MOBI File Extension

MOBI file extension is created by Amazon, also known as Mobipocket eBook. MOBI has been classified as eBook Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open MOBI files in Amazon Kindle for PC program.

Mobipocket eBook File Type

Mobipocket eBook File Type

Extension	.mobi
Developer	Amazon
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (1209 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	Amazon Kindle for PC
Category	eBook Files
Format	Binary
Updated	11/1/2024

What is a MOBI File Type?

Amazon 's new Kindle 8 (KF8) is based on the MOBI format. KF8 supports many new layout and formatting options, including HTML5 and CSS3 content and embedded fonts. KF8-eBooks are stored and distributed as files or as .AZW3 according to the eBook. eBooks Authors can compile KF8 books using Amazon 'KingleGen software. Authors can preview KF8 eBooks on a Mac or PC with Amazon 'before distribution. s Kindle Previewer software.

Now Amazon has the MOBI format. Amazon &apos, eBook formats including .AZW, .AZW1 and AZW3 use the MOBI format but incorporate a proprietary DRM scheme.

Mobipocket also uses l' extension .PRC.

Free online MOBI Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .MOBI (Mobipocket eBook) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to MOBI, merge, split and compare the MOBI files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

MOBI Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Mobipocket eBook .MOBI File Extensions while opening the .MOBI files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open MOBI Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Mobipocket eBook on your system such as Amazon Kindle for PC.
2. Associate default Amazon Kindle For Pc Amazon Kindle for PC program for *.mobi (Mobipocket eBook) files.
   
   

   Associate MOBI Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.MOBI (e.g example.mobi) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Amazon Kindle For Pc Amazon Kindle for PC program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .mobi files.
   
   

   Associate MOBI Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.MOBI (e.g example.mobi) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Amazon Kindle For Pc Amazon Kindle for PC program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Amazon Kindle for PC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related MOBI File Extensions

MOBI default file extension is .MOBI and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for MOBI File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the MOBI files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open MOBI File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Amazon Kindle for PC 000 for Windows	Free+	Amazon Kindle for PC
	Calibre 3 for Windows	Open Source	Calibre
	Cool Reader 3 for Windows	Open Source	Cool Reader
	Geometer Plus FBReader 0.12 for Windows	Freeware	Geometer Plus
	Adobe RoboHelp 2019 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe

Open MOBI File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Amazon Kindle for Mac 000 for MacOs	Free+	Amazon Kindle for Mac
	Apple Configurator 2 000 for MacOs	Free	Apple Configurator 2
	Calibre 3 for MacOs	Open Source	Calibre
	Cool Reader 3 for MacOs	Open Source	Cool Reader
	Geometer Plus FBReader 0.12 for MacOs	Freeware	Geometer Plus
	Adobe RoboHelp 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe

Open MOBI file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Calibre 3 for Linux	Open Source	Calibre
	Cool Reader 3 for Linux	Open Source	Cool Reader
	Geometer Plus FBReader 0.12 for Linux	Freeware	Geometer Plus

Open MOBI file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open MOBI file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer
	Geometer Plus FBReader 0.12 for iOS	Freeware	Geometer Plus

Open MOBI file on Android

	Software	License	Developer
	Cool Reader 3 for Android	Open Source	Cool Reader
	Geometer Plus FBReader 0.12 for Android	Freeware	Geometer Plus

About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About MOBI - Mobipocket eBook

Updated 11/1/2024

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