
Currently, the following export formats are supported:

- PDF (.pdf) - Perfect for reading and sharing
- Microsoft Word (.docx) - For further editing and formatting
- Markdown (.md) - Great for note-taking apps like Obsidian
- HTML - Formatted for Apple Notes


Learn about the different formats available for exporting your highlights from Screvi

Export Formats


# General Questions

## What is Screvi?

Screvi is a powerful tool that helps you collect, organize, and make the most of your reading highlights from various platforms like Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and more. It centralizes all your highlights in one place and provides tools to search, categorize, and export them.

## How does Screvi work?

Screvi connects to your reading platforms through secure integrations to import your highlights. Once imported, you can organize them by categories, add notes, search through them, and export them in various formats.

## Which platforms does Screvi support?

Screvi currently supports:
- Amazon Kindle
- Kobo eReaders
- Apple Books
- Manual import from text files
- X (Twitter) bookmarks

We're constantly working to add support for more platforms.

## Is my data safe with Screvi?

Absolutely. We take data security seriously and use industry-standard encryption to protect your information. Your highlights are stored securely and are only accessible to you.

## Can I use Screvi offline?

Screvi is primarily a web-based application that requires an internet connection for syncing and cloud features. However, you can export your highlights to use them offline.

## How do I get started with Screvi?

1. Sign up for a free account at [app.screvi.com](https://app.screvi.com)
2. Connect your reading platforms using our integration guides
3. Import your existing highlights
4. Start organizing and exploring your highlights

## Can I organize my highlights by book or topic?

Yes! Screvi provides powerful organization tools including:
- Automatic categorization by book
- Custom tags and labels
- Search functionality
- Filtering options

## What happens if I delete a highlight in Screvi?

If you delete a highlight in Screvi, it will be removed from your Screvi library but will remain in your original reading platform (like Kindle or Kobo). The next sync will not restore deleted highlights.

## Can I share my highlights with others?

Yes, Screvi offers several sharing options:
- Export highlights to various formats (PDF, Text, etc.)
- Share individual highlights or collections
- Generate shareable links for specific highlights

## I'm having trouble with syncing. What should I do?

If you're experiencing sync issues:
1. Check your internet connection
2. Ensure you're using the correct login credentials for your reading platform
3. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the integration
4. Contact our support team if the issue persists 

Frequently asked questions about Screvi and how it works

General Questions


To import your Apple Books highlights, you have two options: use our desktop app (Mac only) or email your highlights directly from your iPhone or iPad.

## Desktop App Method

### Setup Steps

1. **Get Your API Key**
   - Go to [https://app.screvi.com/settings/api](https://app.screvi.com/settings/api)
   - Generate a new API key if you haven't already
   - Copy the API key (you'll need it later)

2. **Install Screvi Desktop**
   - [Download the Screvi desktop application](https://screvi.com/desktop-app)
   - Install the application on your Mac
   - Launch the application

3. **Use the App**
   - When prompted, paste your API key
   - Click on "Apple Books" in the sidebar
   - Click "Allow Access" when prompted to give Screvi access to your Apple Books library
   - Click on "Sync Now" to import your highlights

## Email Export Method

If you don't have a Mac or prefer not to install the desktop app, you can email your highlights directly from the Apple Books app on your iPhone or iPad.

### Setup Steps

1. **Open your book in Apple Books**
   - Launch the Apple Books app on your iPhone or iPad
   - Open the book containing the highlights you want to export

2. **Access your highlights**
   - Tap the actions menu in the bottom right corner
   - Select "Bookmarks & Highlights"
   - Switch to the "Highlights" tab

3. **Select and share your highlights**
   - Tap "Select" in the top left corner
   - Choose the highlights you'd like to send to Screvi
   - Tap the Share icon
   - Select your email app

4. **Send to Screvi**
   - Send the email to: **new@highlights.screvi.com**
   - Your highlights will be automatically imported into your Screvi account

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How often do highlights sync?
- **Desktop App**: The sync process needs to be initiated manually through the desktop app. There is no automatic sync like in the Chrome extension.
- **Email Export**: You need to manually email highlights each time you want to import them.

### Is it safe to give Screvi access to my Apple Books?
Yes, Screvi only requests read-only access to your highlights and book metadata. We cannot modify your library or access any other parts of your system.


