Welcome to your new Kindle Paperwhite. This short guide will familiarise you with all of the features
and functionality of your Kindle. Some Kindle features may not be available based on your country
of residence or location. Please visit www.amazon.com/devicesupport for more information about
specific features.
Setting up your Kindle Paperwhite
Setting up your Kindle Paperwhite takes a few simple steps:
• Select the device language.
• Connect to a wireless network.
• Register your Kindle to your Amazon account.
• Link your Kindle to your social network accounts. (Optional)
If you haven't done these steps yet, go to the Home screen now, select Set Up Your Kindle, and
follow the onscreen prompts. If you bought your Kindle online using your Amazon account, it is
already registered to you. To verify, tap the Home icon and look for your Amazon user name in the
upper left corner of the Home screen. If it says My Kindle or shows the name of a previous owner
instead of your own Amazon account name, you'll need to register it.
To register a Kindle that has been previously registered, tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar,
and then tap All Settings. On the Settings page, tap My Account and then Register/Deregister Device.
If you have enabled Sign in Approval, you will need to enter your passcode followed by the security
code sent to your phone when you register the device.
If you have difficulty connecting to your wireless network or need more information, see Network
Connectivity. Once you have completed the setup process, Set Up Your Kindle will no longer appear
on your Home screen.
Kindle controls
You need to learn only a few controls to use your Kindle Paperwhite.
Power button: To turn your Kindle on, press the Power button located on the bottom edge. If you
need to turn off your Kindle screen, press and hold the Power button for 7 seconds until the Power
dialog box displays and then tap Screen Off.
Your Kindle will go into sleep mode automatically after a few minutes of inactivity and a screensaver
will display. This static screensaver uses no battery power. To put your Kindle in sleep mode, press
and release the Power button. To wake up your Kindle, press and release the Power button.
If your Kindle does not power on or is unresponsive during use and you need to restart it, press and
hold the Power button for 7 seconds until the Power dialog box displays and then tap Restart. If the
Power dialog box does not display, press and hold the Power button for 40 seconds or until the LED
light stops blinking.
Micro-USB/power port: You can use the USB cable supplied to connect your Kindle to a computer
for charging the battery and transferring files. To charge your Kindle from an electrical socket, you
will need a compatible AC adaptor (sold separately) for the USB cable.
When your Kindle is charging, a lightning bolt appears on the battery status indicator at the top
of the Home screen. The indicator light on the bottom edge will turn amber while the battery is
charging and green when it is fully charged. Charging should take less than four hours using a Kindle
AC adaptor. Charging using third-party adaptors or via USB should take less than four hours, but
may take longer depending on the capability of the hardware.
You can still use your Kindle whilst it is connected to your computer and charging via USB. To do so,
dismount or eject it so that your Kindle exits USB drive mode.
• Windows: Right-click on the "Safely remove hardware" icon in the task bar and follow
the onscreen instructions to remove your Kindle.
• Mac OS X: Click the Eject button next to the Kindle in any Finder window, or drag it from
the Desktop to the Trash.
Your Kindle will then exit USB drive mode, but will continue to charge. If the charge indicator light on
the bottom edge of the Kindle does not come on, make sure that the USB cable is fully inserted into
your Kindle and into the USB port of the computer. If your Kindle is still not charging, try another
USB port or electrical socket.
Note that if your Kindle is plugged into a low-powered USB port — such as those found on some
keyboards and older computers — it will not receive enough power to charge.
Status indicators
At the top of the Home screen, you'll see indicators that inform you about the status of your Kindle
Paperwhite. To view these indicators within a book or document, tap the top of the screen to display
the toolbars.
Wireless status indicators
The Amazon Whispernet service wirelessly delivers content to your Kindle whenever and wherever
you want it. Your Kindle can connect to Whispernet via its built-in Wi-Fi capability; some models
also include free 3G wireless connectivity to Whispernet. The more bars on the Wi-Fi or 3G status
indicator that are filled, the stronger the signal.
Your Kindle is connected to Whispernet using Wi-Fi.
Your Kindle is connected to Whispernet using a 3G mobile network. Alternatively, you may
see an icon for an EDGE or GPRS network next to the signal-strength bars. (Applies only to Kindle
3G.)
Your Kindle is in Aeroplane Mode and you have no wireless connectivity.
Battery status indicator
The Kindle battery indicator shows the various states of the battery as it discharges. When
your Kindle is charging, a lightning bolt appears on the battery icon. Note that a weak wireless signal
can increase power consumption.
