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This update addresses most major issues found in versions 3.8 and 3.8.1. The startup freeze has been resolved, and FBReader on Android 10 now adopts the same file access scheme as on newer Android versions.

File access issues have been fixed. However, in rare cases, you may need to adjust your device settings as described in our guide.

The first minor update in the 3.8 series improves performance and stability. It addresses a network library performance issue and fixes an occasional reading position rollback.

We've also added an “Undo” button to the text search panel, allowing you to return to your current reading position while browsing search results.

This update is now available to all users on Google Play and Huawei AppGallery, with plugin updates released simultaneously.

This update does not introduce any major new features. Instead, we have focused on refining the app by improving stability and fixing minor issues:

• Cloud synchronisation: Improved stability
• Preferences window: Better look on Windows 11
• ePub3: Implemented support for table of contents in XHTML navigation format
• Interface language selection: New option available under Information → Language
• Keyboard shortcuts: Page Up and Page Down keys can now be used for page turning, alongside the arrow keys and Space
• OPDS catalogues: Fixed issue with URLs containing spaces
• Library: added tooltips for books
• Text settings: Increased maximum font size in preferences
• Page header settings: New macro: %authors%

The update is fully released for Mac and Linux, and is available on the Windows Store. Standalone installer package for Windows will be published later due to technical reasons.

Today, we announce the major update of FBReader for Android: 3.8 (Release Candidate 1).

The series 3.8 introduces two major improvements:

• New Themes: Upon first launch, you'll be prompted to choose from three themes:
  • Blue (default) – A fresh, modern theme with both day and night modes
  • EInk – A black-and-white theme optimised for e-paper devices
  • Classic – The familiar look of FBReader, unchanged for years

  You can switch themes anytime in the Appearance section of the settings

• Refined File Access on Android 11+: FBReader no longer requires full access to all files. Instead, you'll be asked to select specific library folders, ensuring compliance with Google's latest requirements.

Additionally, this update includes several minor enhancements:

• Custom substitution files for text-to-speech (Premium version)
• Next/Previous chapter buttons on the navigation panel
• Various UI improvements for a smoother reading experience

We will release 3.8 gradually to all users in the coming weeks.

Download the update and enjoy a better reading experience with FBReader 3.8!

This update focuses on refining the major improvement introduced in the beta 93: FBReader no longer requires “all files” access. The app now requests permission only for your designated library folders.

Key changes:

• Fixed performance issues discovered in beta 93
• Rolled back to the old file access method for older devices (Android 10 and below)

Important note: Books stored outside your library folders may temporarily become inaccessible. To regain access, you can manually grant permissions through the library view.

If no significant issues arise, we will release the first stable branch candidate (v3.8) later this week.