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Kindle Dictionary Not Working? 4 Ways to Quickly Fix it
Uninstall and reinstall the app if the dictionaries are not working
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Kindle is one of themost popular ebook softwareavailable today. While using the app, some users have reported the dictionary not working error which prevents them from accessing the translation and lookup feature of Kindle.
If the dictionary is not working on your Kindle reader, this article will provide five ways to help you fix it.
Why is the Kindle dictionary not working?
How can I fix the Kindle dictionary if it’s not working?
Before we proceed with more advanced solutions, here are a couple of quick fixes you can attempt:
If these prerequisites didn’t fix the issue, let’s apply the following working solutions.
1. Re-download the dictionary
If the dictionary is free, it’ll be automatically added to your Kindle app, while if it’s a premium dictionary, you’ll need to make a purchase.
2. Add the dictionary to Kindle
After downloading a dictionary file, we recommend you manually add it to the Kindle app to avoid the error.
3. Update Kindle
Running an outdated version of Kindle can lead to errors caused by bugs in the software. Updating the app is one way to fix the Kindle dictionary not working error.
4. Uninstall and reinstall Kindle
Resetting Kindle removes all saved data and configuration, rendering the app to its default state. This should allow you to download new dictionaries and fix the error.
This article has shown you the best ways to help you fix the Kindle dictionary not working error.
If you own a Kidle, here’swhat to do if it doesn’t download booksand fix it right away.
Did you manage to fix the problem using our solutions? Leave us a comment in the section below.
Vlad Turiceanu
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Passionate about technology,Windows, and everything that has a power button, he spent most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, with a complete expertise in touch-based devices, he is constantly keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest!
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Vlad Turiceanu
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.