Learn how to import and sync your Apple Books highlights with Screvi

How to Sync Your Apple Books Highlights


 Whether you're reading on mobile or desktop, Screvi makes it easy to capture insights from online articles.

## Available Methods

### 1. Mobile Apps

The simplest way to save article highlights on mobile devices is directly via your browser.

#### On iPhone/iPad (Safari):
1. Select the text you want to highlight on any article
2. Tap the **Share** icon from the bottom tabs (Important: Not the Share popup, otherwise it won't include the page URL)
3. Look for **Screvi** in the share options
4. Add any personal notes if desired
5. Tap **Save** to add the highlight to your library

#### On Chrome/Firefox
1. Select text on the article page
2. Tap **Share** from the context menu
3. Choose **Screvi** from the sharing options

**Note:** On Chrome, the article URL is not shared with screvi, so you'll have to manually add it to the highlight/source.


<img src="https://images.screvi.com/static/mobile-share.png" style={{ width: '100%', margin: '0 auto' }} alt="Mobile Browser Sharing" />

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### 2. Chrome Extension

For desktop users, the Screvi Chrome extension provides the best experience for capturing article highlights.

#### Installation:
1. Visit the [Screvi Chrome Extension Page](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screvi-kindle-and-x-bookm/ndlpohihdhnmgdnbmlgpnijmdddefooj) and install the extension.


#### Using the Extension:
1. **Select text** on any article or webpage
2. **Right-click** and choose "Save to Screvi" from the context menu
3. Done!

No extra UI elements or popups to slow down your browser, just a simple right-click menu item.

<img src="https://images.screvi.com/static/chrome-extension.png" style={{ width: '100%', margin: '0 auto' }} alt="Chrome Extension" />

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### 3. Manual Entry

For times when you prefer full control over your highlight organization or when other methods aren't available, you can manually add article highlights directly through the Screvi web app.

#### Steps:
1. **Go to [app.screvi.com/sources](https://app.screvi.com/sources)**
2. **Add a new custom source** with the article information (title, author, image, URL, etc.)
3. **Manually add highlights** to the newly created source
4. Include your personal notes and insights as needed

This method gives you complete control over how your highlights are organized and tagged, making it perfect for academic research, storing PDF highlights, or when you want to be very deliberate about your highlight curation.

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## Automatic Metadata Capture

When you save highlights from articles, Screvi will automatically try to capture the following metadata:
- **Article title**
- **Author name** (when available)
- **Publication date**
- **Source URL**

**Note:** Some websites might not provide all the metadata, but if some of the metadata is not available, you can always edit the highlight/source and add the missing information.


## Frequently Asked Questions

### Does the Chrome extension work on all websites?
The extension works on most websites, though some sites with strict content policies may limit text selection. It works perfectly on news sites, blogs, and educational content.

### Can I highlight from private or paywalled articles?
Yes, as long as you can select the text, you can save it to Screvi. The extension respects your existing access to content.

### What happens to highlights if an article gets deleted?
Your highlights are permanently saved in your Screvi library, so they remain accessible even if the source article is removed.


Learn how to capture highlights from web articles using Safari, mobile browsers, and the Chrome extension

How to Save Highlights from Articles



You can import your Kindle highlights to Screvi using different methods. Choose the option that best fits your reading setup:

## TLDR:

- **🖥️ [Chrome Extension](#chrome-extension)** - For books purchased on amazon.com
- **📱 [Mobile App](#mobile-app)** -  Same as the chrome extension, but on your mobile device
- **📧 [Kindle iOS App](#kindle-ios-app)** - For any type of book, but exports one book at a time. Includes sideloaded books or documents.
- **📁 [MyClippings.txt](#myclippingstxt-upload)** - For full control, includes all highlights in your kindle device. Requires connecting Kindle by USB

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<h2 id="chrome-extension">Chrome Extension</h2>

**Best for:** Desktop users who want automatic daily syncing

Works with books purchased from Amazon's Kindle Store. Highlights automatically sync to Amazon's cloud at `read.amazon.com/notebook`.

