EZ-Reader fixes and enhancements list - Page 13

Davimee · 01-21-2010, 01:42 AM

ekaser, I'm sure I would not be willing to pay for the great ereaders you are describing, although if there was ever a giveaway I'd be happy to get one that way! *l* The price of the Pocket Pro is one of the main selling points for me.

cam8801 · 01-21-2010, 05:38 AM

Hey guys,

great thread! I've been using the PP for almost a month. I would love to see a percentage (it's been mentioned), but in the file list. I'd like to see just how far into a book i am without having to load the book. This could be configurable, so maybe seeing either a percentage or numbered. ie: 58% or 265/478

I'd also love to be able to see the book's cover and synopsis from the file list also. If using Calibre, it should already be in the meta data.

Both have been mentioned before, but thought i'd add my support and variations.

Cheers,

Cam

hidari · 02-12-2010, 05:24 PM

AS FOR MY IDEA... I would like to see the ability to turn Flash refresh off like on the GEN3 then it looks like the words just change instead of a whole flash of the page.... much nicer on the eyes....me thinks.

RobertP · 02-15-2010, 01:16 AM

I've finished a book on my reader since I got it. I would also like to suggest some sort of percentage that lets you know how far into the book you are. It's really weird not knowing if you're 50 pages from the end or 2 pages from the end. It would also avoid putting the book down when you only have 2 more pages to go instead of simply finishing those 2 pages and the book.

A percentage would work, but a page number like 230/545 would work even better. I don't think this should be displayed on the screen at all times, but it could be displayed when pressing the menu button or something like that. I don't believe it'd be too hard ti implement either.

theducks · 02-15-2010, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by RobertP

I've finished a book on my reader since I got it. I would also like to suggest some sort of percentage that lets you know how far into the book you are. It's really weird not knowing if you're 50 pages from the end or 2 pages from the end. It would also avoid putting the book down when you only have 2 more pages to go instead of simply finishing those 2 pages and the book.

A percentage would work, but a page number like 230/545 would work even better. I don't think this should be displayed on the screen at all times, but it could be displayed when pressing the menu button or something like that. I don't believe it'd be too hard ti implement either.

The pages (really, screens) 230/545, don't work like you think the do

They are a best-guess of the book length of the book at the opening font size.
If you make the font bigger (needs more screens), the numbers do not always reflect the change.

I have seen a book that said xxx/750 that I switched fonts bigger,
go 749/750, 750/751 ... all the way to 1024/1025, 1025/1025

I strongly lean towards % of File (images will skew this slightly, but it will remain stable

DaleDe · 02-15-2010, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobertP

I've finished a book on my reader since I got it. I would also like to suggest some sort of percentage that lets you know how far into the book you are. It's really weird not knowing if you're 50 pages from the end or 2 pages from the end. It would also avoid putting the book down when you only have 2 more pages to go instead of simply finishing those 2 pages and the book.

A percentage would work, but a page number like 230/545 would work even better. I don't think this should be displayed on the screen at all times, but it could be displayed when pressing the menu button or something like that. I don't believe it'd be too hard ti implement either.

You will be happy to learn that this is already implemented in PDF and ePUB files. Just press the menu button just as you suggested.

Dale

irenas · 02-15-2010, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaleDe

You will be happy to learn that this is already implemented in PDF and ePUB files. Just press the menu button just as you suggested.

Dale

I believe it also works with fb2 files.

irenas

RobertP · 02-15-2010, 02:40 PM

Thanks guys! Now that I notice those page numbers, I'm happy. Even if, like theducks mentioned, those numbers become inaccurate once you change the font size, they are still very helpful because if you transform them into a percentage, they are still accurate. So for all intent and purposes, they do what they're supposed to (if you don't mind doing some quick calculations in your head).

