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    • File extension .EPUB
    • Dateiendung .EPUB
    • .EPUBファイルの拡張子
    • Extension de fichier .EPUB
    • Extension de archivo .EPUB
    • Estensione del file .EPUB

How to open file with .EPUB extension?

Don’t you know what program to use to convert the .EPUB file? Do you want to convert a .EPUB file into a different format? Below you will find helpful information.

File extension .EPUB

Full Name Developer Category
Open Publication Structure EBook Format IDPF eBook Files
.EPUB

The file extension .EPUB is considered an open eBook file, which is a free and open source format specification for eBooks and publications. This standard was created by the IDPF (International Digital Publishing Forum) for digital publications and documents. These documents are commonly used to publish electronic magazines, books, newspapers, comics, and any other type of digital publication. In addition, they can also be used to represent learning objects that are delivered electronically.

Structure and Format of EPUB Files

EPUB files take the form of an additional XML document structure made up of XHTML and other XML file types referred to as OPS (Open Publication Structure). The book’s text and other elements are represented within this structure while content validation can be achieved through the use of the OPF (Open Package Format) utilized within the document. This adds content metadata so that it is easier for users to identify a certain ebook file.

Compatibility with EPUB Formats

With the development of the EPUB 3 version, readers can more easily convert said files into any other format, such as .PDF, .MOBI, .DOCX, and others. The compatibility of these files with a vast array of devices such as smartphones, computers, tablets, etc. has been expanding rapidly. This has allowed publishers and authors to use these file standards for the distribution of their works while making it easier for users to access them.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • Sony Reader Sony Reader
  • Calibre Calibre
  • FBReader FBReader
  • Comic Book Reader Comic Book Reader
  • Adobe InDesign Adobe InDesign
  • Sigil Sigil
  • QuarkXPress QuarkXPress
  • Nook Nook
  • Hamster Free eBook Converter Hamster Free eBook Converter
Programs for MAC system
  • Adobe Digital Editions Adobe Digital Editions
  • Sony Reader Sony Reader
  • FBReader FBReader
  • Ehon Ehon
  • Nook Nook
Programs for LINUX system
  • Calibre Calibre
  • FBReader FBReader
  • KDE Okular KDE Okular
  • Okular Okular
Programs for Android system
  • Sony Reader Sony Reader
  • FBReader FBReader
  • OverDrive Media Console for Android OverDrive Media Console for Android
  • Sony Reader for Android Sony Reader for Android
Programs for IOS system
  • iBooks iBooks
  • Stanza Stanza
  • OverDrive Media Console for iPhone OverDrive Media Console for iPhone

After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .EPUB) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .EPUB extension.

When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.

Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .EPUB file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .EPUB extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .EPUB extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .EPUB file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.

Other instructions

If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .EPUB file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.

In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .EPUB file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .EPUB file) will be extended to the maximum.

It is also good to check

  • if the .EPUB file has no errors
  • or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
In such a case it is best to try to download the .EPUB file again from the same source on the Internet (or look for another source). If you received the file from another person, ask this person to re-send it. However, if the file was copied from some media, repeat the copying operation.

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Conversion of a EPUB file

  • EPUB to PDF
  • EPUB to AZW
  • EPUB to AZW1
  • EPUB to CBR
  • EPUB to DOC
  • EPUB to DOCX
  • EPUB to FB2
  • EPUB to HTML
  • EPUB to HTMLZ
  • EPUB to IND
  • EPUB to INDD
  • EPUB to KF8
  • EPUB to LIT
  • EPUB to LRF
  • EPUB to MOBI
  • EPUB to PAGES
  • EPUB to PMLZ
  • EPUB to PUB
  • EPUB to QXB
  • EPUB to QXD
  • EPUB to RB
  • EPUB to RTF
  • EPUB to TXT
  • EPUB to ACSM
  • EPUB to AZW2
  • EPUB to AZW3
  • EPUB to BKK
  • EPUB to CBZ
  • EPUB to DJVU
  • EPUB to MP3
  • EPUB to MP4
  • EPUB to IBA
  • EPUB to IBOOKS
  • EPUB to OPF
  • EPUB to RAR
  • EPUB to VBK
  • EPUB to ODF
  • EPUB to ODM
  • EPUB to PDG
  • EPUB to POBI
  • EPUB to QWD
  • EPUB to QXP
  • EPUB to TPZ
  • EPUB to WEBZ
  • EPUB to WRI
  • EPUB to EMBP
  • EPUB to XDOC
  • EPUB to QCD
  • EPUB to AZW3F
  • EPUB to A%24V
  • EPUB to P2BP
  • EPUB to ADOC
  • EPUB to QCT
  • EPUB to IBOOK
  • EPUB to KML
  • EPUB to PRC
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