Handy Library - Book Organizer APK

Handy Library is more than just an app—it's your personal library assistant, designed to help book lovers, teachers, and small libraries manage their collections with ease. Whether you’re organizing a home library, classroom bookshelf, or a community lending system, Handy Library offers all the tools you need to keep your books in perfect order.

This app is not an eBook reader; instead, it’s built for cataloging and organizing physical books and other media like comics, CDs, and sheet music. With a clean interface and powerful features, Handy Library is your go-to digital librarian.

Efficient Cataloging

· Scan ISBNs for instant book data

· Add books manually or through online searches

· Customize entries with personal notes

Organized Shelving

· Create virtual shelves that match your physical setup

· Use tags or dedicated TBR (To Be Read) shelves to track reading plans

· Organize comics, mangas, and magazines too

Seamless Tracking

· Record which books are loaned out and to whom

· Set reminders for borrowed books

· Keep a history of books you've read or are currently reading

Powerful Management Tools

· Use advanced sorting and filtering options to browse your collection

· Access detailed stats about your library’s contents

· Export or import library data (ZIP, CSV, XLS) for backup or transfer

Rich Book Metadata

Handy Library pulls data from trusted sources including:

· Goodreads

· Amazon

· Google Books

· OpenLibrary

Share & Wishlist

· Share interesting titles with friends

· Maintain a wishlist of future reads

Free & Premium Access

· Free version: Manage up to 100 books

· Premium upgrade: One-time purchase unlocks unlimited access on any Android device linked to your Google account

Extended Utility

· Not just for books! Catalog DVDs, sheet music, CDs, and more

· Built-in tools for lending, wishlists, and backup make this a true all-in-one solution

Secure & Private

· All your data is stored locally

· Backup to Google Drive ensures you never lose your collection

FAQs

1. Is Handy Library an ebook reader?

No, Handy Library is a cataloging app designed for managing physical books and collections. It does not support ebook reading.

2. How many books can I add for free?

You can catalog up to 100 books for free. To manage more, you can upgrade to the premium version with a one-time purchase.

3. Can I use Handy Library for comics and CDs?

Yes! The app is great for cataloging various media including comics, mangas, CDs, DVDs, and sheet music.

4. Does the app require internet access?

You can use the app offline. However, some features like ISBN scanning or pulling book info from online databases will require an internet connection.

5. Can I share my library or export my book list?

Absolutely. Handy Library allows you to export your library in ZIP, CSV, or XLS formats for backup or sharing.

Version History

v2.8.0.50028 Dec, 2023

Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year 2024! New update 2.8.0.5 with a decorated user interface and minor bug fixes.

v2.8.0.3—16 Dec, 2023

Version 2.8.0.3:

- Remind users to back up when updating a lot of data.

- Fixed an issue where adding a new book from the search function did not allow for saving tags.

v2.8.0.1—14 Dec, 2023

Versión 2.8.0.1:

- Diseño mejorado de la interfaz de usuario para la pantalla de actualización,

- Interfaz de usuario decorada para Navidad.