Digital Content – King County Library System https://kcls.org Tue, 09 May 2023 14:28:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/WA-KCLS/favicon.ico Digital Content – King County Library System https://kcls.org 32 32 Can I still borrow digital items if my account has a balance of more than $75? https://kcls.org/faqs/can-i-still-borrow-digital-items-if-my-account-has-a-balance-of-more-than-25/ Tue, 02 May 2023 17:21:26 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631794 Yes. You can still borrow eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and other digital items. You can also use online resources such as databases.

You will need to pay that balance down to $75 or less before you can check out physical items again.

]]> Libby isn’t available for Kindle Fire. Will I still be able to use the OverDrive app for Kindle? https://kcls.org/faqs/libby-isnt-available-for-kindle-fire-will-i-still-be-able-to-use-the-overdrive-app-for-kindle/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:57:47 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631478 Yes. You’ll still be able to use the OverDrive app on Kindle Fire. This is because Amazon has not yet accepted the Libby App on the Amazon app store.

]]> How can I read eBooks after the OverDrive app is no longer available? https://kcls.org/faqs/how-can-i-read-ebooks-after-the-overdrive-app-is-no-longer-available/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:53:29 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631472 Switch to the Libby app before May 1.

]]> Why can’t I use the OverDrive app anymore? https://kcls.org/faqs/why-cant-i-use-the-overdrive-app-anymore/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:52:46 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631470 OverDrive is discontinuing the OverDrive app.

Switch to the Libby app before May 1 to transfer your eBook checkouts, lists, and history.

Do you use a Kindle Fire? You’ll still be able to use the OverDrive app on Kindle Fire. This is because Amazon has not yet accepted the Libby App on the Amazon app store.

]]> How do I transfer my OverDrive checkouts, lists, and history to the Libby app? https://kcls.org/faqs/how-do-i-transfer-my-overdrive-checkouts-lists-and-history-to-the-libby-app/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:52:16 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631476 Switch to the Libby app before May 1. This ensures that all OverDrive checkouts, holds, and history transfer to your new account. 

Follow these instructions from OverDrive to switch to the Libby app. 

Need more help?

Attend a live webinar with OverDrive support.  

Call, email, or chat Ask KCLS to get help from library staff.

]]> Can I suggest an eBook or downloadable audiobook for purchase in the Libby app? https://kcls.org/faqs/can-i-suggest-an-ebook-or-downloadable-audiobook-for-purchase-in-the-libby-app/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:50:19 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631474 Yes. You can suggest titles in Libby by using a Notify Me tag. Find out how.

]]> What feature do I use to share suggestions for digital titles? https://kcls.org/faqs/what-feature-do-i-use-to-share-suggestions/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:52:15 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631340 You can use Notify Me to share suggestions for digital titles.

]]> Where can I submit recommendations for digital titles? https://kcls.org/faqs/where-can-i-submit-recommendations-for-digital-titles/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:50:55 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631338 In the Libby app.

]]> Will I automatically be placed on hold for an eBook title if the library purchases it? https://kcls.org/faqs/will-i-automatically-be-placed-on-hold-for-the-title-if-the-library-purchases-it/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:49:26 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15631336 No. Instead, you’ll get a notification. 

]]> Is there an accessible dyslexic font option for eBooks? https://kcls.org/faqs/is-there-an-accessible-dyslexic-font-option-for-ebooks/ Wed, 23 Feb 2022 23:23:37 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15614036 Yes. From the Setting Page, go to "Display Options" and select “Dyslexic Font” to turn on.

When this setting is enabled:  

  • Each letter is designed to be unique so they’re easier to differentiate. 
  • Letters and words have extra distance between them to help reduce reversal. 
  • Capital letters are bolder to help make it easier to find where new sentences begin. 

Find complete instructions on OverDrive’s help article, How do I enable dyslexic font?

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