Amazon KF8 eBook File
General Information
| Title | AZW3 File Extension |
| Extension | .azw3 |
| Full Form | Amazon KF8 eBook File |
| File Type | eBook File |
| Developer | Amazon |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.amazon.mobi8-ebook |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store eBooks |
| Additional Functions | Supports complex layouts, Rich formatting |
| Features | DRM capability, Enhanced typesetting |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| eBook Reading | Yes |
| Document Distribution | Yes |
| Publishing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | DRM protected |
| Best Practices | Backup, Authorized devices |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2011 |
| Latest Version | Variable with device |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mobi, .epub, .pdf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Kindle Previewer |
Free | Windows, Mac |
| Calibre |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Amazon Kindle |
Free | Windows, Mac, iOS, Android |