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Libby

4.9
Update2024-10-23
DeveloperOverDrive, Inc.
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CategoryTools
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Description:### Libby, by OverDrive: Your Gateway to Free Ebooks and Audiobooks Discover a world of free digital reading with Libby, the award-winning app that connects you to millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines through your local library. All you need is a library card to start borrowing and enjoying your favorite titles instantly. **Key Features:** **Explore Your Library’s Digital Catalog:** - Browse a vast collection of books, from timeless classics to the latest NYT best-sellers. - Borrow and enjoy a wide variety of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. - Download titles for offline reading or stream them to save space on your device. - Send ebooks directly to your Kindle (available for U.S. libraries only). - Listen to audiobooks on the go with Android Auto compatibility. **Personalize Your Reading Experience:** - Use tags to create must-read lists and organize your books. - Keep your reading position synced across all your devices for seamless transitions. **Intuitive Ebook Reader:** - Adjust text size, background color, and book design to suit your preferences. - Zoom into magazines and comic books for a closer look. - Define and search for words and phrases effortlessly. - Enjoy read-alongs with your kids, making reading a shared experience. - Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights to your ebooks. **Innovative Audio Player:** - Control the playback speed from 0.6x to 3.0x to match your listening pace. - Set a sleep timer for bedtime listening. - Easily swipe to skip forward or backward in the audiobook. - Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights to your audiobooks. **Built for Libraries Everywhere:** - Libby is created by OverDrive, dedicated to supporting local libraries around the globe. Download Libby today and unlock the endless possibilities of digital reading and listening. With Libby, your next great read is just a library card away. Happy reading!
HOW TO PLAY:### Libby, by OverDrive User Guide #### Getting Started 1. **Download and Install:** - Download the Libby app from the App Store or Google Play. - Install the app on your mobile device. 2. **Open the App:** - Launch Libby from your home screen or app drawer. - Sign in with your library card credentials. If you don’t have a library card, follow the in-app instructions to get one. #### Browsing and Borrowing Books 1. **Browse Your Library’s Catalog:** - Use the “Library” tab to explore your library’s collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. - Search for specific titles, authors, or subjects using the search bar. 2. **Borrowing Titles:** - Tap on a book cover to view more details about the title. - Tap the “Borrow” button to check out the book. - If the book is currently unavailable, tap “Place Hold” to be notified when it becomes available. 3. **Downloading and Streaming:** - Choose to download titles for offline reading or streaming to save space on your device. #### Reading Ebooks 1. **Open Your Book:** - Go to the “Shelf” tab and tap on the book you want to read. - The ebook reader will open, displaying the book’s content. 2. **Customizing Your Reading Experience:** - Adjust text size, background color, and book design by tapping the “A” icon. - Zoom in on magazines and comic books for a closer look. - Use the dictionary feature to define and search for words and phrases. - Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights by tapping and holding on the text. 3. **Syncing Across Devices:** - Your reading position is automatically synced across all your devices, so you can pick up where you left off. #### Listening to Audiobooks 1. **Open Your Audiobook:** - Go to the “Shelf” tab and tap on the audiobook you want to listen to. - The audio player will open, starting playback. 2. **Audio Player Features:** - Adjust the playback speed from 0.6x to 3.0x using the speed control. - Set a sleep timer by tapping the clock icon. - Swipe to skip forward or backward in the audiobook. - Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights by tapping the bookmark icon. 3. **Listening on the Go:** - Use Android Auto to listen to audiobooks while driving. #### Managing Your Library 1. **Tags and Lists:** - Use tags to create and organize your must-read lists and other book collections. - Add tags by tapping the “Tag” icon on any book detail page. 2. **Holds and Loans:** - View and manage your current loans and holds in the “Shelf” tab. - Renew or return books early by tapping the “Manage Loan” button. 3. **Sending Books to Kindle:** - For U.S. libraries, send ebooks to your Kindle by tapping the “Read With” button and selecting “Kindle.” #### Additional Features 1. **Read-Alongs:** - Enjoy interactive read-along books with your kids. Open the book and follow along with the audio narration. 2. **Event History:** - Check recent events and updates in the “Activity” tab to stay informed about your library activities. #### Getting Help and Support 1. **In-App Support:** - Tap the “Help” icon in the menu for FAQs, troubleshooting guides, and support articles. - Contact support directly through the app if you need further assistance. 2. **Community Resources:** - Join the Libby Community to connect with other users, share tips, and stay updated on the latest features. Download Libby today and start enjoying a world of free digital reading and listening. With Libby, your next great read is just a library card away. Happy reading!
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Version:8.0.0
Price:Free
Released:2017-01-17
Updated:2024-10-23
Installs:13 M+