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The Kindle Paperwhite is one of the e-readers favorite of users, since the model comes with built-in light for reading in any place. To add new features to the device, the Amazon has released a software update to the 5.7.2 version that must be installed manually by downloading the official website. Among the features are available screen customization options and easier access to settings.

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In addition, the search in e-book recommendations is reformulated and the user can even share your favorite titles. See this tutorial how to update the Kindle.

Step 1. Visit Amazon’s update site for the Kindle Paperwhite 6th Generation and the 7th generation model. Then click on the link “Download Software Update 5.7.2″ to download the system package;

Step 2. Plug the Kindle Paperwhite on your computer using the traditional USB cable. In the “This Computer” window, note that the Kindle will be added between devices;

Step 3. Now, just drag or copy the update file downloaded into the Kindle. Attention to transfer the file to the default directory and not into a folder. Wait for the transfer of the item;

Step 4. When finished, click the right button on the Kindle item and select “Eject”. Then, unplug the computer’s USB cable. Ensure that the Kindle battery is full before starting the procedure;

Step 5. Now on Kindle, tap the menu icon indicated by “three lines” at the top right and select “Settings “. Then select the top of the right menu, with” three lines “again, and choose” Update the Kindle. ” Confirm “OK”;

Now just wait. The Kindle will restart and the update is installed. Do not press the buttons during the process

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Step 1. the initial screen has been redesigned with new buttons at the top of the screen, reading suggestions, lists, library and bar to search. So the custom view with special content to the user ease of use;

Step 2. You can adjust the basic settings quickly, such as brightness, sync and more settings . with a shortcut button at the top

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