I can't speak with certainty, but I don't believe it would be too difficult to fix this problem. The page numbers are calculated when the ebook is opened, correct? I'm guessing this is a reason of the loading time it takes an ebook to open. I'm assuming it would be too difficult to re-calculate those numbers each time the font size is changed, but those numbers should be re-calculated every time the ebook is opened. We have the advantage of the reader remembering the font size settings when you turn it off, right? So when you re-open the ebook to continue reading, it knows what size font it is set at, and so it should calculate the page numbers based on that font size, and not the original size. I, personally, only change the font size at the beginning, and I stick with the same size until I finish the book. So if this is implemented, it would work perfectly for me, and all other users who don't change their font size all the time.

kdf9511 · 02-15-2010, 03:30 PM

Well I got my PP today and after having it out of the box for only 5 min I have found on thing that is going to drive me nuts. There needs to be a way to swap the functions of the 9 and 0 buttons with the menu/ok buttons. I find that when holding the unit in my right hand that my thumb falls naturally on the big round buttons so they would be best in my opinion for page turning.

theducks · 02-15-2010, 04:17 PM

Try your Index finger on the scroll wheel on the side. I use that more when holding in my right.
I use the Page turn buttons when I hold in my left and almost never use the 9,0 buttons.

ThomasMcKean · 02-15-2010, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaleDe

You will be happy to learn that this is already implemented in PDF and ePUB files. Just press the menu button just as you suggested.

Dale

Which means nothing if the numbers are not right. For instance, I have read quite a few MOBI files and I have yet to read one that has the right page count. That feature is most annoying because it is defective and does not work. If it DID work, it would be most valuable!

I have also noticed the progress bar in FB2 reader is always spot on. But there is also a bug in that (ARGH!) in that it is not possible to move the bar to the bottom of the page. It is only visible when it is set to be on top. A minor problem, yes, but still annoying.

RobertP · 02-15-2010, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThomasMcKean

Which means nothing if the numbers are not right. For instance, I have read quite a few MOBI files and I have yet to read one that has the right page count. That feature is most annoying because it is defective and does not work. If it DID work, it would be most valuable!

Well he hasn't mentioned MOBI, so that's probably why you're having trouble with it. But like I've said above, if you transform the numbers into a percentage, it should be fairly accurate. So if it says 100/300 it means you're a third into the book.

ThomasMcKean · 02-15-2010, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobertP

Well he hasn't mentioned MOBI, so that's probably why you're having trouble with it. But like I've said above, if you transform the numbers into a percentage, it should be fairly accurate. So if it says 100/300 it means you're a third into the book.

I am reading a PDF book ("Do Cats Hear With Their Feet?" and it turns out, yes they do!) which tells me I have 241 pages. (Or screens?) I am eager to get to the end just to see how accurate this is on PDF.

kdf9511 · 02-15-2010, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theducks

Try your Index finger on the scroll wheel on the side. I use that more when holding in my right.
I use the Page turn buttons when I hold in my left and almost never use the 9,0 buttons.

That would work for me if the scroll wheel were about 1/2" lower other wise when holding it comfortably my thumb covers the corner of the screen.

hidari · 02-15-2010, 10:52 PM

Have to cordially disagree. I have three ebook readers and have tested the K1, Opus and two others and think the PP is excellent ergonomically.... then Again. I read it mostly in Landscape mode..as I do most books... you might want to try that...may help ...????!!!

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01-21-2010, 01:42 AM	#181
Davimee Happy Wife & Momma Posts: 532 Karma: 1634 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Device: Purple Astak Pocket Pro! :)	ekaser, I'm sure I would not be willing to pay for the great ereaders you are describing, although if there was ever a giveaway I'd be happy to get one that way! l The price of the Pocket Pro is one of the main selling points for me.

