MLOL Reader

MLOL Reader is the official mobile application for the MediaLibraryOnLine (MLOL) platform, a premier digital lending service for public, academic, and school libraries. This app transforms your device into a gateway for borrowing and reading a vast collection of ebooks. Users simply log in with their library credentials to instantly access hundreds of thousands of titles. The MLOL Reader app supports both EPUB and PDF formats, making it an essential tool for any library patron who wants to read on the go.

Accessing the Vast MLOL Digital Catalogs

To begin using MLOL Reader, you first log in with the credentials provided by your participating library. This single sign-on connects you directly to the extensive MLOL, MLOL Plus, and MLOL Scuola digital catalogs. From the app's search interface, you can browse or search for specific titles, authors, or subjects across this aggregated collection. Once you find a desired ebook, you can borrow it with a single tap. This process centralizes your library’s digital offerings, allowing you to manage loans and holds directly from your mobile device, ensuring your next read is always available.

Reading EPUB and PDF Ebooks with Ease

After borrowing a book, MLOL Reader opens it in a dedicated reading view. The app provides a clean, customizable interface for navigating your ebook. Users can adjust font size, style, and background color to suit their reading preference. For PDF documents, the app offers zoom and pan functionality for detailed viewing. The core action is turning pages, which is done through intuitive swipes or taps on the screen. MLOL Reader seamlessly handles both DRM-protected and DRM-free files, delivering a consistent and reliable reading experience for every format it supports.

Utilizing the Integrated Text-to-Speech Feature

A standout function within MLOL Reader is its built-in text-to-speech capability. While reading any ebook, a user can tap the screen to reveal the playback controls and press the play button. The app’s synthesis engine then begins reading the text aloud, highlighting words as it progresses. The software automatically handles pagination, seamlessly moving to the next page once the current one is finished without any user intervention. This hands-free auditory feature allows for consumption of books while commuting, exercising, or performing other tasks.

Applying Simplified Reading Mode Tools

MLOL Reader includes an accessibility-focused feature known as Simplified Reading Mode. This is activated during reading by tapping an icon resembling a magic wand. When enabled, the feature reformats the text on the screen to use a specialized, easy-to-read font and optimized spacing. This function is designed to assist readers who may experience visual stress or dyslexia, reducing barriers to comprehension. It is a non-permanent adjustment that can be toggled on and off at any point, allowing users to customize their experience dynamically based on their immediate needs.

Annotating, Highlighting, and Creating Bookmarks

For study or personal reference, MLOL Reader offers a full suite of annotation tools. As you read, you can long-press on text to select it and then choose to highlight it in a color of your choice or add a typed note. Placing a bookmark on any page is done with a simple tap on a bookmark icon. All these annotations are saved within the app and synced to your account. Furthermore, MLOL Reader allows you to export these notes, enabling you to compile and share your insights outside of the application for research or discussion purposes.

Managing Your Personal Loan Shelf

The MLOL Reader app serves as a personal dashboard for all your digital borrowing activity. The main screen typically displays your currently borrowed items, your list of holds, and your reading history. From here, you can open a book to continue reading or manage your loans by returning them early. The app will also provide alerts for when a hold becomes available or when a loan period is nearing its expiration. This organizational system ensures you never lose track of what you have borrowed and helps you plan your reading schedule efficiently.