IKAWE Moov help
How to add books to IKAWE Moov
Add books to IKAWE Moov with the IKAWE app over Wi-Fi, or by copying EPUBs and images into the books folder over USB-C. Which files work which way.
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In short
- With the IKAWE app: import any supported file on your phone, then select Sync on Moov. The app prepares PDFs and other formats for Moov.
- Over USB-C: select USB Mode on Moov, then copy EPUB files and images into the books folder on your computer.
- For PDFs, MOBI, FB2, TXT and CBZ, use the app, which processes them for Moov before sending.
Which method for which file
| File type | With the IKAWE app | Over USB-C |
|---|---|---|
| EPUB | Yes | Yes, copy it to the books folder |
| Images (JPG/JPEG, PNG, PNM, PGM, PBM, PPM, PAM, PSD, PS) | Yes | Yes, copy them to the books folder |
| PDF, MOBI, FB2, TXT, CBZ | Yes, the app prepares them for Moov | Use the app instead |
| DRM-protected books (Kindle purchases, library loans) | No | No |
Add books with the IKAWE app
Moov needs to be bound to the app first; see bind Moov to the IKAWE app.
- Make sure Moov is bound to the IKAWE app and connected to a Wi-Fi network.
- In the app, open the Devices tab and select your e-reader model.
- Tap Import, select the file type, and choose the book file from your phone.
- On the Moov Home screen, tap the upper-right corner to open the menu.
- Select Sync to receive the file.
Large files, such as long PDFs, can take a few minutes to process and sync. Keep Moov on Wi-Fi until it finishes.
Add books over USB-C
- Connect Moov to your computer using a USB-C cable.
- On the Moov Home screen, tap the upper-right corner to open the menu.
- Select USB Mode.
- Once Moov appears on your computer as a drive, copy your book files into the books folder.
- Eject Moov on your computer before unplugging the cable.
Your books appear in Moov's library when you leave USB Mode. Keep a copy of your library on your computer, too: Moov shouldn't be the only place your books live.
Where to find books
- Project Gutenberg and Standard Ebooks: free public-domain classics, as EPUB
- Publishers and stores that sell DRM-free e-books
- Your own documents and PDFs, through the app
Books from the Kindle or Kobo stores and library loans are usually DRM-protected, so they won't open on Moov. More in how to organise an e-book library.
If a book doesn't appear
- Copied over USB: check it's in the books folder and is an EPUB or image. For other formats, import it through the app.
- Sent from the app: open the menu in the upper-right corner of the Home screen and select Sync again, and check Moov is on Wi-Fi.
- Still missing or won't open: it may be DRM-protected or damaged. See troubleshooting.
Common questions
Which folder do books go in on Moov?
The books folder. In USB Mode, Moov appears on your computer as a drive; copy EPUBs and images into its books folder.
How do I put a PDF on Moov?
Import it through the IKAWE app, which prepares PDFs for Moov, then select Sync on Moov. Moov Pro adds enhanced PDF reflow and text formatting.
Can I copy MOBI or TXT files over USB?
Use the IKAWE app for MOBI, FB2, TXT, CBZ and PDF files: it processes them for Moov before sending. Over USB, copy EPUBs and images.
Can I put Kindle books on Moov?
Only DRM-free ones. Kindle store purchases are usually DRM-protected and only open in Amazon's apps and devices.
How many books can Moov hold?
Thousands. Moov stores books on a 16 GB microSD card, replaceable with one up to 256 GB, and a typical novel in EPUB is 0.5–3 MB.