VoiceView indicators
VoiceView screen reader is turned on.
Activity indicator
This indicator appears in the top left corner of your Kindle screen when it is scanning or
connecting to a network, busy downloading new content, syncing and checking for new items,
searching for an item, opening a large PDF file or loading a web page.
Parental Controls indicator
This indicator appears when Parental Controls are enabled, either because you have turned on
specific restrictions or because a Kindle for Kids profile is active. For more information, see Parental
Controls.
Keyboard
Your Kindle Paperwhite has an onscreen keyboard. When you tap within the Search field or begin
other actions that require you to type in information, the keyboard automatically displays at the
bottom of the screen. Tap the keys to enter your selection and use the appropriate buttons to
continue on to the next action. As you type, word suggestions based upon your entries display above
the keyboard. Tap the word you want to select.
• Tap the Number and Symbol keyto enter numbers and symbols.
• Tap the Letter keyto return to the regular keyboard.
• Tap the Shift keyto enter uppercase characters. Tap the Shift keytwice to
enter all caps mode and tap it once to exit the mode.
• To select a keyboard for a different language, tap the Quick Actions icon, and then tap All
Settings. On the Settings page, tap Language & Dictionaries, and then Keyboards.
• To enter diacritics and special characters using the keyboard, press and hold the base
letter’s key. For example, press and hold the n to display ǹ, ñ or ň.
• A Globe keyis added to your keyboard when you have selected multiple languages.
To select a different keyboard, tap the Globe key.
Network connectivity
Books, magazines and other materials are delivered directly to your Kindle via its built-in network
connectivity. Your Kindle can connect to your home Wi-Fi network or to hotspots located around the
world, including at libraries, coffee shops and airports.
You can connect your Kindle to a wireless network manually or via a WPS-compatible router. Please
select the appropriate instructions below.
Connecting manually:
1. Tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar, and then tap All Settings.
2. On the Settings page, tap Wireless. A list of available Wi-Fi networks will display. If you
don't see the network you are looking for, tap the Rescan button to check again for
available Wi-Fi networks.
3. Tap the name of the network you want to use.
4. Enter the network password if required. A lock symbol next to the network name indicates
that it is password-protected.
5. Optionally, you can save your Wi-Fi password to Amazon for use later when setting
up other compatible devices. To opt out of this feature, verify that the Save password
to Amazon option is not selected when you enter your network password. For more
information, see Managing your saved Wi-Fi passwords.
6. Tap the Connect button. Once you have successfully connected to a network, the Wi-Fi
status indicator will display the network's signal strength.
Connecting via WPS:
1. Tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar, and then tap All Settings.
2. On the Settings page, tap Wireless. A list of available Wi-Fi networks will display. If you
don't see the network you are looking for, tap the Rescan button to check again for
available Wi-Fi networks.
3. Tap the name of the network you want to use.
4. Press the WPS button on your router.
5. Enter the network password if required. A lock symbol next to the network name indicates
that it is password-protected.
6. Optionally, you can save your Wi-Fi password to Amazon for use later when setting
up other compatible devices. To opt out of this feature, verify that the Save password
to Amazon option is not selected when you enter your network password. For more
information, see Managing your saved Wi-Fi passwords.
7. Tap the WPS button. Once you have successfully connected to a network, the Wi-Fi status
indicator will display the network's signal strength.
Tips:
• If you don't remember your network password, check your router as there may be a sticker
displaying the default password.
• For information on deleting your saved Wi-Fi passwords, see Managing your saved Wi-Fi
• Please note that your Kindle does not support connecting to ad hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi
networks.
• If you are still having difficulties, please contact your Network Administrator, the individual
responsible for maintaining the network you are trying to access, or your Internet Service
Provider (ISP).
Managing your saved Wi-Fi passwords
When connecting to a Wi-Fi network, you can optionally choose to save your Wi-Fi password to
Amazon. Once saved, we can configure your compatible devices so that you will not need to
re-enter your Wi-Fi passwords for each device. Your Wi-Fi passwords are sent over a secured
connection and are stored in an encrypted file on an Amazon server. Amazon may use your Wi-Fi
passwords to connect your compatible devices but will not share them with any third party without
your permission. Amazon handles any information it receives, including your Wi-Fi passwords, in
accordance with the Amazon.com Privacy Notice.
To opt out of this feature, verify that the Save password to Amazon option is not selected when you
enter your network password.
