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Apple Books/EPUB Assistance

Anonymous
2025-02-10T20:35:19+00:00

I have an Apple Ebook from my job that can be purchased by clients. However, many clients work on Windows computers at their offices. I have a client interested in the ebook, but uses a Windows computer and cannot download desktop applications without permission. I've been given the book as an .epub file. I tried the Chrome extension "EPUBReader" to open the file, but it didn't work even when I tried multiple ways to open it.

Are there any recommended websites or other extensions that don't require a downloaded desktop application to read .epub files? Or do you recommend a specific desktop application for my client to ask his administration to approve for download?

Thank you!

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-02-11T09:30:50+00:00

    Dear T. Fox

    To help your customers read .epub files in a Windows environment while avoiding downloading unauthorized desktop applications, you can try the Online .epub Reader Tool.

    1. Online .epub reader tool (no application download required)

    Recommended websites

    The following are some web-only online tools that allow users to read .epub files by simply uploading the files:

    1. Google Play Books

    Availability: for almost all operating systems (Windows computers accessed through a browser).

    Benefits: No additional downloads are required and files can be safely stored in your Google account. Supports the full .epub file reading experience, including bookmarks and annotations.

    Steps:

    a. Open Google Play Books.

    b. Sign in to your Google account (customers will need a Google account).

    c. Click Upload File and select the .epub file you want to read, the file will appear in the cloud later. d. Use Google Play Books online to download the file.

    d. Use Google Play Books' online reader to read it.

    If the client supports approval of download programs: recommended desktop readers

    If the client or its management allows approved application installations, try one of the following free and reliable desktop readers:

    1. Calibre

    Official website: calibre-ebook.com

    Suitability: Full-featured eBook reader that supports all major platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux).

    Benefits: Supports .epub and other formats, and users can customize their reading experience as needed.

    2.Thorium Reader

    Official website: www.edrlab.org Applicability: Specially designed for reading e-books without DRM encryption, with excellent support for Windows platform. Advantages: simple interface, no ads, lightweight, open source

    Disclaimer: Microsoft provides no assurances and/or warranties, implied or otherwise, and is not responsible for the information you receive from the third-party linked sites or any support related to technology.

    Best Wish

    Shawn.Z-MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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