E-Magazine Frequently Asked Questions
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- How do I access the magazines?
- How do I read the magazines?
- What is Zinio Reader 4?
- Is there a Zinio Reader 4 app?
- How do I know that a new issue of my chosen magazine is available?
- Can I see back issues?
- Why have I been asked to pay for a magazine?
How do I access the magazines?
Two accounts must be created initially - a Library Collection Account which verifies that you are a library customer and so can see our range of magazines. Then a Zinio Account so that you can read and manage your magazine library. A little fiddly to start with, but only needs to be done once.
- Firstly log in on the Virtual Library then follow the link E-magazines from Zinio
- Click 'Create New Account'
- Fill out form and Click 'Create New Accout'
- To checkout a magazine to your Zinio account, simply click on the magazine of your choice.
- Click 'Checkout'
- Click 'Start Reading'
- Fill out form with your details
- Click 'Register'
- Click the magazine again to start reading.
How do I read my magazines?
Many of the magazine publishers have dictated that a piece of software called Reader4 is used, this enables you to download the magazine and read it offline. I would recommend that you download this software and use it for all magazines - it is a lovely interface to view the magazines in.
What is Zinio Reader 4?
This is an app that enables you to manage and read your magazines, some Android tablets come with the software as standard.
Download it by clicking on the magazine cover and choosing
the option to download - this will take you to a Zinio page - click on the box to
download. You will be asked to also download Adobe Air - please do so.
N.B: Be aware that your
computer may display messages asking permission to download this software.
Once downloaded you can log in using your Zinio Account login and see your library, add to it and view the incredible magazines.
Is there a Zinio Reader 4 App?
Yes there is for all devices - there is a link on the Zinio webpage to download the app or you can find it on iTunes or Play store.
How do I know that a new issue of my chosen magazine is available?
You will receive an e-mail, whether you have chosen to be informed of Zinio news or not, when a new issue is available for you.
Can I see back issues?
Yes, but only from the start of our subscription and for the length of our subscription. So issues from April onwards will be available to view, as long as we still subscribe to the service.
Why have I been asked to pay for a magazine?
When you are in the app or your Zinio Reading List you are within the commercial Zinio site, this means that if you use the Explore option you will see whole range of magazines that they sell. To get the free library magazines you have should click on the Return to Library Collection tab.
There are more FAQs on the E-Magazine site plus a instructional video, plus you can download the User Guide (pdf 1mb) here.
Page last updated: 24th February 2014