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Kindle Mod Shelf

The most essential Kindle modding tools, plugins, games, and guides for your jailbroken Kindle. Everything here requires a jailbroken Kindle unless stated otherwise.
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Most Popular & Essential Tools
KindleForge
Essential
On-device app store for installing Kindle mods without manual USB file copying.
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KOReader
Essential
Free open-source reader with better format support and customization than stock Kindle.
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Home Screen Shortcuts
Tool
Simple shortcuts that allow you to launch your Kindle mods directly from clean booklets on your Kindle UI.
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PEKI (KUAL Installer)
Essential
Install and launch KUAL without MRPI while keeping a polished booklet icon.
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KTerm (Terminal Emulator)
Essential
Terminal for jailbroken Kindles. Critical to install even if you never use it because so many other mods rely on it.
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Disable Ads
Essential
Removes lock screen ads and enables KOReader custom screensavers.
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Check OTA Status
Tool
One-tap scriptlet that shows whether OTA updates are blocked.
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HotfixUpdater
Tool
On-device scriptlet that updates your Kindle hotfix without a computer.
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Blocking Amazon
Remove Amazon Ads & UI
Tool
Three-step guide to fully remove Amazon ads, tracking, and recommended content from your Kindle home screen.
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KOReader Plugins
Featured KOReader Plugins
Plugin
Every KOReader plugin I could find and consider useful.
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Telegram Highlights
Plugin
Send Kindle highlights and screenshots to your Telegram account via @bookshotsbot.
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KOWeather
Plugin
Live weather forecasts inside KOReader.
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dtDisplay Clock
Plugin
Fullscreen clock widget (time & date).
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ProjectTitle
Plugin
KOReader library view that greatly improves the default file browsing experience. Optimized for mosaic mode.
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PIN Lock Screen
Plugin
A fast, sophisticated PIN Lock Screen that protects your KOReader content from unauthorized access.
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KOReader Patches
KOReader Patches Library
Patch
Every KOReader user patch I could find and consider useful.
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Page Header (Userpatch)
Patch
Fiction-style page header with per-book configuration—designed to complement Project: Title's typography.
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Other KOReader
KOReader Hand-Drawn UI
Theme
Replace KOReader's interface with hand-drawn icons and handwriting UI font.
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KOReader EPUB Links
Tool
Create booklets in your Kindle library to open each of your EPUBs in KOReader.
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Boot KOReader Automatically
Utility
Automatically launch KOReader on Kindle startup instead of the default reader.
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Games
Tetris for KTerm (HF)
Game
Play classic Tetris in the terminal on hardfloat-firmware Kindles. Lightweight—no emulator needed.
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Gnome Chess & Mines
Game
Touch-friendly ports of Gnome Chess and Minesweeper. Smooth, responsive gameplay on e-ink.
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GlChess
Game
A touch-friendly chess application derived from GNOME Chess, featuring UCI engine support for AI play.
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Iagno
Game
A port of the Iagno (Reversi) game with multiple AI difficulty levels and touch-friendly interface.
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Gnect
Game
Kindle-friendly version of Connect Four with AI levels and e-ink optimized patterns.
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Mahjongg
Game
A Mahjongg solitaire app with tile artwork specifically adapted for grayscale e-ink displays.
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Draughts
Game
Draughts (Checkers) supporting English 8x8 and International 10x10 variants with AI.
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Aisleriot
Game
Klondike solitaire with high-contrast card symbols optimized for e-ink.
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Chinese Chess
Game
Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) with optional Pikafish engine support for strong AI play.
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KWordle
Game
Wordle for Kindle.
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Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection
Game
Over 30 classic logic puzzles ported to Kindle, with a launcher, booklet, and KUAL menu support.
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Sudoku
Game
Classic 9×9 Sudoku for Kindle. Tap a cell and use on-screen number buttons across multiple difficulties.
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2048
Game
Combine tiles to reach 2048 using arrow-button controls.
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KShips
Game
Battleship port for Kindle.
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Frotz: Interactive Fiction
PluginGame
Play Zork, Hitchhiker's Guide, and hundreds of free Z-machine text adventure games inside KOReader. E-ink is the perfect IF platform.
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Connect 4
Game
Classic drop-checker strategy game for two players.
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Hangman
Game
Classic word-guessing game. Solve the hidden word before you run out of chances.
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Nine Men's Morris
Game
Classic mill strategy board game, available for KUAL (softfloat) and KTerm (hardfloat).
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TicTacToe
Game
Classic TicTacToe for Kindle, launchable from KUAL.
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Universal Paperclips
Game
Browser-based idle strategy game: play as an AI programmed to produce paperclips.
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Emulators
Gambatte-K2 (Game Boy Emulator)
Emulator
Modern Game Boy emulator for Kindle with advanced features, multi-touch support, and improved performance.
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Gambatte-K (Game Boy Emulator)
Emulator
Original Game Boy emulator for Kindle. Recommended for older or softfloat Kindles.
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Gargoyle Interactive Fiction
Emulator
Play Z-Machine, Glulx, TADS, and other interactive fiction formats on Kindle.
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Media & Audio
SOX Media Player
MediaAudio
Bluetooth audio player for music, audiobooks, and streams on SF and HF Kindles.
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KinAMP
MediaAudio
Native Kindle music and radio player with KOReader integration.
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LARK
MediaAudio
Libre Audiobook Player for Kindle. Supports AAC encoded M4B audiobooks and listening history.
