Getting HTML files onto your iPad or e-reader
You have a pile of HTM files and you want to read them on an iPad, iPhone or Sony Reader without squinting at a browser. Those devices want EPUB, and HTM to iTouch Converter from VeryDOC turns your HTM files into EPUB eBooks.
Quick facts
- Input: HTML (.htm, .html)
- Output: standard ePub (.epub)
- Platforms: Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP/Vista/7, 32-bit and 64-bit
- Price: $19.95 for a personal license. A site license is $99.95 and a business license is $199.95.
Key features
Drag, drop and convert in one step
You drag your HTM files into the application and click Convert. There isn't much else to set up.
Batch conversion of any number of files
You can convert any number of HTM files at one time, which saves effort when you have a whole folder of pages.
Original text, images, links and layout kept
The converter preserves the text, graphics, images, hyperlinks and layout of the source pages.
Your own cover, title and author
You can edit the eBook's name and author. You can also pick an image to use as the cover.
Multi-language HTM content
The vendor lists support for English, French, Spanish, Japanese, German and Simplified and Traditional Chinese, among others.
Who it's for
It suits you if you keep documentation, saved web pages or HTML-based manuals and want them on an iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Sony Reader or another EPUB-compatible reader.
Pros and cons
- Pro: simple drag-and-drop workflow with batch support.
- Pro: cover and metadata editing.
- Pro: low-cost personal license.
- Con: it is a Windows-only desktop program.
- Con: it outputs EPUB only.
- Con: commercial use needs the pricier business license.
FAQs
What format does it produce?
Standard EPUB files that open on EPUB-compatible readers.
Can I convert many files at once?
Yes. Batch conversion is supported.
Can I change the author and title?
Yes. You can edit the name and author, and choose a cover image.
Which license do I need for work?
The vendor says businesses need a Business License for each copy. The personal license is for personal use only.
System requirements
Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP, Vista and 7, in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.