What I achieved:

  • Successfully installed KOReader
  • Customized the KOReader reading interface
  • Installed En/Vi dictionaries
  • Changed sleeping screen
  • Auto warmth and night mode

Calibre is another story, I initially wanted to use this as a book management tool for my KOReader. However, I faced several difficulties while working with syncing metadata and reading progress. I have tried both plugins: Kobo Utilities and KOReader Sync. And due to the constant changes in Kobo firmware, plugins are often broken down. I decided to stick with the traditional way, backing up the entire database manually.

Quick Update: The KOReader Sync plugin is actually working, just tested through wired connection. Have to create all the custom columns in order to make it work.

To backup KOReader, go under /Volumes/KOBOeReader/.adds/koreader:

  • settings.reader.lua contains all the settings of KOReader
  • setttings/ directory contains some other specific settings such as gestures or networks
  • data/ directory, for now I can only tell that it stores dictionary
  • clipboard/ dictionary stores highlights and notes

INFO: Your individual book settings and highlights are kept in the same directory as your books in a folder with the same name as your book. You can backup these folders separately if you wish.