hide. Share this conversation . Use the sections below if an ebook or audiobook isn't showing up on your Bookshelf in the OverDrive app. I reauthorized the Kobo e-reader and computer multiple times, … For example I thought I could return a book and then check it out again just to see what happens. If your Overdrive library has books that are not in the Kobo store, you should still be able to get them by checking them out on a desktop and downloading, then hook up the Kobo to the desktop and use Adobe Digital Editions to transfer the books. Search by author, title, topic or genre–or check out some of our “Best of” lists to open up … When Kobo launched the Aura One two years ago, they thrilled fans by integrating support for library ebooks, only to frustrate us by leaving the feature out of subsequent Kobo models like the Aura H2O2 and the Clara HD.. That changed this week with a new firmware update. If that doesn't work, try uninstalling your version of … the other problem is that previously, it kept making me sign in every time i tried to return an overdrive book— i’d sign in, hit return, and it’d make me sign in again. Sort by. * Sync libraries, bookmarks, and recent positions across mobile devices. Find Daily Deals, read previews & reviews and get book recommendations. I logged out and signed back in, then tried to borrow directly on the device. But today it wouldn’t show up. No joy, so I tried making it USA, synched, still nothing. Verified. Once the app is deauthorized, select Authorize. How do I install OverDrive? The Kobo eBookstore is always open and it’s full of more than 5 million titles. I just got a Kobo Aura One from Ebay. I've had this same problem occasionally. In the OverDrive app, select the icon in the top-left corner to open the Home menu, then select Settings. Nearly one year later, the Aura One is still the only Kobo ebook reader […] Her Kobo account payment page showed UK, so I added our address for good measure, then I synched her device. Simply open Overdrive and enter your card details. As soon as I clicked borrow an error popped up saying that it couldn’t connect to Overdrive and to try borrowing directly from the library, then syncing the device. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. All of the other (older) books seem to sync straight away. I’ve tried restarting it, logging in and out and still nothing. I have the kobo aura HD (I think) and the overdrive setting isn’t showing up can anybody help? I borrowed a few other books and they loaded in the kobo just fine. Later I downloaded the same book to my Kobo via ADE 4.5.11 (Windows 10) but could not open the copy on the Kobo. Hi guys, I have a Clara HD that I use primarily for OverDrive. Ok I think this is definitely the problem. Otherwise, it's considered a different book and not supported on kobo. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Normally I use the Libby app on my phone to borrow then it shows up on my kobo when it syncs. If you're not in one of the countries where Overdrive is supported (Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand) then you won't see Overdrive on your device. Hope this helps! When an ereader is recognized by ADE, you'll see it in ADE under "Devices." Electronics Technician: namstech, Electrical Engineer replied 9 years ago. If yours is the Aura HD then it doesn’t have built in overdrive. Oddly there doesn’t seem to be a way to return library ebooks from the Aura One once downloaded. Note: If you don't see OverDrive, you'll need to add a billing address to your Kobo account. I will try again later Hopefully it will come through. Download the title. For example if I try and search on overdrive using Kobo it says "there is a problem, try using your public library's website instead". I had that once - borrowed a book on the day of release and had to wait a day to sync. Learn how to find your eReader software version: Find your eReader software version. What to do if your ereader is not detected by Adobe Digital Editions When you transfer titles to an ereader (like a NOOK or Kobo), make sure it's connected to your computer before you open Adobe Digital Editions (ADE). I logged out and signed back in, then tried to borrow directly on the device. There are no first-hand reports yet, and I am still waiting for Kobo and OverDrive to get back to me with answers to my questions, but here’s what we know so far. With OverDrive on your Kobo eReader, all you need is a library card and a Wi Fi connection to borrow eBooks from your public library. We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. I’m not sure what to do, I’ve never had this issue before. All modern Kobo devices can download from the OverDrive library service directly, without the separate Libby app. Not sure if this is the cause of your problem, but aside from file format as you mentioned, I believe there needs to be