Recover .CALIBRE Files Lost After a Sudden Power Loss and System Failure

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Recover .CALIBRE Files Lost After a Sudden Power Loss and System Failure

What is a .CALIBRE file?

Data file generated by Calibre eBook management software; written by the Calibre software onto an attached eReader device (e.g., Kindle, NOOK) when it is connected to the computer; contains information that helps Calibre manage eBook information on the device.

What Are Common Causes of ".CALIBRE" Files Lost or Failure?

There can be several common causes for ".CALIBRE" files being lost or experiencing failure. Some of these causes include:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".CALIBRE" files while organizing or cleaning up their storage devices.
  2. Software or hardware issues: Issues with the software or hardware used to store or access ".CALIBRE" files can lead to their loss or failure. This can include problems with the operating system, file system corruption, or hardware failure.
  3. Virus or malware attacks: Malicious software can infect and corrupt ".CALIBRE" files, leading to their loss or failure.
  4. Power outages or system crashes: Unexpected power outages or system crashes while working with ".CALIBRE" files can cause data loss or corruption.
  5. Improper file transfer or storage: If ".CALIBRE" files are not transferred or stored correctly, they can become corrupted or lost. This can happen due to errors during file transfer, improper ejection of storage devices, or using incompatible storage media.
  6. Human error: Users may accidentally overwrite or modify ".CALIBRE" files, leading to their loss or failure.
  7. Incompatibility issues: ".CALIBRE" files may fail to open or function properly if they are not compatible with the software or devices used to access them.
  8. Physical damage: Physical damage to storage devices, such as hard drives or memory cards, can result in the loss or failure of ".CALIBRE" files.

It is important to regularly back up ".CALIBRE" files to prevent their loss and to use reliable storage devices and software to minimize the risk of failure.

How to recover lost ".CALIBRE" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".CALIBRE" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".CALIBRE" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".CALIBRE" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".CALIBRE" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

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Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

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  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".CALIBRE" files, and select analysis type.

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  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

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  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

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  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".CALIBRE" extension?

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Programs that open ".CALIBRE" files

Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Additional Information

  • File type: Calibre Device Data File

  • File extension: .CALIBRE

  • Developer: Calibre

  • Category: Misc Files

  • Format: N/A

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

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Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • What are the different file formats supported by the .CALIBRE software?

    The .CALIBRE software supports various file formats, including:

    1. EPUB: Electronic Publication format widely used for eBooks.
    2. MOBI: Mobipocket eBook format primarily used by Amazon Kindle devices.
    3. AZW: Amazon's proprietary eBook format.
    4. PDF: Portable Document Format, commonly used for documents and eBooks.
    5. TXT: Plain text format.
    6. HTML: Hypertext Markup Language used for web pages.
    7. RTF: Rich Text Format, a document file format compatible with multiple software.
    8. DOCX: Microsoft Word document format.
    9. CBZ/CBR: Comic book archive formats for sequential image viewing.
    10. PRC: Mobipocket eBook format used by older Kindle devices.
    11. LRF: Sony's proprietary eBook format.
    12. LIT: Microsoft Reader eBook format (no longer widely used).
    13. SNB: Shanda Bambook eBook format (primarily used in China).
    14. PML: Palm Markup Language used for Palm Pilot devices (rarely used).
    15. RB: Rocket eBook format (obsolete).
    16. DJVU: Image compression technology primarily used for scanned documents.
    17. ODT: Open Document Text format used by LibreOffice and OpenOffice.
    18. PDB: PalmDOC eBook format used by Palm Pilot devices (rarely used).
    19. TCR: Psion eBook format (rarely used).

    These are some of the commonly supported file formats, but .CALIBRE also has the ability to convert between different formats, allowing users to convert files to their desired format.

  • How can I convert a file to a .CALIBRE format?

    To convert a file to the .CALIBRE format, you can follow these steps:

    1. Install Calibre: Firstly, make sure you have Calibre installed on your computer. Calibre is a free and open-source e-book management tool that supports various formats, including .CALIBRE.
    2. Open Calibre: Launch the Calibre application on your computer.
    3. Add the file: Click on the "Add books" button in the top-left corner of the Calibre window. Select the file you want to convert from its current format to .CALIBRE.
    4. Edit metadata (optional): If you want to modify the book's metadata, such as title, author, cover image, etc., you can do so by right-clicking on the book in Calibre's library and selecting "Edit metadata."
    5. Convert the file: Once you have added the book to Calibre, select it in the library view. Then, click on the "Convert books" button in the top menu.
    6. Choose output format: In the conversion window, select the output format as .CALIBRE. To do this, click on the "Output format" dropdown menu and search for ".CALIBRE" or ".cbz" format. Select it as the desired output format.
    7. Start the conversion: Click on the "OK" button to start the conversion process. Calibre will convert the file to the .CALIBRE format.
    8. Locate the converted file: Once the conversion is complete, Calibre will display a notification. You can find the converted .CALIBRE file by right-clicking on the book in Calibre's library and selecting "Open containing folder" or by checking the "Path" column in the library view.

    That's it! You have successfully converted a file to the .CALIBRE format using Calibre.

  • Are there any limitations or compatibility issues when using .CALIBRE formats with other software or devices?

    The .calibre format is not a widely recognized or commonly used format. It is specific to the Calibre software, which is an e-book management tool. Therefore, there may be limitations or compatibility issues when using .calibre formats with other software or devices.

    Here are a few potential limitations or compatibility issues:

    1. Limited software support: Many e-book readers or software may not support the .calibre format directly. They usually support more standard e-book formats like EPUB or MOBI.
    2. Conversion required: If you want to use .calibre files with other software or devices, you may need to convert them to a more widely supported format. Calibre itself provides conversion options to convert .calibre files to other formats.
    3. Loss of features: When converting .calibre files to other formats, some features specific to the .calibre format may be lost. This can include custom formatting, embedded metadata, or specific layout settings.
    4. Incompatibility with DRM: If the .calibre files have Digital Rights Management (DRM) protection, they may not be compatible with other software or devices that do not support that specific DRM scheme.

    It's always recommended to check the compatibility of the software or device you intend to use with .calibre files and consider converting them to a more widely supported format if necessary.

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