POBI File Extension

What is POBI file?

Full format name of files that use POBI extension is Kindle Touch Periodical Format. Files with POBI extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. POBI file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Amazon Kindle software for managing POBI files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Amazon.com, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theAmazon Kindle software, but also about POBI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support POBI file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with POBI files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with POBI extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with POBI extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening POBI files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Kindle Touch Periodical Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with POBI files.

Step 1. Get the Amazon Kindle

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports POBI files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Amazon Kindle or one to the listed programs: Calibre. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Amazon Kindle installed is by going to developer’s website (Amazon.com, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Amazon Kindle and update if needed

You still cannot access POBI files although Amazon Kindle is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why POBI files are not compatible with Amazon Kindle. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Amazon Kindle.

Step 3. Associate Kindle Touch Periodical Format files with Amazon Kindle

If you have the latest version of Amazon Kindle installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage POBI on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the POBI file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Amazon Kindle is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open POBI files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the POBI file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with POBI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the POBI is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the POBI file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the POBI in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the POBI file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the POBI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the POBI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the POBI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Kindle Touch Periodical Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Amazon Kindle

If the systems has insufficient resources to open POBI files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Kindle Touch Periodical Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle POBI files.

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