a one to one match between what's available at the Kobo store and what your library overdrive offers. Titles are automatically returned. That saves Kobo from fielding support calls from people who can't use it (because it's not supported in their country) wondering why it won't work. News and discussion about the Kobo line of ebook readers. OverDrive: Common questions; What country is OverDrive available in? I have a Clara HD, not sure if that is a factor. Make sure you've updated your software to the most recent version? After you borrow an eBook from your library, you can read it on your Kobo eReader. The Kobo kept on saying I was unauthorized to open the book yet ADE said I was authorized. There’s the option to remove from the reader but not return. Yeah I’m thinking that might be the issue. Follow the steps in this article to learn how to use OverDrive: Choose from millions of eBooks to shop worldwide at the Rakuten Kobo Store. Once you checkout a book on your Kobo ereader, it will show up on your other OverDrive apps and Kobo ereaders as well when synced. As a test I purchased a book from Kobo of course this worked great!!!!! If your eReader has version 4.10 or later, your eReader will have OverDrive installed. Some Kobo titles may not be available from your library, and some library titles may not be available from Kobo. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. This thread is archived. It seems to me to be the next logical troubleshooting step. What if I’ve forgotten my library card number or PIN? I think there is a way to still read on the kobo but I haven’t quite figured that it out yet. We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. Yeah I just updated it and it’s still not there, My overdrive shows up when I go to Kobo Store. I get this on certain books. Add books with Adobe Digital Editions If you've tried all the steps on this page and still can't find your item, contact Kobo … I just try and sync each day until it suddenly shows. If troubleshooting doesn’t work under tour settings, it may be that the format of the ebook is not compatible with your kobo. I had this issue in the past with Graphic Novels. Tried re-installing ADE 3.0 but other issues cropped up, so I am waiting for Adobe to fix the problem with ADE 4.5 But today I’ve been having issues getting the books to appear on my kobo. It may be the same book but not the same ISBN, for example. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Find Daily Deals, read previews & reviews and get book recommendations. report. So, this is pretty much what it sounds like: the overdrive menu on my clara isn’t showing up: i can’t find where to sign in to overdrive or anything in settings. I did everything Adobe & Kobo say and tried hints under the heading "Issue With Kobe Touch and Adobe" from 2017. Until now I was using Amazon Kindle devices , but the seamless overdrive integration on Kobo Aura One was the biggest reason I switched to Kobo. * Sync libraries, bookmarks, and recent positions across mobile devices. OverDrive may not be available at your local library. Note: OverDrive and Libby do not work with Kindle ereaders. Open up to over 6 million eBooks and audiobooks on award-winning eReaders and the free Rakuten Kobo App. * Place holds, create wish lists, and return titles easily. I realized it when I went into the libby app under the format of the ebook I borrowed and it told me It wasn’t compatible with my e reader. From there, select Deauthorize. On the public library website I can check out books OK, but there seems to be some sort of issue there too. But today it wouldn’t show up. Don't know if that helps. I live in US and unfortunately the device that I got is a Japanese version, and it seems like the Japanese version doesn't have support for Overdrive, yet. OverDrive is a free service that lets you borrow eBooks from your local library’s digital collection. Choose No when asked if you'd like to use your OverDrive account to authorize the app. * No more late fees. To begin, turn on your Kobo and make sure it is connected to Wi-Fi. namstech, Electrical Engineer. share. My wife just got a Kobo solely to link up with her OverDrive account here in the UK. Overdrive settings not showing up on Claa HD. Overdrive not showing up. Open up to over 6 million eBooks and audiobooks on award-winning eReaders and the free Rakuten Kobo App. I can’t confirm the different isbn, but the kobo store edition and the library edition have different covers so they’re probably different. After you borrow an ebook or audiobook, tap Download (or Add to app) from your library account to download it to your Bookshelf in the OverDrive app. I find if they're new out or if I've recommended the library get them they don't show on the Kobo for a couple of days. Note: when I click borrow directly on the kobo and it says that I can’t connect to overdrive, the