To change your Wi-Fi password in the future, perform the Wi-Fi setup process again from your
Kindle. Once reconnected to your Wi-Fi network, your updated Wi-Fi password will be automatically
saved to Amazon (if you have not opted out of this feature).
To delete any Wi-Fi passwords that you have saved from this device:
1. Tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar, and then tap All Settings.
2. On the Settings page, tap Device Options, Advanced Options and then Delete Saved Wi-Fi
Passwords.
3. Tap Delete to confirm.
Aeroplane Mode
To turn wireless off and enter Aeroplane Mode, tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar, and then
tap Aeroplane Mode. Any periodical downloads or other pending updates that require a wireless
connection will occur the next time you turn it back on. Turning on Aeroplane Mode disables both
3G and Wi-Fi connections.
VoiceView screen reader
The VoiceView screen reader lets you navigate your Kindle using special gestures, receive voice
guidance when you interact with items on the screen, and listen to millions of books. The Kindle
Audio Adaptor activates VoiceView on your Kindle Paperwhite when plugged into the micro-USB port.
Just plug your headphones or speakers into the audio jack on the Kindle Audio Adaptor to use your
Kindle with an audio interface. Some Kindle devices require that a software update and voice files be
installed (www.amazon.com/help/kindlevoicefiles) to make them compatible with the Kindle Audio
Adaptor.
When VoiceView is enabled for the first time, the VoiceView tutorial will begin. You will also be
prompted to complete setup, including connecting to a wireless network and registering your Kindle.
To manage VoiceView screen reader settings, tap the Quick Actions icon on the toolbar, and then
tap All Settings. On the Settings page, tap Accessibility. If VoiceView is currently enabled, the All
Settings option in Quick Actions will change to VoiceView Settings.
Special Offers and Sponsored Screensavers
For Kindle with Special Offers devices, you will receive Special Offers and Sponsored Screensavers
that display only on the Home screen or screensaver — not within a book. Note that Special Offers
and Sponsored Screensavers are not available in all countries.
When your device is sleeping, a Special Offer will be displayed on your screensaver. To see more
details on the offer, wake up your Kindle, then tap the Tap for Details area. To unlock your Kindle
without viewing offer details, swipe your finger to unlock. Special Offers and Sponsored Screensavers
are updated regularly when your Kindle is connected to a network.
Special Offer banners
Special Offer banners are displayed at the bottom of the Home screen. To view additional details,
tap the banner.
To view all available Special Offers:
1. Tap the Home icon, and then tap the Menu icon.
2. Tap View Special Offers.
3. Tap on any available offer to view details about it.
Note that if you buy a Special Offer when your Kindle is offline, your order will not be processed
immediately. The purchase will be queued and the transaction will be automatically completed the
next time you connect to a network. To manage Special Offers, tap the Quick Actions icon on the
toolbar, and then tap All Settings. On the Settings page, tap My Account and then Special Offers.
Your Kindle Paperwhite features a touchscreen interface that lets you perform many tasks with just
a tap or swipe of a finger. To select an item, simply tap it. For example, tap a book cover or title to
open the book, or tap the Menu icon on the item's cover to view available options.
The Kindle Home screen
Your Kindle Home screen is organised into three sections: Recently Accessed Items, My Reading
Lists and Recommended for You.
Recently Accessed Items: The left side of the Home screen shows your three most recently
accessed items. The percentage on the cover of the book indicates how far you have read. Tap the
My Library link on the Home screen to view more of your library.
My Reading Lists: The right side of the Home screen lists books that you have added to your
Amazon Wish List, Goodreads Want to Read shelf, and book samples that are available in the Cloud.
Recommended for You: The bottom of the Home screen shows book recommendations, such as
Editors’ Picks, and books that your friends on Goodreads have read, are reading or want to read. For
more information, see Recommended for You.
To access your library, tap My Library in the top left of the Home screen. For information on
managing your library, see Managing your Kindle Library.
Toolbars
EasyReach also lets you tap the top of the screen to display a toolbar. Toolbar options vary
depending on what you are viewing.
Home: Tap to return to the Home screen, where you'll find a list of books and other content stored
on your Kindle.
Back: Tap to retrace your steps. For example, you can follow a link from a book, and then tap the
Back icon to return to your place in the book.
Quick Actions: Tap to access screen light controls, Aeroplane Mode, Sync My Kindle and All
Settings.
