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How to Read and Annotate EPUB Files on PocketBook Verse (2026 Guide)

The PocketBook Verse (released 2022, firmware updated through 2025–2026) is PocketBook International's entry-level 6-inch E Ink reader. It prioritises simplicity, broad format support, and long battery life — the same formula that made PocketBook popular with readers who want a device that just works without the Android complexity of higher-end models. The companion Verse Pro adds a warm frontlight for evening reading. Both support over 18 file formats including EPUB, EPUB 3, PDF, FB2, MOBI, and CBZ.

PocketBook Verse vs Verse Pro

Spec	Verse	Verse Pro
Screen	6-inch E Ink Carta, 212 ppi	6-inch E Ink Carta 1200, 300 ppi
Frontlight	White LED only	SMARTlight warm/cold LED
Storage	8 GB internal	16 GB internal
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; Micro-USB	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; USB-C
Battery	1500 mAh; weeks per charge	1700 mAh; weeks per charge
Formats	EPUB, EPUB 3, PDF, FB2, MOBI, RTF, TXT, CBZ, and 10+ more

How to get EPUBs onto your PocketBook Verse

Method 1: USB cable

Connect the Verse to your computer (Micro-USB for standard Verse; USB-C for Verse Pro).
Select PC Link on the device.
Open the device in Finder or File Explorer and navigate to Books/.
Drag your EPUB files into the folder and eject. EPUBs appear in the library immediately.

Method 2: PocketBook Cloud

Create a free PocketBook Cloud account and install the desktop or mobile app.
Upload your EPUB to the cloud library.
On the Verse, enable Cloud sync in Settings → Accounts. Your EPUB downloads automatically over Wi-Fi.

Method 3: Send-to-PocketBook email

Register your Verse to get a personal @pbsync.com email address. Email an EPUB as an attachment and it arrives in your library via cloud sync within minutes — no cable required.

Reader settings and EPUB customisation

Typography

Tap the centre of any page to open the reading menu. Adjust font family, size, line spacing, margins, and indentation. Sideload custom fonts by copying TTF/OTF files to the fonts/ folder on the device.

Frontlight (Verse Pro)

On the Verse Pro, swipe down from the top edge to access the SMARTlight slider. Blend warm and cold LEDs for comfortable reading in any lighting condition.

Annotation

Long-press any word to start a text selection, then tap Highlight or Note. All annotations export from the Notes app as a PDF or text file for use in other tools.

Converting PDFs to EPUB for the PocketBook Verse

Fixed-layout PDFs from journals, guidelines, or government reports do not reflow on a 6-inch screen. Converting to EPUB first gives you:

Text that wraps correctly at any font size
Chapter navigation via the table of contents
Highlight and note support across the full document

Upload your PDF at toolkit.bot.
Click Convert and download the EPUB.
Transfer to the Verse via USB or PocketBook Cloud.

Frequently asked questions

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Can the PocketBook Verse open EPUB files natively?: Yes. The Verse supports EPUB (including EPUB 3) natively. Sideload via USB, PocketBook Cloud, or the Send-to-PocketBook email service.
How do I transfer an EPUB to my PocketBook Verse?: Connect via Micro-USB and drag the EPUB to the Books folder, use PocketBook Cloud sync, or email it to your device's @pbsync.com address.
Does the PocketBook Verse support custom fonts?: Yes. Copy TTF or OTF font files to the fonts/ folder on the device and select them from the reader's font settings.
Can I annotate EPUB files on the PocketBook Verse?: Yes. The Verse supports text highlights and typed notes in EPUB files. Export annotations from the Notes app as a PDF or text file.
What is the difference between PocketBook Verse and Verse Pro?: The Verse Pro adds a warm frontlight and a slightly larger battery. The standard Verse has a white-only frontlight but is more affordable. Both support the same file formats.