Audiobooks - Revision history

Karellen at 00:26, 2 July 2025

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	= Known Issues =		= Known Issues =
	; 1. Embedded chapters have been renamed but Kodi does not display the new chapter names.		; 1. Embedded chapters have been renamed but Kodi does not display the new chapter names.
	: When using m4b files there have been cases of some audiobooks ~~having~~ two sets of chapter marks embedded in the file. {{Kodi}} will read the first set of chapter markers, but some popular tagging software like mp3tag will only read the second set of chapter marks, so it becomes impossible to edit the first set of chapters. The cause of the this is unknown. The only solution we are aware of is to reencode the file to mka using MKVToolNix. This keeps the first set of chapter marks and clears out the second set. Then use the chapter editor in MKVToolNix to edit the chapter names.		: When using m4b files there have been cases of some audiobooks with two sets of chapter marks embedded in the file. {{Kodi}} will read the first set of chapter markers, but some popular tagging software like mp3tag will only read the second set of chapter marks, so it becomes impossible to edit the first set of chapters. Running the file through [https://mediaarea.net/en/MediaInfo MediaInfo] will reveal in the resulting report if two sets of chapter markers are embedded in the file as ''Menu #1'' and ''Menu #2''
			: The cause of the this is unknown. The only solution we are aware of is to reencode the file to mka using MKVToolNix. This keeps the first set of chapter marks and clears out the second set. Then use the chapter editor in MKVToolNix to edit the chapter names.

Karellen at 00:07, 2 July 2025

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	*'''Important: Once the book is complete, it will need to be re-tagged using MP3Tag or similar tagging software.'''		*'''Important: Once the book is complete, it will need to be re-tagged using MP3Tag or similar tagging software.'''



			= Known Issues =
			; 1. Embedded chapters have been renamed but Kodi does not display the new chapter names.
			: When using m4b files there have been cases of some audiobooks having two sets of chapter marks embedded in the file. {{Kodi}} will read the first set of chapter markers, but some popular tagging software like mp3tag will only read the second set of chapter marks, so it becomes impossible to edit the first set of chapters. The cause of the this is unknown. The only solution we are aware of is to reencode the file to mka using MKVToolNix. This keeps the first set of chapter marks and clears out the second set. Then use the chapter editor in MKVToolNix to edit the chapter names.

Karellen: v21 Updates

2024-05-19T04:54:58Z

v21 Updates

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	The books can be used in Files Mode or can be scanned and scraped into the library along with their Authors. With a suitable skin that allows menu customisation, audiobooks can be separated from your traditional music library using '''[[Custom home items]]'''.		The books can be used in Files Mode or can be scanned and scraped into the library along with their Authors. With a suitable skin that allows menu customisation, audiobooks can be separated from your traditional music library using '''[[Custom home items]]'''.

	If your audiobooks use a different extension like .mp3, .wav or .flac, they can still be played in Kodi, but they will not display chapters nor save resume points, as these formats are not true audiobook formats. If you would like to convert your audiobooks see the ''Converting Audiobooks'' section at the end of this wiki page.		If your audiobooks use a different extension like .mp3, .wav or .flac, they can still be played in Kodi, but they will not display chapters nor save resume points, as these formats are not considered true audiobook formats. If you would like to convert your audiobooks to a compatible format, see the ''Converting Audiobooks'' section at the end of this wiki page.


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Karellen: Updated for v20

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Updated for v20

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Karellen: Updated for v19

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	It is strongly recommended that Audiobooks be separated into their own Source folder and not mixed in with your traditional music albums.		It is strongly recommended that Audiobooks be separated into their own Source folder and not mixed in with your traditional music albums.

	~~If using~~ the [[Artist information folder]]~~, the Authors must be saved in the Artist Information Folder along with your other music artists as only one Artist Information Folder can be used~~.		Just like music artists, the authors are added to the [[Artist information folder]].



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Karellen at 06:56, 9 June 2019

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	Audiobooks are treated in the same manner as any other music file and can be scanned and scraped into the library.		Audiobooks are treated in the same manner as any other music file and can be scanned and scraped into the library.

	MusicBrainz ~~will not~~ have information ~~for~~ the ~~Audiobook nor the Author. You will~~ be required to manually tag your audiobooks, and create an '''''artist.nfo''''' file for the author.		MusicBrainz does have some author and audiobook information, but there is always the possibility that your author and audiobooks are not listed, so you may be required to manually tag your audiobooks, and create an '''''artist.nfo''''' file for the author. You should also consider adding them to MusicBrainz.

	Authors should have their own folder in the '''[[Artist information folder]]'''		Authors should have their own folder in the '''[[Artist information folder]]'''

Karellen at 00:54, 20 May 2019

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Karellen at 05:13, 11 April 2019

2019-04-11T05:13:25Z

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	File:MKVToolNix03.jpg\|Image 3- Modifying chapters if required		File:MKVToolNix03.jpg\|Image 3- Modifying chapters if required
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			*'''Important: Once the book is complete, it will need to be re-tagged using MP3Tag or similar tagging software.'''

