Paperback is an ad-free comic and manga reader app for Apple devices running iOS 13.4 and later or iPadOS 13.4 and later. It supports connecting to your own comic server like Komga as well as third-party extensions for additional content sources.
How to Use Paperback iOS
Installation
You can install Paperback through the App Store, TestFlight, or third party stores like AltStore. See the installation guide for details.
If you are a Patreon supporter, you will get access to beta builds with additional features. See the Patreon installation guide for more info.
Add Content
To add content sources, you need to install extensions. Extensions add online manga sources, local storage sources, or tracking capabilities. See the extension development intro for more details.
Popular extensions like MangaDex, Mangasee, and AniList are available. See the default extensions for a full list.
To install an extension:
- Open the Extensions tab
- Tap the plus icon
- Search for or enter the extension URL
- Tap install
The source will now show up in your library.
How to Read Manga on Paperback iOS App
To start reading:
- Open the Library tab
- Select a source
- Browse and select a manga series
- Tap the cover to open it
Key Reading Features
- Swipe or tap the screen to turn pages
- Pinch to zoom images
- Tap the top for reader options like themes, reading direction etc
- Long press on a chapter to download for offline reading
Advanced Features
Paperback has many advanced features for power users:
- Backup and sync your library across devices via iCloud
- Create custom collections and categories
- Set reading goals and track reading stats
- Automatic reading tracking with list updates
- Customize the reader display with themes
- Robust reader options like crop borders, reading direction etc
- Extensive developer options like a script console and debug tools
See the Paperback features list for more details.
Support
If you need help using Paperback, check the following:
The Discord has sections dedicated to helping new users, discussing the app, and reporting issues.
Conclusion
Paperback makes reading manga and comics on iOS a pleasure. With robust reader options, extension support, automatic tracking, and advanced management features, it is one of the most powerful reading apps available. The active development and user community ensure it will continue improving.