### Setup Steps

1. **Install Extension**: Get the [Screvi Chrome Extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screvi-kindle-and-x-highl/ndlpohihdhnmgdnbmlgpnijmdddefooj) from Chrome Web Store
2. **Click Extension Icon**: Find Screvi in your browser toolbar
3. **Login to Amazon**: You'll be redirected to Amazon's secure login (Screvi never stores your Amazon credentials and has no access to your account)
4. **Import Your Highlights**: Click "Import Your Highlights" and wait for the highlights to be imported.

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<h2 id="mobile-app">Mobile App</h2>

**Best for:** Mobile-first users who primarily read on phones/tablets and don't want to use the Chrome Extension.

Use the Screvi mobile app to fetch highlights from your Kindle account. It works the same as the Chrome Extension, but on your mobile device.

### Setup Steps

1. **Download App**: Install from [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/screvi/id6670569420) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.screvi.app)
2. **Login to Screvi**: Sign in to your account
3. **Navigate to Kindle**: Go to Settings  > Kindle
4. Follow the instructions to connect your Kindle account




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<h2 id="kindle-ios-app">Kindle App</h2>

**Best for:** Mobile users who want to export highlights from sideloaded books or documents

This method works for both Amazon books and personal documents within Kindle apps.

<img  style={{ width: '300px', margin: '0 auto' }} src="https://images.screvi.com/static/highlight-email.gif" alt="Kindle iOS App" />

### Setup Steps

1. **Open Kindle App**: Launch on your iOS, iPad, or Mac device
2. **Select Book**: Open the book with highlights you want to export
3. **Access Notebook**: Tap the "Notebook" icon (📓) in the top right
4. **Share Highlights**: Tap the "Share" or "Export" icon
5. **Choose Email**: Select the email option
6. **Send to Screvi**: Email to: `new@highlights.screvi.com`

**Important::** Make sure that the email you use to send the highlights is the same as the one you use to login to Screvi.


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<h2 id="myclippingstxt-upload">MyClippings.txt Upload</h2>

**Best for:** Kindle e-reader users with personal documents, PDFs, or complete control needs

Every highlight you take on a Kindle device is saved to a local file called `MyClippings.txt` - this includes ALL your highlights regardless of book source.

### When to Use This Method
- Personal documents and PDFs sent to your Kindle
- Books from sources other than Amazon (sideloaded content)
- Books from other ebook stores
- You want complete control over your highlight data
- You want to import highlights that don't appear on read.amazon.com/notebook

### Setup Steps

1. **Connect Kindle to Computer**: Use the USB cable that came with your Kindle
2. **Open Kindle as Drive**: Your Kindle will appear as a removable drive
3. **Navigate to Documents**: Open the "documents" folder on your Kindle
4. **Find MyClippings.txt**: Look for this file (it contains all your highlights)
5. **Access Import Page**: Go to [app.screvi.com/integrations/kindle-import](https://app.screvi.com/integrations/kindle-import)
6. **Upload File**: Select "Upload MyClippings.txt" and choose your file
7. **Process Import**: Click "Upload" and wait for processing (usually under 1 minute)

### Benefits
- ✅ Imports highlights from ALL books (Amazon + personal documents)
- ✅ Most comprehensive method available
- ✅ Complete ownership of your highlight data
- ✅ Works with any book format supported by Kindle

> **Smart Duplicate Detection:** Screvi automatically detects and merges duplicate highlights, so you can safely re-upload your MyClippings.txt file without creating duplicates.


---

## Questions?

Still having trouble syncing your Kindle highlights? Don't hesitate to reach out.

**Send an email to:** [support@screvi.com](mailto:support@screvi.com)




Complete guide to importing your Kindle highlights into Screvi - choose your method based on your book source

Import from Amazon Kindle

Unfortunately, Kobo does not provide an API to retrieve highlights, so you'll have to connect your Kobo to your computer and share your highlights file with Screvi.

The advantage of this, is that you can sync highlights from any book, even if they were not purchased from the official Kobo store.


### Setup Steps

1. Go to the screvi Kobo import page: [https://app.screvi.com/integrations/kobo-import](https://app.screvi.com/integrations/kobo-import)
3. Follow the instructions to connect your Kobo to your computer
4. Select the books you want to sync
5. Click "Sync Now" to begin importing your highlights



## Frequently Asked Questions

### How often do highlights sync?
The sync process needs to be initiated manually whenever you want to import new highlights.

