting ebooks, I’ve had to figure out Kindle’s format quirks. The big one is that Kindle doesn’t read EPUB directly. Instead, it uses MOBI and AZW formats. MOBI is older and simpler, while AZW is Amazon’s own format with better support for features like annotations and highlights. There’s also KFX, which is the most advanced but not all older kindles support it.

PDFs work, but they’re clunky since they don’t adjust to screen size. If you’re into manga or comics, CBZ and CBR files are your best bet. For text-heavy documents, DOCX and TXT are options, though they’re not as polished as proper ebook formats. The trickiest part is EPUB—you’ll need to convert it using Amazon’s email service or a third-party tool. Once you get the hang of it, though, it’s easy to manage.
Helena
Helena
2025-07-23 11:39:20
I’ve been using Kindle for years, and it’s my go-to for reading on the go. While EPUB is a popular format, Kindle actually doesn’t natively support it. Instead, it prefers its own formats like MOBI and AZW. MOBI was the older standard, but AZW is Amazon’s proprietary format, which works seamlessly with Kindle devices. You can also read PDFs, but the experience isn’t as smooth since they don’reflow well. Another format Kindle supports is KFX, which is an enhanced version of AZW with better typography and features. If you have EPUBs, you’ll need to convert them using Kindle’s email service or a tool like Calibre. TXT and DOCX files are also supported, though they’re less common for books.
Nina
Nina
2025-07-23 20:46:00
Kindle’s format compatibility is something I’ve explored deeply as an avid reader. The primary formats it supports are AZW, AZW3 (also called KF8), and KFX. AZW is Amazon’s proprietary format, while AZW3 offers better formatting and features like embedded fonts. KFX is the newest, with advanced layout options. Kindle also handles MOBI, but it’s outdated and lacks some features.

PDFs are technically supported, but they’re not ideal for reflowable text. If you’re dealing with PDFs, I recommend converting them to AZW3 for a better experience. Kindle can also read plain TXT files and DOCX, though these are more for documents than books. For comics, Kindle supports CBZ and CBR, which are great for graphic novels.

One thing to note is that EPUB isn’t natively supported, but Amazon provides a free conversion service via email. Just send your EPUB to your Kindle email, and it’ll convert it automatically. Calibre is another excellent tool for format conversion, especially if you’re managing a large library.
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