Some eBook developers use Dropbox as a temporary location for EPUB files, and load them into iBooks (and other devices) from their Dropbox account. Alternatively, you can plug your iPad into your computer and add the EPUB to iBooks using iTunes in one of two ways: 1) choose File > Add to Library, or 2) drag the EPUB file to the Books list under On This iPad. Once iBooks is installed, you can log into your FlightDeck account in Safari on your iPad and download the EPUB file directly to iBooks from there.

If you do not have iBooks installed on your iPad you can download it for free from the iTunes App Store. If you have an Apple iPad, you can view your EPUB file in a variety of apps, but the most important app is Apple's iBooks. This allows you to see what your readers will see when they purchase your eBook. Reviewing and testing your EPUB file is an important process, and we highly recommend you look at the file on the actual devices sold by your target retailers, not just in emulators or desktop apps. We will also share some thoughts on loading eBook files into Kindle devices.ĮPUB is the industry standard eBook format, so it is supported in many devices and software applications (collectively known as 'reading systems'). In the guide below you will find instructions on loading EPUB files into various readers, including special instructions on viewing fixed layout files.

We encourage you to load your EPUB files into all of the reading systems you are targeting.

Epub to kindle online