### What happens if I want to add new highlights? Will Screvi automatically detect them?
Yes, screvi will automatically detect new highlights and detect any duplicates.

### My book covers were not imported to Screvi
Screvi currently does not import book covers from Kobo, but you can fetch a book cover from the screvi web app, after you've imported your highlights.

Learn how to import and sync your Kobo highlights with Screvi

How to Sync Your Kobo Highlights


The manual bulk import feature is perfect for users who have highlights stored in unstructured formats like paper notebooks, Apple Notes, Obsidian, or any other text-based system. This tool helps you quickly add multiple highlights to a book without worrying about perfect formatting.

## When to Use Manual Import

This feature is ideal when you have:
- Handwritten notes from a paper notebook
- Highlights scattered across Apple Notes
- Notes stored in Obsidian or other note-taking apps
- Copy-pasted highlights from various digital sources
- Any collection of quotes or insights without consistent formatting

<img src="https://images.screvi.com/static/manual-input.png" style={{ width: '100%', margin: '0 auto' }} alt="Manual Import" />

### Setup Steps

1. Go to the Screvi manual import page: [https://app.screvi.com/integrations/manual-input](https://app.screvi.com/integrations/manual-input)
2. Fill in the book details:
   - **Title**: Enter the book, article, or source title
   - **Author**: Add the author name
   - **Source Type**: Select from Book, Article, Podcast, etc.
3. Paste your highlights in the text area
4. Follow the formatting guidelines below
5. Click "Parse Highlights" to import them to your library

## Formatting Your Highlights

### Basic Format
- **Separate each highlight with a double line break** (press Enter twice)
- Each highlight should be on its own paragraph
- No special formatting required

### Example:
```
This is my first highlight from the source.

This is my **bold** second highlight with *italic* text.
Note: This is my personal note about the highlight.

Another highlight here with some key insights.
```

### Advanced Formatting

**Personal Notes**: Add "Note:" at the beginning of a line to mark it as your personal note
```
This is a highlight from the book.
Note: This reminds me of my own experience with this topic.
```

**Markdown Support**: You can use markdown formatting:
- **Bold text** with `**bold**`
- *Italic text* with `*italic*`
- Lists and other markdown elements

### Tips for Best Results

2. **Don't worry about perfect formatting**: The tool is designed to handle messy input
3. **Use the preview**: Before submitting, use the preview section to see how your highlights will be rendered
4. **Add context**: Include personal notes to provide context for your future self

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can I import highlights from multiple books at once?
No, the manual import tool processes one book/source at a time. You'll need to create separate imports for each book.

### What happens if I have duplicate highlights?
Screvi automatically detects and prevents duplicate highlights, so you can safely re-import without creating duplicates.

### Can I edit highlights after importing them?
Yes, once imported, you can edit, organize, and add tags to your highlights just like any other highlights in your Screvi library.


Learn how to import highlights from paper notebooks, Apple Notes, Obsidian, and other unstructured sources

How to Manually Import Highlights in Bulk


Extract highlights from your annotated PDF files and import them directly into Screvi. Whether you've been highlighting PDFs on your computer, tablet, or phone, this guide will help you get those insights into your digital library.

## When to Use PDF Highlight Extraction

This feature is perfect when you have:
- Academic papers with highlights and annotations
- Annotated eBooks in PDF format
- Research documents with important passages marked
- PDF books with highlights from various PDF readers
- Meeting notes or presentations with marked sections

## Available Methods

### 1. Using PDF Annotation Export Tools

Most PDF readers allow you to export annotations and highlights. Here are the most common approaches:

#### Adobe Acrobat/Reader:
1. Open your annotated PDF
2. Go to **Tools** → **Comment** → **Export Comments**
3. Save the file (usually as FDF or XFDF format)
4. Use a converter tool to extract the text or copy manually to Screvi

#### Preview (Mac):
1. Open the annotated PDF in Preview
2. Go to **View** → **Highlights and Notes**
3. Copy the highlighted text manually
4. Paste into Screvi's manual import tool

#### PDF Expert, GoodNotes, Notability:
Most mobile PDF apps allow you to export annotations:
1. Look for "Export Annotations" or "Share Highlights" option
2. Export as text or copy to clipboard
3. Use Screvi's manual import feature