01-21-2010, 05:38 AM	#182
cam8801 Junior Member Posts: 4 Karma: 34 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Melbourne, Australia Device: Astak EzReader Pro 5"	Hey guys, great thread! I've been using the PP for almost a month. I would love to see a percentage (it's been mentioned), but in the file list. I'd like to see just how far into a book i am without having to load the book. This could be configurable, so maybe seeing either a percentage or numbered. ie: 58% or 265/478 I'd also love to be able to see the book's cover and synopsis from the file list also. If using Calibre, it should already be in the meta data. Both have been mentioned before, but thought i'd add my support and variations. Cheers, Cam

02-12-2010, 05:24 PM	#183
hidari MR Drone Posts: 1,613 Karma: 15612282 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DRONEZONE Device: PB360+, Huawei MP5, Libra H20	AS FOR MY IDEA... I would like to see the ability to turn Flash refresh off like on the GEN3 then it looks like the words just change instead of a whole flash of the page.... much nicer on the eyes....me thinks.

02-15-2010, 01:16 AM	#184
RobertP Member Posts: 10 Karma: 475214 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Toronto Device: Kindle Paperwhite	I've finished a book on my reader since I got it. I would also like to suggest some sort of percentage that lets you know how far into the book you are. It's really weird not knowing if you're 50 pages from the end or 2 pages from the end. It would also avoid putting the book down when you only have 2 more pages to go instead of simply finishing those 2 pages and the book. A percentage would work, but a page number like 230/545 would work even better. I don't think this should be displayed on the screen at all times, but it could be displayed when pressing the menu button or something like that. I don't believe it'd be too hard ti implement either.

02-15-2010, 02:40 PM	#188
RobertP Member Posts: 10 Karma: 475214 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Toronto Device: Kindle Paperwhite	Thanks guys! Now that I notice those page numbers, I'm happy. Even if, like theducks mentioned, those numbers become inaccurate once you change the font size, they are still very helpful because if you transform them into a percentage, they are still accurate. So for all intent and purposes, they do what they're supposed to (if you don't mind doing some quick calculations in your head). I can't speak with certainty, but I don't believe it would be too difficult to fix this problem. The page numbers are calculated when the ebook is opened, correct? I'm guessing this is a reason of the loading time it takes an ebook to open. I'm assuming it would be too difficult to re-calculate those numbers each time the font size is changed, but those numbers should be re-calculated every time the ebook is opened. We have the advantage of the reader remembering the font size settings when you turn it off, right? So when you re-open the ebook to continue reading, it knows what size font it is set at, and so it should calculate the page numbers based on that font size, and not the original size. I, personally, only change the font size at the beginning, and I stick with the same size until I finish the book. So if this is implemented, it would work perfectly for me, and all other users who don't change their font size all the time.

02-15-2010, 03:30 PM	#189
kdf9511 Madman With A Box Posts: 115 Karma: 324 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Western Oklahoma Device: Kobo Clara HD, Nook Glowlight, Nook Color, Kindle 4, Astak Pocket Pro	Well I got my PP today and after having it out of the box for only 5 min I have found on thing that is going to drive me nuts. There needs to be a way to swap the functions of the 9 and 0 buttons with the menu/ok buttons. I find that when holding the unit in my right hand that my thumb falls naturally on the big round buttons so they would be best in my opinion for page turning.

02-15-2010, 04:17 PM	#190
theducks Well trained by Cats Posts: 31,249 Karma: 61360164 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Central Coast of California Device: Kobo Libra2,Kobo Aura2v1, K4NT(Fixed: New Bat.), Galaxy Tab A	Try your Index finger on the scroll wheel on the side. I use that more when holding in my right. I use the Page turn buttons when I hold in my left and almost never use the 9,0 buttons.

02-15-2010, 10:52 PM	#195
hidari MR Drone Posts: 1,613 Karma: 15612282 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DRONEZONE Device: PB360+, Huawei MP5, Libra H20	Have to cordially disagree. I have three ebook readers and have tested the K1, Opus and two others and think the PP is excellent ergonomically.... then Again. I read it mostly in Landscape mode..as I do most books... you might want to try that...may help ...????!!!