Is there a simple ePub reader for PC? - Page 2

BetterRed · 02-18-2014, 04:00 PM

For the record - calibre's latest ebook-viewer in has support for Touch. I don't have a Touch Windows, OS/X or Linux computer so I'm not sure to what extent.

Calibre's ebook-viewer will also do on the fly conversions from many other e-book and word processor formats.

BR

scilti · 04-08-2014, 02:31 PM

You can take a look at our Scilti, http://www.scilti.com
It lets you just open downloaded files.

fekhner · 04-10-2014, 03:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaleDe

You might try Cool Reader. There are many choices for eBook readers on windows. We have them covered in our wiki. https://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/E-book_software#Windows

Dale

Once again Dale, the wiki is really very useful, thanks a lot (for reminding me and probably also for maintaining it)!

Rizla · 04-10-2014, 07:13 AM

I use the in-built Calibre epub viewer.

Twyn · 05-30-2014, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Wingman4l7

Ironically, the only thing I've found that truly does what you describe -- treat ePUBs like PDFs and not include any annoying "library" functionality -- is a PDF reader, Sumatra PDF, which also supports ePUBs. As an added bonus, it comes in a "portable" version, a standalone executable.

I discovered by chance that Sumatra PDF had epub support (I was already using it for PDF and e-comics), and never looked back.
Simplest solution to read epubs on Windows in my opinion.

trichobezoar · 09-20-2014, 10:38 PM

As others have mentioned, ADE is a very good EPUB & PDF program, but the one I use came out a few years ago. The current one... or the version I tried a year ago, is too minimalist. It looks quite different from the ADE version I have installed on my Windows PC. The version I have is easy on the eyes. I love its design and user-friendliness.

I'm not sure whether I could add it to my post or not; if it's against the rules... If someone could instruct me on how to upload the file (as a zip or the file itself) so that you all could download it, that'd be great.

Thanks in advance... and if no one replies to this post soon, oh well! lol

DaleDe · 09-21-2014, 01:13 AM

You cannot upload copyrighted material to this web site. You can point to the download location for a legitimate copy. Is it really ADE that you are talking about? If it is a different program and have permission from the author it can be uploaded here. Your message is a bit cryptic.

Dale

trichobezoar · 09-21-2014, 04:15 AM

It is Adobe Digital Editions version 1.7.2. I logged into Adobe Communities (https://forums.adobe.com), found my thread concerning the subject, clicked on the links provided by another member and found that they're no longer usable. The version (1.7.2) has been replaced by later versions, unfortunately.

I'm not sure just how user-friendly the latest version is, but it's worth a try. *nods*

I did a Google search just now for ADE 1.7.2. It's available at one particular site, but I'm not sure if it's virus-ridden or not. It's best to not take a chance and stick to legitimate sites... 'Wish I could be more helpful.

eschwartz · 09-21-2014, 08:15 PM

Well, WINE (run Windows programs on linux) has a verb to install ADE 1.7.2 automatically. So I looked up the winetricks entry, and it downloads the setup from here: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/403/kb40305...ents/setup.exe

(Hosted on the Adobe.com website.)

trichobezoar · 09-21-2014, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eschwartz

Well, WINE (run Windows programs on linux) has a verb to install ADE 1.7.2 automatically. So I looked up the winetricks entry, and it downloads the setup from here: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/403/kb40305...ents/setup.exe

(Hosted on the Adobe.com website.)

Thank you so much for the link! I have to dig out my old school laptop or Macbooks (with virtual machines--I have Windows XP installed in both of them) to test out the file. They're all at my storage unit, though... I'll report back once I've uninstalled ADE on one of my laptops and reinstalled it using this executable file. Give me a few days; by Wednesday night it should be done.

Once again, thank you eschwartz!

trichobezoar · 09-24-2014, 11:54 PM

I downloaded the executable file onto an old school PC and it worked beautifully! It's the same version I have too--very easy on the eyes. It's very basic and user-friendly.

Oh, my desktop's running Windows 7, in case anyone's curious. I'm not sure how it fares on Windows XP, but it should work. Windows 8 might be a different matter...

I ran my anti-virus/anti-malware programs just now and according to my programs (SuperAntiSpyware Pro and MalwareBytes), the program's virus free. Don't take my word for it though. It'd be wise to run your own anti-virus/anti-malware program(s) before and after installing the program.

Thanks again for the file, eschwartz!

eschwartz · 09-27-2014, 11:50 PM

Sure.

