Are all titles available in the Read Now format?
Yes, any title that you see within your Boundless web experience will be available to you.
Do I need to download any software?
No. Your title will open in your browser automatically. You will need to allow pop-ups within your browser, and some browsers will ask you if it’s okay to store files on your computer. You’ll need to allow this if you want your eBook to be saved for offline access.
Which browsers are supported?
You can use the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
Is there a preferred browser?
We recommend that you use the native browser for the device you’re using. For example, Mac and iOS devices should use Safari. Chrome is the preferred browser for laptops and Android devices.
How do I view the Table of Contents and other menu items?
Simply hover at the top of your browser window, and then click on the menu icon in the upper left corner of your page. A linkable Table of Contents will display.
Can I take notes and highlight text?
Yes! Just use the tool options located in the upper right corner of your browser window.
Can I create bookmarks?
Yes! Just use the Bookmark option located in the upper right corner of your browser window.
Can I change the font size?
Yes! Just like above, simply go to the tool options in the upper right corner of your browser window. Click on the A icon to change your font size, background color, and page layout. Please note that some eBooks are in a fixed format, set by the publisher, and cannot have the font changed.
I share my browser with someone else. How can I keep my saved content private?
Just log out of the browser reader when you end your session. You’ll be asked to enter your login ID when you access your saved content offline.
Is there a limit to the number of devices I can use for offline reading?
Yes. Just like with the other formats available with Boundless, the number of devices you can use is set by the publisher and could be limited. If you reach the limit, you’ll receive an error message indicating that you’ve downloaded the title on too many devices.
Download your checked out titles to read offline in your browser!
Please note that at this time only eBooks have this functionality available.
1. While connected to internet, click Read on a checked out title that you wish to download.
2. Once the reader launches, click the hamburger menu on the upper left-hand side.
3. Select Offline Access from the menu options.
4. The book will begin downloading to your browser's cache.
5.Once it has successfully downloaded, click the Return to your book button.
6. Open the hamburger menu again and select Offline Content Library.
7. Your Offline Library will open and display any books that you have downloaded. Click on the title image to open and read your book, remove the downloaded book by clicking Remove.
You can bookmark this page for easy access in the future.