An e-reader application is a mobile or desktop application that enables users to read, purchase, and manage e-books. E-Reader apps include features for purchasing books, reading books, searching for specific terms in the book's content, bookmarking pages and notes, and managing existing book collections.

e-reader apps are similar to other app types in the books and reference app type group, such as cookbook apps, travel guide apps, and textbook apps. The most popular examples of e-reader apps today are Kindle and iBooks.

• The app should be able to display PDF similarly to how kindle displays Ebooks. It should also display figures and stables as a pop-up.

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E-reader apps can grow their user base by offering a compelling reason to switch from print to digital. If an e-reader app has a large library of the latest bestsellers, it is likely to attract new users who prefer reading on digital devices. Furthermore, e-reader apps can implement strategies that create a sense of community among their readers, such as releasing exclusive content and holding online discussions about new books.

An e-reader app faces legal and reputational risks when it stores or transmits the content of user communications. To protect yourself from potential liability, it is recommended that you license your e-reader app under a Creative Commons open source license that allows users to share and remix your work without restriction. You will also want to include a disclaimer in your e-reader app noting that you are not responsible for any fake news or other harmful content shared by users of your platform.

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