Understanding Kobo: Is it MOBI or ePub?

Discover whether Kobo supports MOBI or ePub formats and how to convert files.

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Kobo primarily supports ePub format. While Kobo devices and apps do not natively support MOBI format, they can read PDFs and other eBook formats. If you have a MOBI file, you can use software like Calibre to convert it to ePub for seamless reading on your Kobo device.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I read MOBI files on a Kobo device? No, Kobo devices do not natively support MOBI files. You can convert them to ePub using software like Calibre.
  2. What file formats does Kobo support? Kobo primarily supports ePub format, along with PDFs and a few other formats.
  3. How do I convert MOBI to ePub for Kobo? You can use conversion software such as Calibre to change MOBI files into ePub format for reading on your Kobo device.
  4. Is ePub better than MOBI for eReaders? ePub is widely preferred for most eReaders, including Kobo, due to better formatting and compatibility.

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