book is still being borrowed, as it’s on my Libby app the next time I open it. Experience: Experienced in designing/troubleshooting electronic systems. Press J to jump to the feed. Since Nov 2019, this feature has been compatible in Singapore. Which Kobo eReaders have OverDrive? Overdrive books not showing up on my kobo. Oh well. However I would still like to be able to transfer ebooks to Kobo using ADE. Nothing we do will help us locate the OverDrive options in Settings. * No more late fees. Go to Settings > OverDrive. I'm having this issue today. I've had a similar issue last week (error saying it can't connect to Overdrive, yet still borrows the book), but the book synced with my Kobo anyway. Show More. Kobo has just added Overdrive functionality to the Aura H2O Edition 2, Kobo Aura Edition 2 and Kobo Clara HD. * Available 24/7, now the library comes to you. Apparently it might be because the editions are different, so it can’t load onto the kobo or something, so it may just be an issue with this specific book. Learn how to Sync your eReader to check for software updates: Sync your Kobo eReader over Wi Fi. Hi guys, I have a Clara HD that I use primarily for OverDrive. If your eReader doesn’t have Overdrive on it: Plug your eReader into your computer Hello, and welcome to JustAnswer… Kobo recently added OverDrive support to all the current Kobo models, a feature that was previously only available on the Kobo Aura One for the past two years. If you see a ‘Content Lock’ error on your Kobo eReader If you get a 'Content Lock' or 'Authorization' error on your eReader, you'll need to use ADE to add the eBook to your eReader. NLB currently does not purchase and support eBooks in Kindle or Nook formats as they are not officially available to the Singapore market. Dang. 100% Upvoted. Press J to jump to the feed. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Some eReaders have Overdrive available on the device. You will need a Kobo or Nook or other account, depending on which eReader you have. So I did that a bunch of times and the book still wasn’t showing up. News and discussion about the Kobo line of ebook readers. Last September Kobo released the Kobo Aura One. Showing results for ... ,deleting, factory default setting ,authorizing and de-authorizing the computer and the Kobo, as recommended by Overdrive and Kobo, I am still unable to download a book from the library, the message reads " this document is protected by Adobe DRM". Only Aura Edition 2 and newer models have this feature. I couldn't confirm this, but it seemed that the Kobo store has to offer the exact same isbn as the library. Browse, borrow, and place holds on library books directly from your eReader. More than 30,000 libraries worldwide offer titles from OverDrive, so download the app and find your next book today! Answered in 14 minutes by: 6/4/2011. Aside from the 7.8-inch E Ink screen with adjustable frontlight color, the other main new feature was the addition of built-in OverDrive support to download library ebooks for free directly to the reader. Normally I use the Libby app on my phone to borrow then it shows up on my kobo when it syncs. * Place holds, create wish lists, and return titles easily. I’ve had this problem. There are a few ways you can try to fix issues with downloading or transferring ebooks using Adobe Digital Editions (ADE): Update to the most recent version of ADE, then try downloading or transferring the ebook again. Category: E-Readers. I know it sucks but have you tried a factory reset? * Available 24/7, now the library comes to you. Show Less. A built-in OverDrive feature is available in Kobo eReaders. From the Home screen, tap the menu in the top-left corner. When I get home from work I’ll try to borrow another book or two just to see if they borrow. I have the kobo aura HD (I think) and the overdrive setting isn’t showing up can anybody help? 4 comments. I know that the Overdrive setting was not there when the Aura HD originally shipped, so depending the software version that came installed you may have to do the update. More than 30,000 libraries worldwide offer titles from OverDrive, so download the app and find your next book today! It shows how many days until the library ebook expires on the book list page. save. Titles are automatically returned. The built-in OverDrive feature is only available for these Kobo eReaders: • Kobo Nia I did finally sync my Kobo with Overdrive & it works. Satisfied Customers: 2,126. But today I’ve been having issues getting the books to appear on my kobo. I haven’t, but I might give that a try next. Bestsellers, popular titles, classics, free eBooks, children's books, comics, and more. Here are the most common questions about the OverDrive service. Ask Your Own E-Readers Question. Create an OverDrive account on overdrive.com; Does an OverDrive account replace my library card or account?