Resources

How-to guides

Practical long-tail guides for imports, transfers, translation, listening and summarization.

How to Import EPUB Files to iPhone

Learn practical ways to import EPUB files to iPhone using Files, AirDrop, Finder, iCloud Drive, Wi-Fi transfer and the iOS Share Sheet.

How to Read MOBI Files on iPad

Learn how to read MOBI files on iPad with Reader Alive, including import options, file checks and reading tips for older ebook files.

How to Transfer Books to iPhone with Files, AirDrop and iCloud Drive

Transfer EPUB, PDF, MOBI and AZW3 books to iPhone using Files, AirDrop, Finder, iCloud Drive, Wi-Fi transfer and the Share Sheet.

How to Read Calibre Ebooks on iPhone and iPad

Use Reader Alive as the iPhone and iPad reading layer for a Calibre-managed ebook library. Export EPUB, PDF, MOBI and AZW3 files, then read with translation, TTS, summaries and book-aware Q&A.

How to Translate an EPUB Book While Reading

Learn how to translate EPUB passages and chapters while reading on iPhone and iPad with Reader Alive.

How to Listen to a PDF on iPhone

Learn how to listen to PDF books and documents on iPhone with text-to-speech in Reader Alive.

How to Summarize a Book Chapter with AI

Use Reader Alive to summarize book chapters, extract key ideas, make timelines and create action lists while reading.

How to Read Foreign Language Books More Easily

Read foreign language books with translation, text-to-speech, summaries and book-aware questions in Reader Alive.