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Open EPUB File

EPUB is a format and, at the same time, a file extension that is mainly used for e-books.

The term is an acronym for Electronic Publication. EPUB allows the data and information contained in the e-book to be read and distributed by users and is supported by many e-book readers, both software and hardware.

In terms of software, EPUB files are compatible with most smart devices, tablets and computers.

Users can read e-books and other digital publications thanks to the Epub file extension and it also allows accessing and reading e-books on other devices such as e-book readers, cell phones, iPads, among others.

There is the possibility of creating PDF from EPUB files, in case you do not have a reading software installed for this type of files.

EPUB is a technical standard published by the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF). It became an official IDPF standard in September 2007, replacing the old Open eBook standard.

One of the advantages of the EPUB format is that there are two types of layout: fixed and variable.

With the following programs, you can read, create and edit the EPUB files:

Firefox EPBUReader: is a Firefox add-on. You can read books in epub format directly from your Firefox browser without having to download and install another application.
Adobe Digital Editions: View and organize your e-books, use it to download and purchase digital content to read both online and offline.
Calibre: it also allows you to convert the EPUB format into different formats from others such as mobi.

How Can I Open EPUB File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open EPUB file is to find a EPUB file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a EPUB file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open EPUB file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as EPUB file opener then try to search online for "EPUB viewer", "application to open EPUB file" or "open EPUB file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open EPUB file

How Can I Open EPUB File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a EPUB file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a EPUB file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with EPUB file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as EPUB file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open EPUB file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open EPUB file then try to search for "EPUB viewer", "application to open EPUB file" or "read EPUB file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read EPUB file

How Can I Open EPUB File on Android

If you downloaded a EPUB file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded EPUB file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "EPUB".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "EPUB viewer", "EPUB file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open EPUB File on iPhone or iPad

To open EPUB File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the EPUB file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "EPUB". This way you can find apps which can open EPUB files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "EPUB viewer" or "EPUB file" online in your favorite search engine.