How to Sync Your Kindle Highlights

Learn how to automatically import and sync your Kindle highlights with Screvi

Screvi offers three methods to sync your Kindle highlights. Choose the one that best fits your needs:

Option 1: Chrome Extension (Recommended)

This is the most convenient method as it provides automatic background syncing.

Benefits

  • Automatic daily background sync (when browser is running)
  • Real-time sync of new highlights
  • No manual file handling required

Setup Steps

  1. Install the Screvi Chrome Extension from the Chrome Web Store
  2. Open the extension (by clicking on the extension icon in the top right corner of your browser), and click on the "Sync Kindle Highlights" button.
  3. Click on Import Your Highlights and your highlights will be imported.
  4. Enable Background Sync if you want to sync your highlights daily.

Option 2: Mobile App

Use the Android or iOS app to sync your highlights directly from your mobile device.

Setup Steps

  • Go to Settings > Integrations > Kindle
  • Login to your Amazon account
  • Wait for the sync to complete

Limitations

  • No automatic background sync
  • Manual refresh required for new highlights

Setup Steps

  1. Download Screvi from the App Store or Google Play
  2. Log in to your Screvi account
  3. Go to Settings > Integrations > Kindle
  4. Login to your Amazon account
  5. Wait for the sync to complete

Option 3: Manual Upload (MyClippings.txt)

For Kindle e-reader users who prefer direct file transfer and want to sync highlights from personal documents, PDFs, and books from other sources.

Setup Steps

  1. Connect your Kindle to your computer via USB
  2. Navigate to the Kindle's documents folder
  3. Locate the "MyClippings.txt" file
  4. Upload to Screvi through the web dashboard:

Note

  • This method requires manual upload each time you want to sync new highlights
  • Recommended for users who prefer complete control over their sync process

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to login with my Amazon account?

Yes, it's completely safe. Screvi only requests access to your Kindle books and highlights data. We cannot access any other Amazon account information, make purchases, or modify your account in any way

Can I import highlights from books not purchased through Amazon?

Yes, but only through the manual MyClippings.txt upload method (Option 3). This includes personal documents, PDFs, and books from other sources that you've added to your Kindle.

Unfortunately, Amazon does not upload personal document highlights to the Kindle cloud.

How often do highlights sync?

  • Chrome Extension: Automatically syncs daily and after enabling manual sync.
  • Mobile App: Manual sync when you tap "Sync Now"
  • Manual Upload: Only when you manually upload a new MyClippings.txt file

What happens if I highlight the same text multiple times?

Screvi automatically detects and merges duplicate highlights, keeping your library clean and organized.

Can I sync highlights from multiple Kindle devices?

Yes. Just link a different Amazon account to Screvi or upload another MyClippings.txt file.

What if some of my highlights don't appear?

This usually happens when:

  • The book is a personal document (use MyClippings.txt upload)
  • Your kindle highlights aren't synced to the cloud yet. Make sure you have an internet connection in your Kindle.