How to Fix Application Error on Kindle

Kindle Paperwhite is one of the most popular e-reader devices. Application error on Kindle typically crops up when the users try to return to the home screen. If your Kindle device is responding slowly and frequently shows an application error, then read on and learn how to fix the issue.    

Power Cycling

Follow these steps:

1. Tap and hold the power button of your device.
2. You need to wait until the power dialog box pops up, and your screen goes black.
3. Now continuously hold the power button for the next 40 seconds and then release the button.
4. Leave your device for 5-10 minutes.
5. Tap and hold the power button again to turn on your device.
6. After the above process, you need to check if the application error is fixed.

Update Kindle Software

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Select Settings on the home screen.
2. Click on the three-dots and then click “Device Info.”
3. Note the Kindle software version.
4. Now move to the “Kindle Software Updates page” on your desktop.
5. Download the current version of Kindle software.

Manually Update Kindle Paperwhite

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Connect your Kindle to your desktop.
2. Navigate to the download software window.
3. Remove the drive when the transfer process is finished.
4. Now click “Menu” on your Kindle device.
5. Click “Settings.”
6. Select “Menu” and then click “Update your Kindle.”
7. Select “OK” to start the procedure.

Allow the device to get updated. Once the updates are installed, your device will get rebooted.

Reset Factory Mode

Factory restarting will erase entire data from the internal memory. So remember to take a backup of your data before you get started.

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Press on the “Settings”
2. Select “Menu.”
3. Click “Reset Device.”
4. Click “Yes” to confirm your selection.

After the above process, your Kindle will need a factory restart within 5 minutes. Remember to not turn on your device during the restart procedure. Once the restarting process completes, your device will automatically reboot.

After the above process, you need to re-register your Kindle on Amazon and then restore the backup.

Fix Kindle error by Deregistering

Here are the steps to follow:

1. First, you need to log in with the Amazon account.
2. Visit to “Manage your device and Content.”
3. Select “Device.”
4. Select the “Action” button.
5. Click “Deregister” to remove the Kindle device linked to your Amazon account.

Hopefully, by following the tips mentioned above, you will be able to fix the application error on your Kindle device.

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