Reader Display Troubleshooting Guide

Having trouble with the reader? This guide covers common issues with translations, display, and navigation.

Translation not loading

If a chapter shows a blank page or loading spinner:

• Check your connection — The translation streams from the server. A dropped connection stops the stream.
• Refresh the page — Reloading usually resumes or restarts the translation.
• Check credits — If you're out of credits, new translations won't start. Check your quota badge on the dashboard.

Translation quality is poor

Some chapters may produce lower-quality translations due to:

• Unusual formatting in the source text
• Heavy use of slang or dialects
• Very short or very long chapters

Fix:

• Use the feedback button in the reader's floating action panel to report specific issues (select a category and add details)
• Use the like/dislike buttons to vote on translation quality
• Try re-translating the chapter — results can vary
• Review the novel's terminology entries and submit feedback if a key term is being handled poorly

Text display issues

Text too small or too large

Adjust font size in the reader settings (reader's floating action panel → Settings):

• Range: 14px to 28px
• Default: 18px

Lines too close together or too far apart

Adjust line height in settings:

• Range: 1.4 to 2.3
• Default: 1.8

Content too wide or too narrow

Adjust content width in settings:

• Range: 560px to 920px
• Default: 720px

Chapter navigation issues

Can't go to next/previous chapter:

• You may be at the first or last translated chapter
• Check the chapter drawer to see which chapters are available

Chapter drawer not opening:

• Click the Chapters button in the reader's floating action panel

Wrong chapter loading:

• Check the chapter list in the drawer for correct ordering
• The source novel's chapter numbering may not match NovelHub's ordering

Reading progress not syncing

Reading progress syncs across devices when you're signed in. If it's not working:

• Make sure you're signed in to the same account on both devices
• Check your internet connection
• Progress saves periodically — wait a moment and check again

Theme not applying

If the theme doesn't switch:

• Try switching via Settings → Appearance
• Or use the command palette and type "theme"
• Clear your browser cache if the issue persists

Still stuck?

If none of these solve your problem:

• Check FAQ for more answers