
This also goes for eBooks, in case you’ve got a copy of one in PDF format. The files will appear under My Books, as there is no separate section for uploaded documents or files. Wait for it to disappear on the screen and then unplug the eReader from the computer.Īnother way to do it is to tie your Dropbox account with your eReader, but keep in mind this method only works with the Forma.

If yours is DRM-protected, you will need to use Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) and follow these steps instead. The process will only work with files that aren’t encrypted or protected with Digital Rights Management (DRM). While you can download the Kobo Desktop application, you won’t need to for this specific action. You will need a Windows PC or Mac to do it. It’s one of the reasons (in addition to charging) that the company includes a USB cable in the box. This process is pretty much the same for Kobo models of the last several years. Why PDFs? Because they’re among the most widely-used document file formats in the world, and whether you’re a student or working professional, your Kobo eReader could be a useful second screen when getting work done, or even taking a break. There is onboard support for PDF, EPUB, EPUB3, MOBI, TXT, HTML or RTF files, but in this article, I’ll be focusing specifically on PDFs. It’s a big marketplace to build a library, except eBooks are only part of the content package available. The company’s lineup of eReaders already have access to millions of eBooks through the Kobo Store. One of the upsides in owning a Kobo eReader is the ability to view PDF files on the display and take them with you wherever you are.
