Kindles are a boon for book lovers. It is a great device that lets you enjoy your favorite genres anytime and anywhere. However, at times users find it difficult to read e-books saved in PDF format. Reading a PDF file on a smartphone or Kindle can be a dismal experience.
First, you cannot customize the display. Second, it lays a lot of stress and strain on the eyes. Indexes won’t work, and finding phrases and words is difficult in this format. Moreover, making annotations and highlighting texts is also impossible in PDF formats.
You can eliminate all these hassles by converting the PDF e-book into a readable Amazon Kindle format. Here’s a crisp guide to help you with the step-by-step process.
Steps to Convert a PDF File into a Kindle Format
Before initiating, you need to verify two things:
- You must have a verified Kindle email address. You will be sending the PDF file to this address only.
- Also, ensure that your personal email address from which you log in to your Amazon account is verified by Amazon. It is the account from which you will send the PDF file.
Let’s start with the file conversion process!
Step 1: Open the “Manage Your Content and Devices” section on the Preferences tab of Amazon.
Step 2: Select “Personal Document Settings.”
Step 3: Then open the “Send to Kindle Email Settings.” It will display all your email addresses registered for all your Kindle-enabled devices.
Step 4: On the same page, you will find the “Approved Personal Document E-mail List.” This section will highlight all the email addresses you can use to send the PDF file. But what if you don’t see your current email address? You can add it anytime through the link at the bottom of the list. Next, enter your new email in the “Enter an Approved Email Address” tab.
Step 5: Are you using a mobile Kindle app? If so, you can find your Kindle email address on it as well. Let’s see how:
- Tap “More” on the right-bottom side of the main app page.
- Go to “App Settings.”
- Your Kindle address is in the “Send to Kindle Email Address” section.
Step 6: Once you know your Kindle address, the process becomes very easy. First, create an email by using your current email address. Attach the PDF file.
Step 7: Now, write “Convert” in the subject tab.
Step 8: Enter your device’s Kindle address where you want to send the file. Please note that if you have multiple Kindle devices, each email address differs.
A pro tip – Ensure you have the latest Kindle device and version for the best results. Check the Amazon Spring sale if you plan to replace your old device.
Bottom Line
That’s it! It was all about converting a PDF file into a Kindle format. You will soon have a Kindle version of your PDF. This process might take a few minutes to appear on your device. But once you have it, you can bookmark it, alter the typeface, annotate, alter the font size, etc.
Although you may identify some glitches, it comes with a lot better reading experience. You can also consult the Amazon helpdesk if you need help verifying your email address.
Navkiran Dhaliwal is a seasoned content writer with 10+ years of experience. When she's not writing, she can be found cooking up a storm or spending time with her dog, Rain.