### 2. Copy-Paste Method

For simple extraction when you have a few highlights:

1. Open your PDF in any reader
2. Select and copy each highlight individually
3. Paste into a text document, separating each highlight with a double line break
4. Use Screvi's [manual import tool](https://app.screvi.com/integrations/manual-input)

### 3. Using Third-Party Tools

#### Zotero (Academic Users):
1. Import your PDF into Zotero
2. Zotero will automatically extract annotations
3. Export annotations as notes
4. Import into Screvi using manual import

#### Obsidian PDF Plugin:
1. Use Obsidian's PDF annotation plugin
2. Extract highlights to markdown format
3. Copy the formatted text to Screvi

## Step-by-Step Import Process

Once you have your PDF highlights extracted:

1. Visit the Screvi manual import page: [https://app.screvi.com/integrations/manual-input](https://app.screvi.com/integrations/manual-input)
2. Fill in the document details:
   - **Title**: Enter the PDF document title
   - **Author**: Add the author name
   - **Source Type**: Select "Book" or "Article" as appropriate
3. Format your highlights following these guidelines:
   - Separate each highlight with a double line break
   - Add "Note:" before personal comments
   - Use markdown formatting if desired
4. Click "Parse Highlights" to import

## Formatting Your Extracted Highlights

### Basic Format
```
This is the first highlight from the PDF.

This is the second highlight with important information.
Note: My personal reflection on this highlight.

Another key insight from the document.
```

### Handling Page Numbers
Many PDF tools include page numbers with highlights. You can either:
- Keep them for reference: `"Quote text" (p. 42)`
- Remove them for cleaner formatting
- Add them as notes: `Note: Found on page 42`

### Dealing with Broken Text
PDFs sometimes have formatting issues when copying text:
- Fix obvious line breaks and spacing
- Don't worry about perfect formatting - focus on content
- Use the preview feature to check results

## Tips for Best Results

1. **Clean up formatting**: Remove unnecessary page breaks and fix spacing issues
2. **Group related highlights**: Combine closely related highlights from the same section
3. **Add context**: Include personal notes to explain why you highlighted specific passages
4. **Preserve important metadata**: Keep page numbers or chapter references if helpful
5. **Use the preview**: Always preview before importing to catch formatting issues

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What if my PDF reader doesn't export annotations?
Try copying highlights manually or use a different PDF reader like Adobe Acrobat Reader (free) which supports annotation export.

### Can I preserve the original formatting from the PDF?
Basic formatting like bold and italic can be preserved using markdown syntax. Complex formatting will be simplified.

### What about highlights with different colors?
Most extraction methods don't preserve highlight colors, but you can add this information as notes (e.g., "Note: Originally highlighted in yellow").

### How do I handle mathematical formulas or special characters?
Copy formulas as plain text when possible, or describe them in notes. Special characters usually transfer correctly.

### Can I import highlights from password-protected PDFs?
Yes, as long as you can open and view the PDF, you can extract and import the highlights. 

Learn how to extract and import your highlights from PDF files using various tools and methods

How to Extract Highlights from PDFs


Screvi uses a Chrome extension to sync your X (formerly Twitter) bookmarks. Due to X's API limitations and costs, we've developed a secure direct sync method through our browser extension which is much more stable and efficient than relying on the official X API.

## Chrome Extension Setup (Required)


### Setup Steps
1. Install the [Screvi Chrome Extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screvi-kindle-and-x-highl/ndlpohihdhnmgdnbmlgpnijmdddefooj) from the Chrome Web Store
2. Open the extension by clicking on the extension icon in the top right corner of your browser
3. Click on "Import X Bookmarks"
4. Wait for the sync to complete
5. Enable Background Sync if you want your bookmarks to sync automatically

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is it safe to use the Chrome extension?
Yes, it's completely safe. The Screvi extension only has access to your X bookmarks page. Screvi cannot access any other X account information, post on your behalf, or modify your account in any way.

### How often do bookmarks sync?
- Automatically syncs daily when background sync is enabled (Beta)
- Manually sync anytime by clicking "Sync Now" in the extension


### Can I sync bookmarks from multiple X accounts?
Yes. You can switch between X accounts in your browser and sync bookmarks from each account separately.



Learn how to automatically import and sync your X (Twitter) bookmarks with Screvi

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