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GroupDocs.Conversion provides EBookConvertOptions to give you control over conversion result when converting to eBook formats. Along with common convert options from the base class, EBookConvertOptions provides the following additional options:

Convert any document to EPUB format with default options:

using (var converter = new Converter("document.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions();
    converter.Convert("document.epub", options);
}

Convert documents to EPUB, MOBI, or AZW3 formats by specifying the desired format:

using (var converter = new Converter("document.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Epub
    };
    converter.Convert("output.epub", options);
}

using (var converter = new Converter("document.docx"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Mobi
    };
    converter.Convert("output.mobi", options);
}

using (var converter = new Converter("presentation.pptx"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Azw3
    };
    converter.Convert("output.azw3", options);
}

Set the page orientation for the converted eBook:

using (var converter = new Converter("landscape-document.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        PageOrientation = PageOrientation.Landscape
    };
    converter.Convert("landscape-ebook.epub", options);
}

Specify custom page width and height in points for precise control:

using (var converter = new Converter("document.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        PageWidth = 432,   // Width in points (6 inches × 72 points/inch)
        PageHeight = 648   // Height in points (9 inches × 72 points/inch)
    };
    converter.Convert("custom-size.epub", options);
}

Convert only selected pages from the source document:

using (var converter = new Converter("multi-page.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        PageNumber = 1,
        PagesCount = 1
    };
    converter.Convert("first-page.epub", options);
}

using (var converter = new Converter("report.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        PageNumber = 2,   // Start from page 2
        PagesCount = 5    // Convert 5 pages (pages 2-6)
    };
    converter.Convert("selected-pages.epub", options);
}

You can convert the following document types to eBook formats:

• Documents: PDF, DOC, DOCX, RTF, ODT, TXT
• Presentations: PPT, PPTX, ODP
• Spreadsheets: XLS, XLSX, ODS, CSV
• Web: HTML, MHTML, HTM
• Images: JPG, PNG, TIFF, BMP (single or multi-page)
• eBooks: Convert between EPUB, MOBI, and AZW3 formats

EPUB is the most widely supported eBook format, compatible with:

• Apple Books (iOS, macOS)
• Google Play Books
• Adobe Digital Editions
• Most e-readers (except Amazon Kindle)

Use Cases:

• General-purpose eBook distribution
• Publishing for non-Kindle devices
• Academic and technical documentation
• Digital magazines and newspapers

MOBI is Amazon’s legacy eBook format, supported by:

• Older Kindle devices
• Kindle apps (with limitations)

Use Cases:

• Legacy Kindle device support
• Older eBook reader compatibility

Note: For modern Kindle devices, use AZW3 instead.

AZW3 is Amazon’s modern eBook format with enhanced features:

• Better typography and formatting
• Fixed layout support
• Enhanced image handling
• Kindle-exclusive features

Use Cases:

• Publishing to Amazon Kindle Store
• Kindle device optimization
• Enhanced formatting requirements

Convert manuscripts and documents to eBook format for digital distribution:

using (var converter = new Converter("manuscript.docx"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Epub,
        PageOrientation = PageOrientation.Portrait
    };
    converter.Convert("published-book.epub", options);
}

Create eBook versions of technical manuals and documentation:

using (var converter = new Converter("user-manual.pdf"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Mobi,
        PageWidth = 432,   // 6 inches × 72 points/inch
        PageHeight = 648   // 9 inches × 72 points/inch
    };
    converter.Convert("user-manual.mobi", options);
}

Convert business reports to portable eBook format:

using (var converter = new Converter("quarterly-report.xlsx"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Epub,
        PageOrientation = PageOrientation.Landscape
    };
    converter.Convert("quarterly-report.epub", options);
}

Transform educational content into readable eBook format:

using (var converter = new Converter("lecture-slides.pptx"))
{
    var options = new EBookConvertOptions
    {
        Format = EBookFileType.Azw3,
        PageNumber = 1,
        PagesCount = 50
    };
    converter.Convert("course-material.azw3", options);
}

Use EBookConvertOptions when you need to:

• Publish content for e-readers and mobile reading apps
• Create portable versions of documents optimized for reading devices
• Distribute documentation in universally accessible eBook formats
• Convert between eBook formats (EPUB to MOBI, etc.)
• Customize page layout for specific e-reader dimensions
• Extract portions of documents as standalone eBooks
• Optimize reading experience with proper orientation and sizing

1. Choose the right format:

   • Use EPUB for maximum compatibility
   • Use MOBI for legacy Kindle support
   • Use AZW3 for modern Kindle devices

2. Set appropriate page dimensions:

   • Standard eBook (6"×9"): 432×648 points
   • Tablet readers (8"×10.67"): 576×768 points
   • Custom dimensions for specific devices (1 point = 1/72 inch)

3. Consider orientation:

   • Portrait for text-heavy content
   • Landscape for image-heavy or technical content

4. Optimize source documents:

   • Use clear heading structures
   • Ensure proper table of contents
   • Optimize images for eBook display

EBookConvertOptions provides comprehensive control over eBook conversions:

• Three formats: EPUB, MOBI, and AZW3 support
• Page customization: Control size, orientation, and dimensions
• Selective conversion: Convert specific pages or page ranges
• Wide compatibility: Convert from numerous source formats
• Reading optimization: Tailor output for specific devices and use cases

All examples on this page have been verified through automated testing to ensure accuracy.

• Common Conversion Options
• EBookConvertOptions API Reference
• EBookFileType API Reference