Karellen: Added Converting Audiobooks

2019-04-11T05:01:51Z

Added Converting Audiobooks

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
	<section begin="intro" />Audiobooks using the '''.m4b''' or '''.mka''' format are natively handled in {{kodi}} without the need for additional add-ons or special setup.<section end="intro" />		<section begin="intro" />Audiobooks using the '''.m4b''' or '''.mka''' format and contain '''two or more chapters''' are natively handled in {{kodi}} without the need for additional add-ons or special setup.<section end="intro" />

	The books can be used in Files Mode or can be scanned and scraped into the library along with their Authors. With a suitable skin that allows menu customisation, audiobooks can be separated from your traditional music library using '''[[Custom home items]]'''.		The books can be used in Files Mode or can be scanned and scraped into the library along with their Authors. With a suitable skin that allows menu customisation, audiobooks can be separated from your traditional music library using '''[[Custom home items]]'''.

	If your audiobooks use a different extension like .mp3, .wav or .flac, they can still be played in Kodi, but they will not display chapters nor save resume points, as these formats are not true audiobook formats.		If your audiobooks use a different extension like .mp3, .wav or .flac, they can still be played in Kodi, but they will not display chapters nor save resume points, as these formats are not true audiobook formats. If you would like to convert your audiobooks see the ''Converting Audiobooks'' section at the end of this wiki page.



	= Setup =		= Setup =
	It is strongly recommended that Audiobooks be separated into their own Source folder and not mixed in with your traditional music albums. If using the [[Artist information folder]], the Authors must be saved with ~~the~~ other music artists as only one Artist Information Folder can be used.		It is strongly recommended that Audiobooks be separated into their own Source folder and not mixed in with your traditional music albums.

			If using the [[Artist information folder]], the Authors must be saved in the Artist Information Folder along with your other music artists as only one Artist Information Folder can be used.


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	{{Kodi}} will record the playcount of the audiobook when all chapters of the audiobook have been played to the end.		{{Kodi}} will record the playcount of the audiobook when all chapters of the audiobook have been played to the end.

	Playing only the final chapter to the end will not ~~increase~~ the ~~playcount~~.		Playing only the final chapter to the end will not set a playcount.



			= Converting Audiobooks =
			This guide is a quick and easy method to create audiobooks in the '''mka''' format with the required chapters. Chapters are placed at equal time intervals and may not align with natural pauses in the story. Modifying chapter names and locations can be performed later.

			*Download and install MKVToolNix... https://mkvtoolnix.download/
			*Follow the steps in the images below:

			<gallery mode="packed" widths="350px" heights="200px">
			File:MKVToolNix01.jpg\|Image 1- Adding and setting up conversion
			File:MKVToolNix02.jpg\|Image 2- Adding chapters and creating new audiobook
			File:MKVToolNix03.jpg\|Image 3- Modifying chapters if required
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Karellen: First creation

2019-04-04T02:24:05Z

First creation

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= Introduction =
<section begin="intro" />Audiobooks using the '''.m4b''' or '''.mka''' format are natively handled in {{kodi}} without the need for additional add-ons or special setup.<section end="intro" />

The books can be used in Files Mode or can be scanned and scraped into the library along with their Authors. With a suitable skin that allows menu customisation, audiobooks can be separated from your traditional music library using '''[[Custom home items]]'''.

If your audiobooks use a different extension like .mp3, .wav or .flac, they can still be played in Kodi, but they will not display chapters nor save resume points, as these formats are not true audiobook formats.

= Setup =
It is strongly recommended that Audiobooks be separated into their own Source folder and not mixed in with your traditional music albums. If using the [[Artist information folder]], the Authors must be saved with the other music artists as only one Artist Information Folder can be used.

== File Mode ==
If you are using File Mode without scanning or scraping, the only setup required is to add the Audiobook Source.

In the following link complete steps 1 - 6 and answer '''No''' in step 6
;''See:'' [[Adding_music_to_the_library#Initial_Set_Source_.26_Scan|Add Source]]

== Library Mode ==
Audiobooks are treated in the same manner as any other music file and can be scanned and scraped into the library.

MusicBrainz will not have information for the Audiobook nor the Author. You will be required to manually tag your audiobooks, and create an '''''artist.nfo''''' file for the author.

Authors should have their own folder in the '''[[Artist information folder]]'''
;''See:'' [[HOW-TO:Create_Music_Library|Setting up Music Library]]

= Usage =
Audiobooks follow the same conventions as Music
;''See:'' [[Music navigation]]

== Resume Points ==
Resume points are created for audiobooks using the '''.m4b''' or '''.mka''' file format only.

The first Resume Point can be created anytime after the play time of the first chapter is greater than 3 minutes. Subesequent chapters in the book do not have this requirement.

[[File:Audiobooks05.jpg|500px|left]]
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To Resume listening, select a chapter (any chapter) to play. You will be offered a choice as shown in the image.
: '''Play'''- Commence playback of the selected chapter from the start
: '''Resume from...''' - Commence playback from the resume point, which may be in a different chapter to the one selected.

== Play Counts ==
{{Kodi}} will record the playcount of the audiobook when all chapters of the audiobook have been played to the end.

Playing only the final chapter to the end will not increase the playcount.

= Images =
<gallery mode="packed" widths="350px" heights="200px">
File:Audiobooks01.jpg|Image 1- Audiobooks added to Music library
File:Audiobooks02.jpg|Image 2- Audiobooks separated from traditional Music
File:Audiobooks03.jpg|Image 3- List of Audiobooks
File:Audiobooks04.jpg|Image 4- Chapter view of audiobook (using AeonNox:Silvo)
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= References =
https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/pull/11147

https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/pull/15227

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[[Category:FAQ]]
[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Guides]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:First time user]]
[[Category:Music library]]
[[Category:Advanced topics]]
[[Category:Quick Start Guide]]