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Drawing Tools
Kreate
Project
Minimal drawing app for Kindle. Tap-based modes for dots, lines, and curves.
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KPaint
Project
Game Boy drawing app (ROM) optimized for Kindle display. Run via gameboy emulator to draw.
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Tools
Preserve Files
Tool
Prevent data loss when deregistering your Kindle with this simple booklet utility.
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Architecture Detector
Tool
Detect whether your Kindle is soft-float or hard-float architecture.
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KAnki
Tool
Local Kindle flashcard app with custom decks and spaced repetition.
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Tailscale VPN for Kindle
Tool
Tailscale VPN Extension for secure SSH access and remote management.
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All Kindle Linux Chroots
GuideUtilities
Available Linux Chroots links for Kindle.
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Fullscreen Web Browser
Tool
Launch websites in a minimal fullscreen view on HF Kindles.
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JarLauncher
Tool
Launch Java jar files on your Kindle, including Minecraft.
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Kandle Downloader
Tool
Download manga from your Amazon Kindle library through the Kindle Web Reader.
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Kindle BT Keepalive
Tool
Keeps Bluetooth active so your headphones stay connected while you read.
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KNotes
Tool
Kindle notes app with editable notes and a simple Kanban board for tasks.
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KPomo
Tool
Lightweight browser-based Pomodoro focus timer for Kindle. No dependencies.
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RAnki
Tool
Minimal flashcard reviewer for Kindle, powered by the real Anki backend.
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StorageTool
Tool
Analyze, visualize, and organize your ebook collection to keep storage under control.
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Telnet for Kindle
Tool
Remote CLI access to your Kindle over a local network via Telnet.
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Resources & Utilities
Kindle Comic Converter
Resource
Convert manga and comics for e-ink with cleaner fullscreen output. No jailbreak needed.
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ReKindle
Utilities
A website that adds tons of apps and games designed for Kindle.
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Kindle File Manager
Tool
Manage Kindle files with Filebrowser or Syncthing using either KUAL or GUI.
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KindleKraft (Minecraft Server)
Utilities
Host a LAN Minecraft server (1.7–1.8) directly on your Kindle.
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ScreenControl
Utilities
View and control your Kindle screen from a browser, automate taps, and debug layouts over your local network.
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K2pdfopt
Utilities
Reformat PDF and DJVU files for better readability on Kindle-sized screens.
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Screensaver Image Resources
Resource
Sources for screensaver art: galleries, communities, and creator channels.
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Development
Kindle Modding Wiki
DevGuide
The official Kindle modding wiki with step-by-step jailbreaks and the most comprehensive guide to Kindle dev.
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Penguins' Kindle Wiki
Dev
Mesquite & WAFs and Illusion Guide — comprehensive reference for developing with the Mesquite web-app engine and Illusion framework.
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Illusion Framework
Dev
Build Kindle apps with HTML/CSS/JS using the Mesquite and Illusion toolchain.
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GNU Nano (HF)
Dev
Lightweight terminal editor for HF Kindles—run in KTerm or over SSH.
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KPM – Kindle Package Manager
Dev
On-device package manager. Browse, install, update, and manage Kindle mods without manual downloads.
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Textadept
DevHF Only
Fast HF Kindle text editor with GUI and terminal modes, Lua scripting, and syntax highlighting.
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Kindle Browser Patch
Dev
Remove browser download limits, enable file:// access, and pick a custom search engine.
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Informational
Set Up Custom Screensavers
Guide
KOReader walkthrough for rotating custom sleep screen art without touching system files.
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KUAL Overview
Guide
What is KUAL and why do I need it?
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Repair Guide
Guide
Diagnose whether your Kindle is truly bricked and follow restore steps.
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Parental Controls Reset
Guide
How to reset forgotten parental control passwords on your Kindle.
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Developing Your First KOReader Plugin
GuideDev
Learn to develop your first KOReader plugin using Lua.
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Jailbreaking on Mac
Guide
macOS-specific steps: USB driver setup and connection requirements before running jailbreak scripts.
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Application Error Popup
Guide
A scary error with a less scary meaning.
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Checking OTA Status (mip-wiki)
Guide
OTA blocking is one of the most important steps when jailbreaking — make sure you did it right.
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Disabling Crash Logs
Guide
Random files like "KPPMainApp" or "Mesquite" appearing on your home screen — what they are and how to stop them.
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Filling Storage to Prevent Updates
Guide
Fill your Kindle's storage during jailbreaking to prevent automatic firmware updates from closing the jailbreak window.
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Installing and Using USBNet(Lite)
Guide
Manage your Kindle over the network — install apps and manage files without USB.
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Installing KUAL with PEKI
Guide
PEKI is the modern replacement for MRPI when installing KUAL — fewer issues and works in more scenarios.
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KindleForge App Store (mip-wiki)
Guide
Overview of the KindleForge app store — install KUAL, KOReader, OTA checker, Alpine Linux, and more.
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Preserve Files on Deregister
Guide
Switch Amazon accounts without losing your jailbreak files — useful when you had to register a different account to jailbreak.
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Scriptlets and How to Use Them
Guide
Scriptlets are one of the most common ways to run apps on Kindle — what they are and how to use them.
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Toggling Bluetooth
Guide
Enable Bluetooth features on Kindles sold in non-Audible regions.
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Beta & Advanced
Other Cool Stuff
Beta
Untested or niche extras that do not yet have full standalone guides.
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