Screen Light: Tap to access screen light controls. There are a number of ways to adjust
screen brightness:
• Drag your finger along the slider until you reach the desired setting.
• Tap anywhere on the slider to select a specific setting.
• Tap theicon to use a higher light setting, and tap theicon to use a
lower light setting.
• Press and hold thesign to select the maximum brightness setting. Press
and hold thesign to choose the minimum brightness setting.
Aeroplane Mode: When selected, your Kindle will be placed in Aeroplane Mode and you
will have no wireless connectivity.
Sync My Kindle: Tap to synchronise your Kindle with other supported devices you own
and Kindle reading applications.
All Settings: Tap to access settings that will let you further customise your Kindle
experience. You can also access Settings by tapping the Menu icon, and then selecting
Settings.
Goodreads: Tap to access Goodreads on Kindle. You will be prompted to sign into Goodreads or
create a new account if you did not do so when setting up your Kindle.
Store: Tap to go to the Kindle Store. Your Kindle must have an active Wi-Fi or 3G connection to use
this feature.
Search: Tap to initiate a search. To exit search, tap outside the Search box.
Menu: Tap to display a list of helpful options, including My Library, My Reading Lists, Kindle Store,
Goodreads, Kindle for Kids, Vocabulary Builder, Experimental Browser, Settings, View Special Offers
(Kindle with Special Offers devices only) and Create New Collection.
When you're reading a book, menu options may include Shop in Kindle Store, Vocabulary Builder,
Settings, Notes, About This Book, About the Author, Sync to Furthest Page Read, Reading Progress
and Word Wise. Note that About the Author is only available for books that support an author profile.
Reading toolbar
A secondary toolbar displays when you're reading a book and tap the top of the screen.
Go To: The Contents tab displays the book's contents, including Beginning and chapter titles. Use
the Page or Location option to further navigate your book. The options displayed will vary depending
on the content you're reading. Tap the Notes tab to access your notes and highlights. You can also
view Popular highlights and Public notes by selecting the corresponding options under the Notes tab.
X-Ray: The X-Ray feature lets you explore the "Bones of the Book" with a single tap. For example,
you can see all of the passages in a book that mention specific ideas, fictional characters, historical
figures, places, topics and terms. You can also view notable clips and images from a book in a stack
of cards organised on a timeline, enabling you to skim through the clips quickly and view all of
the images in one place. If X-Ray is not available for a book, the option will not appear. For more
information, see X-Ray.
Display Settings (Aa): Tap to display font and text options for your Kindle books, including
font size, typeface, publisher font, line spacing, margins and orientation. You can also select your
preferred Reading Progress tracking option.
Share: Tap to share your thoughts with friends using Goodreads on Kindle and other social
networks.
Bookmarks: Tap to add or delete a bookmark on the current page, and view previously added
bookmarks. The Bookmark icon on the toolbar changes from white to black on bookmarked pages.
A preview pane displays when you tap a bookmark in the list. To go to the selected location, tap the
preview pane. To exit the bookmark feature, tap outside of the bookmark dropdown.
Reading Navigation toolbars
When reading, tap the top of the screen to display the Reading Navigation toolbar. This toolbar
displays the chapter name (if available), reading progress, and options to help you explore your
book. For more information, see Navigating a book.
When you're reading a periodical, the toolbars are configured specifically for that purpose. To display
the toolbar, tap the top of the screen.
Periodical Home: Tap to display highlights of this issue.
Sections and Articles: Tap to go to the content list of sections and articles in a newspaper or
magazine. This option is not available in blogs.
A secondary toolbar is available when you're reading a periodical and are on the article detail page.
Options include:
Display Settings (Aa): Tap to display font and text options for your periodicals, including font size,
typeface, line spacing and margins.
Clip This Article: Tap to clip an entire periodical article to the My Clippings file. The My Clippings
file is located in your library and stores your notes, bookmarks, highlights and clipped articles.
Tap zones
The EasyReach feature of your Kindle lets you effortlessly turn pages in a book or periodical while
holding the device with just one hand. Tapping almost anywhere in the display area will take you
to the next page; the area is large enough to be tapped whether you hold the device with your left
or right hand. Tap the left side of the screen to go to the previous page. The EasyReach tap zones
differ depending on whether your Kindle is in portrait or landscape mode. When reading, you can
change the screen orientation by tapping the Menu icon and selecting Portrait or Landscape Mode.
Note that the option displayed depends upon the current orientation of your Kindle.
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