Supported Formats for Conversion
In addition to the file formats listed above, you can also convert other personal documents to read on
your Kindle. The supported file formats are listed below:
• Microsoft Word (.DOC)
• Structured HTML (.HTML, .HTM)
• JPEG (.JPEG, .JPG)
• GIF (.GIF)
• PNG (.PNG)
• BMP (.BMP)
• Compressed ZIP (.ZIP)
Tip: ZIP files are automatically opened up by the conversion service if you choose to compress your
documents. Any enclosed files listed above inside the ZIP file will be converted and sent to your
Kindle or computer as specified.
Sending Your Documents for Conversion
Each Kindle has its own unique e-mail address. When you e-mail personal documents to your Kindle,
they are automatically converted to a Kindle-friendly format. To set up your Kindle e-mail address,
follow the steps below:
On your computer, open your Web browser and go to
http://www.amazon.com/manageyourkindle
1.
In the "Your Kindle(s)" section, select "Edit Info".2.
In the "Kindle E-mail Address" text field, change the first part of the e-mail address to what you
would like it to be. The @kindle.com will automatically be appended.
3.
Select "Update information" to save your changes and close the text entry box.4.
Once you have set up your e-mail address, you can send and convert your personal documents by
following the steps below:
Attach your document to a new e-mail or forward an existing e-mail that has a document
attached. A subject is not necessary.
1.
Address the e-mail to the appropriate e-mail address for either wireless delivery or for delivery
back to your computer. The e-mail addresses are found on your "Manage Your Kindle" page on
Amazon.com mentioned above.
2.
Send the e-mail.3.
Tip: Your Kindle will only receive converted files from e-mail addresses you have authorized on the
"Manage Your Kindle" page to help prevent spam. The default setting dictates that only items sent
from your Amazon.com account e-mail address will be forwarded. You can add e-mail addresses to
the list by visiting
http://www.amazon.com/manageyourkindle.
