Kindle Paperwhite User’s Guide, 3rd Edition
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Welcome to your new Kindle Paperwhite. This short guide will familiarize you with all of the
features and functionality of your Kindle. Some Kindle features may not be available based on
your country of residence or location. Please visit www.amazon.com/devicesupport for more
information about specific features.
Setting up your Kindle Paperwhite
Setting up your Kindle Paperwhite takes a few simple steps:
Select your device language
Connect to a wireless network
Register your Kindle to your Amazon account
Link your Kindle to your social network accounts (optional)
If you haven't done these steps yet, go to the Home screen now, select Set Up Your Kindle, and
follow the onscreen prompts. If you bought your Kindle online using your Amazon account, it
is already registered to you. To verify, tap the Home icon and look for your Amazon user
name in the upper left corner of the Home screen. If it says My Kindle or shows the name of a
previous owner instead of your own Amazon account name, you'll need to register it.
To register a Kindle that has been previously registered, tap the Quick Actions icon on the
toolbar, then tap All Settings. On the Settings page, tap Registration and Household, then
Register/Deregister Device. If you have enabled Sign in Approval, you will need to enter your
passcode followed by the security code sent to your phone when you register the device.
If you have difficulty connecting to your wireless network or need more information, see
Network Connectivity
. Once you have completed the setup process, Set Up Your Kindle will no
longer appear on your Home screen.
Kindle controls
You need to learn only a few controls to use your Kindle Paperwhite.