04-08-2014, 02:31 PM	#17
scilti Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2014 Device: laptop	You can take a look at our Scilti, http://www.scilti.com It lets you just open downloaded files. Last edited by scilti; 04-08-2014 at 02:33 PM.

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02-18-2014, 04:00 PM	#16
BetterRed null operator (he/him) Posts: 20,534 Karma: 26944418 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Sydney Australia Device: none	For the record - calibre's latest ebook-viewer in has support for Touch. I don't have a Touch Windows, OS/X or Linux computer so I'm not sure to what extent. Calibre's ebook-viewer will also do on the fly conversions from many other e-book and word processor formats. BR

04-10-2014, 07:13 AM	#19
Rizla Member Retired Posts: 3,183 Karma: 11721895 Join Date: Nov 2010 Device: Nook STR (rooted) & Sony T2	I use the in-built Calibre epub viewer.

09-20-2014, 10:38 PM	#21
trichobezoar Riding Against the Wind Posts: 2,932 Karma: 43570696 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Near Cacti, NM Device: Galaxy Note 10.1 & Kindle Touch	As others have mentioned, ADE is a very good EPUB & PDF program, but the one I use came out a few years ago. The current one... or the version I tried a year ago, is too minimalist. It looks quite different from the ADE version I have installed on my Windows PC. The version I have is easy on the eyes. I love its design and user-friendliness. I'm not sure whether I could add it to my post or not; if it's against the rules... If someone could instruct me on how to upload the file (as a zip or the file itself) so that you all could download it, that'd be great. Thanks in advance... and if no one replies to this post soon, oh well! lol

09-21-2014, 01:13 AM	#22
DaleDe Grand Sorcerer Posts: 11,470 Karma: 13095790 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Grass Valley, CA Device: EB 1150, EZ Reader, Literati, iPad 2 & Air 2, iPhone 7	You cannot upload copyrighted material to this web site. You can point to the download location for a legitimate copy. Is it really ADE that you are talking about? If it is a different program and have permission from the author it can be uploaded here. Your message is a bit cryptic. Dale

09-21-2014, 04:15 AM	#23
trichobezoar Riding Against the Wind Posts: 2,932 Karma: 43570696 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Near Cacti, NM Device: Galaxy Note 10.1 & Kindle Touch	It is Adobe Digital Editions version 1.7.2. I logged into Adobe Communities (https://forums.adobe.com), found my thread concerning the subject, clicked on the links provided by another member and found that they're no longer usable. The version (1.7.2) has been replaced by later versions, unfortunately. I'm not sure just how user-friendly the latest version is, but it's worth a try. nods I did a Google search just now for ADE 1.7.2. It's available at one particular site, but I'm not sure if it's virus-ridden or not. It's best to not take a chance and stick to legitimate sites... 'Wish I could be more helpful.

09-21-2014, 08:15 PM	#24
eschwartz Ex-Helpdesk Junkie Posts: 19,422 Karma: 85397180 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: The Beaten Path, USA, Roundworld, This Side of Infinity Device: Kindle Touch fw5.3.7 (Wifi only)	Well, WINE (run Windows programs on linux) has a verb to install ADE 1.7.2 automatically. So I looked up the winetricks entry, and it downloads the setup from here: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/403/kb40305...ents/setup.exe (Hosted on the Adobe.com website.)

09-24-2014, 11:54 PM	#26
trichobezoar Riding Against the Wind Posts: 2,932 Karma: 43570696 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Near Cacti, NM Device: Galaxy Note 10.1 & Kindle Touch	I downloaded the executable file onto an old school PC and it worked beautifully! It's the same version I have too--very easy on the eyes. It's very basic and user-friendly. Oh, my desktop's running Windows 7, in case anyone's curious. I'm not sure how it fares on Windows XP, but it should work. Windows 8 might be a different matter... I ran my anti-virus/anti-malware programs just now and according to my programs (SuperAntiSpyware Pro and MalwareBytes), the program's virus free. Don't take my word for it though. It'd be wise to run your own anti-virus/anti-malware program(s) before and after installing the program. Thanks again for the file, eschwartz!

09-27-2014, 11:50 PM	#27
eschwartz Ex-Helpdesk Junkie Posts: 19,422 Karma: 85397180 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: The Beaten Path, USA, Roundworld, This Side of Infinity Device: Kindle Touch fw5.3.7 (Wifi only)	Sure.

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