Settings Guide
A detailed guide to all Reading Forest settings
How to Open Settings
the icon in the upper right corner,
or press Ctrl + , (comma) to open settings.
Appearance
Language, theme, font, and display settings
Display Language
Change the app's display language.
Color Theme
Change the app's color scheme.
Font Settings
Choose a readable font.
Show Cover Images
Display book cover images when available.
Turn off for a simpler display.
Compact Display
Display everything except reading notes in a smaller size to show more information on smaller screens.
Useful when you want to view many books at once.
Display Filters
Filter books displayed in the book list.
Tooltip Display
Set whether to show feature descriptions (hints) when hovering over buttons and controls.
Bookshelf Feature
When enabled, you can reopen previously opened files with one .
Only supported in Chrome/Edge browsers.
Devices
Manage devices using this account
Active Devices List
View a list of devices logged into this account.
The following information is displayed for each device:
Log Out from Device
the "Delete" button on an unwanted device to remove its registration.
Useful for lost devices or when you want to remotely log out from another PC.
You cannot delete the device you are currently using.
Cloud
Google Drive integration settings
Google Drive Integration
Back up your reading records to Google Drive.
Once connected, you can use the following features:
Connection Steps
the "Connect to Google Drive" button and sign in with your Google account to grant permission.
After connecting, you can use "Disconnect" to revoke access.
Reading Forest only accesses the "Reading Forest" folder in Google Drive.
It does not access any other files. For details, see Google Drive Integration FAQ.
Account
Manage email, password, and plan
Change Email Address
Change the email address used for login.
For security, the following verification process is required:
Change Password
Enter your current password and set a new password.
Change Group Plan Size
If you're on a Group Plan, you can change the number of members.
(Only visible to Group Plan owners)
For account deletion, see Account Deletion Guide.
Plan
Manage plan changes and payment information
Current Plan
View information about your current plan.
*Prices include tax
Change Plan
Change your plan using the "Switch to This Plan" button on each plan card.
Payment Information
If you're on a paid plan, you can view and update payment methods.
Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcut reference
The Shortcuts tab in settings shows all keyboard shortcuts available in Reading Forest.
You can use these when an external keyboard (such as Bluetooth keyboard) is connected.
Clipboard Operations
Book copy/cut requires a paid plan