What happened
This app needs an update can’t find some of the books that use to be on here other than that I really like this app.lil leggett
Used to love OL Reader but I Cant’t Log In
I used OL Reader fine for so long but one day it logged me out and I haven’t been able to log back in. Please help! Thanks.NEMillennial
No lists & too small
This app doesn’t show any of the lists I’ve created on my Open Library account, and there’s no zoom option. The text is too small to read without difficulty. Full-page mode doesn’t solve the problem. It’s easier to use Open Library on the phone’s browser.Nesr5
Open Library Reader
Book reader for Open Library
- Versions
- Price History
- Description
- FAQ
Version History of Open Library Reader
1.0.14+20
May 7, 2023
Some bug fixes and under-the-hood work towards future features: • Tap behind the book to enter fullscreen now works again after an Internet Archive update broke it • Fixed an issue where bad book entries could cause a shelf to only partially load
More1.0.13+19
October 8, 2022
Just some minor fixes this time around: • Handled changes to the OpenLibrary search that were resulting in bad data in the Book Info window • Disabled the bookreader "Swipe to turn page" action when not in 2-page mode; if this makes you sad, let us know • Fixed a display bug in the bookreader help overlay • Fixed saved visual adjustments not being reapplied in bookreader
More1.0.11+17
July 27, 2022
This version fixes a few annoying bugs: • A user was having trouble pinching to zoom without triggering a page turn swipe; this update fine-tunes those gestures a bit more. • I got very tired of accidentally touching the book page edge in full-screen mode and jumping to a random page with no way to jump back; the app now asks for confirmation before jumping to a different part of the book. • Bookshelves would occasionally empty and reload when the data got stale; refreshes are now more incremental.
More1.0.10+16
April 28, 2022
We hope this will finally fix the issue with some devices not loading the book reader. Let us know!
1.0.9+1
April 15, 2022
Addresses a bug that prevented the reading view from fully loading on some devices. Happy reading!
1.0.8+1
March 6, 2022
It's embarrassing, but sometimes fixing one bug causes something else to break. Programmers call that a "regression," which is just a fancy word for "we goofed up."
More1.0.7+1
March 2, 2022
• Fixes an issue where full-screen mode wasn't always using the full screen • Fixes (hopefully) some login bugs • Fixes that thing where the time/battery info would reappear after your device was closed • Improves a few display issues on smaller devices
More1.0.6+1
January 31, 2022
Just a couple of small changes to improve your reading experience: • Fixes a failure of full-screen mode caused by a change in the Internet Archive Bookreader • Reloading a book in reading mode now attempts a new checkout if necessary
More1.0.5+11
November 19, 2021
This update fixes some bugs and adds two new features: • In the settings, you can now tell your screen not to sleep while the bookreader is open • There's a new switch that will allow you to capture a debugging log that you can send to us if you're having trouble with something.
More1.0.4+1
October 18, 2021
This update provides some user experience improvements: • When opening a book, you get a progress bar instead of a spinner, tricking your brain into thinking the process is going faster. • Mysterious flashes of Internet Archive web content during book loading are now minimized. • If you have an audiobook or Project Gutenberg text in your Reading Log, the app now tells you it can't yet handle those formats instead of just failing.
MorePrice History of Open Library Reader
Description of Open Library Reader
Open Library is an online library with millions of books to browse or check out. You can track the books that you're reading, want to read, etc. and read many of them right there.
This app is one reader's effort to create the ideal portable experience for taking advantage of Open Library's amazing collection.
You'll get the best experience out of this app on an iPad, but you can use it on a smaller screen (if you don't mind squinting).
The moment you open the app and log in, any books you've already saved on the Open Library site are laid out on your screen. You can sort them by title, author, publication date, and date saved, see which books are available to read, and open them with a single tap.
Once you've opened a book in the familiar reading interface, a tap at the top of the screen will trigger the full screen mode, removing every distraction and expanding the book pages to the limits of your screen for the perfect reading experience.
Other features include:
- Built-in search: find and add books to your shelves from inside the app.
- Shelf management: move books between shelves, remove books, change the edition of a book.
- Related title search: choose a book on your shelf and quickly find more books like it.
- Checkout tracking: see at a glance how long you have left on limited-access books you've checked out.
- Customization: choose which shelves you want to see and manage the size of the books and their titles.
This app is essentially an alternative interface to the Open Library site — all of your data is stored there, and the books you read are hosted online, not in the app. As a result, an active internet connection is required when you are using this app.
Open Library is an initiative of the Internet Archive, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, building a digital library of Internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. The developer of this app has no legal or contractual relationship with Open Library or the Internet Archive, and bears no responsibility for the content found there.
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Open Library Reader: FAQ
Does Open Library Reader support iPad devices?
Yes, you can use the Open Library Reader app on iPad devices.
Who created Open Library Reader?
Loomis House, LLC built the Open Library Reader app.
What is the minimum iOS version to run the Open Library Reader app?
Currently, Open Library Reader supports iOS 10.0 or later.
What is the overall rating of the Open Library Reader app?
Currently, the Open Library Reader app has a user rating of 3.5 } and receives mild reviews.
What category is the Open Library Reader app?
The App Genre Of The Open Library Reader App Is Books.
What is the newest version of Open Library Reader?
The latest version of the Open Library Reader app is 1.0.14+20.
What date did the latest update for Open Library Reader come out?
The date of the latest Open Library Reader update is September 18, 2024.
What date did Open Library Reader come out?
Open Library Reader became publicly available on February 5, 2023.
What age is Open Library Reader appropriate for?
The content advisory rating for the Open Library Reader app is Loomis House, LLC.
What are the languages available on Open Library Reader?
Open Library Reader is now available to use in English.
Can I access Open Library Reader via Apple Arcade's subscription service?
No, Open Library Reader is not on Apple Arcade.
Is Open Library Reader equipped with in-app purchases?
No, Open Library Reader does not feature in-app purchases for users.
Is Open Library Reader fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro?
Unfortunately, Open Library Reader is not fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro.
Are users exposed to ads in Open Library Reader?
No, users are not exposed to ads in Open Library Reader.
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