Research Guides: Ebooks: Viewing & Downloading Ebooks

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Access Options

UT Library has access to ebooks through a number of databases and providers. However, the majority come from two main sources: Proquest Ebook Central and EBSCO Ebook Collection. If you are having trouble with either of these, please use the walkthroughs listed below. If you are having trouble with any other access option, please contact Research Assistance.

EBSCO Ebook Collection Help
This is a guide created by EbscoHost on how to use their Ebook viewer. Includes online viewing, downloading and mobile use.
Proquest Ebook Central Quick Start Guide
This is the quick start guide for ebook central. It covers the basics. For more specific questions, use the keyword search at the top of the page to search all support pages. Also note the bottom of the page has further resources, such as youtube tutorials.
Proquest Ebook Central User Guide
A more in depth look at Ebook Central than the Quick Start Guide. Includes more detailed explanations and instructions through the features available in Ebook Central.

Downloading

Downloading an ebook can be a bit of a hassle. In most cases, we suggest online viewing if possible. If you need to download an ebook for offline viewing, please be aware of the following:

You may need to create an account with the Ebook provider. For example, EBSCOhost will ask you to sign in or create an account on their site to download one of their items. This is not tied to your library account and the library will not be able to assist you with most issues tied to it.
You may be asked to download Adobe Digital Editions. This is a free program that is separate from Adobe Reader.
Your download will normally function like "checking out" the book. There will be a limit on how long the download is available to you.

Please see the links below for walkthroughs on how to download an ebook from each of our providers.

Adobe Digital Editions

Adobe Digital Editions
Ebook readers often require the use of Adobe Digital Editions to download a copy. You can find the link to download here.

Please note that once the loan period has expired for your ebook, you will no longer have access to notes, highlights, and bookmarks in Adobe Digital Editions. They expire along with the ebook and are irretrievable.