Libby FAQ

The Libby app is a great way to access the Library’s largest collection eBooks and digital audiobooks. The Libby App has a navigation bar at the bottom of the app where there are five options to choose from.

Libby App

The "Library" side of the app contains the search (the magnifying glass icon) and the collection of eBooks and audiobooks (the building icon) including just added items, browse by subject, and lists curated by Nebraska Overdrive. They are on the left side of the navigation bar and focus on the browsing and searching part of Libby. The middle section (the three bars icon) is the where you can find the app setting and places to add additional cards and libraries. The "Shelf" side of the app contains your shelf (stack of books icon) and your timeline (the clock icon). These are on the right side of the navigation bar and focus on your current checkouts, holds and any tag lists you have created as well as your history in the app. The below guides are split into mainly two categories: The Library side and the Shelf side with information on downloading and setting options at the top of this page.

Downloading and Signing Into the Libby App

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The Libby app is available for Apple mobile devices, android devices, and as a browser webpage. Follow these links to download the app on your device or access from your computer.

App Store Link
Google Play Store Link
Click here for the Nebraska Libby website!

Linking Multiple Cards and Other Libby Settings

Click here to learn about linked cards and other settings in Libby.

The Libby Library

How do I search for items in the Libby?

Click here to learn about searching in Libby. Opens in new windowHow do I narrow down my search in Libby?

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How do I browse the collection in the Libby?

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How do I borrow (check out) an item in Libby?

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How do I place a hold on an item in Libby?

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How do I use tags in Libby?

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The Libby Shelf

How do I read an eBook on/send an eBook to my Kindle?

Click here to learn how to send an eBook to Kindle in Libby. Opens in new windowWhat is reading on the Libby App like? How do I adjust the reading experience?

Click here to learn about reading in Libby. Opens in new window

How do I renew or return an item early?

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How do I manage or change a hold in Libby?

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How do I use tags in Libby?

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How do I use the Timeline in Libby?

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