We transfer files to USB mostly for the convenience to carry the files with us. If you go travel or have a business trip, bringing a USB can help you bring the files anywhere. Another purpose is to save your files offline. These files can also be multimedia files, such as videos, songs, or audiobooks. However, if your audiobooks are from Audible, things become difficult.
Part 1. Can You Download Audible Books to USB?
Yes, you can but not directly. If you're trying to save Audible books to a USB drive, it's important to understand how it works, especially since the Audible app for Windows and Mac is no longer available. When you download Audible books, they come in AAX or AA format and are designed for Audible's app and compatible media players like iTunes. If you're using your USB drive for backup or to transfer books to another computer that supports Audible's format, you should have no trouble.
However, DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection can limit your options. This protection means that Audible books cannot be directly shared or played on most non-Audible devices, such as your car's audio system or a TV. If you plug the USB drive into these devices, the files may not be recognized or playable.
To solve this, you can use a tool like ViWizard Audible AA/AAX Converter. This software removes DRM protection and converts your audiobooks into a more universal format like MP3. With the DRM removed, your books will be playable on almost any device, making your USB drive a much more versatile option.
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Part 2. How to Save Audible Books to USB
So now you know the basics of saving Audible books to a USB drive, it's time to dive into the actual process. Whether you want to export Audible books directly or convert them for broader use, you'll need to handle files in AA (Audible Audio) or AAX (Audible Enhanced Audiobook) formats. If you haven't downloaded these files yet, follow the steps in Option 1 below to get them from the Audible website.
Preparation:
Before we download Audible books to USB, here are a few general requirements you will need.
- A Windows, macOS, or Linux computer.
- A USB drive with enough storage space.
- An Audible account with audiobooks that you have purchased.
Option 1: Using Audible Desktop Site (Protected with DRM)
Step 1. Open your web browser and go to the Audible website. Sign in with your account details.
Step 2. Navigate to your library to see a list of your purchased audiobooks.
Step 3. Locate the book you want to save. Click on the "Download" button next to the book. This will download the file in the AAX format, which is the current format used by Audible.
Note: AA format is older and may not be available for newer books.
Step 4. Once the download is complete, find the file on your computer. It will usually be in the default download folder or a specific Audible folder.
Step 5. Insert your USB drive into your computer. Open the USB drive folder and drag the downloaded Audible files into it.
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Option 2: Using OpenAudible
OpenAudible is a program for managing your Audible audiobook library, including downloading purchased books and converting them to common audio formats such as MP3 and M4B.
One of the strengths of OpenAudible is that it's widely compatible with Windows, macOs, and Linux, so you can find the download buttons on their website no matter what system you're using. OpenAudible removes the DRM locks that come with Audible audiobooks, so you can put your audiobooks on a USB flash drive after conversion.
Step 1. Launch OpenAudible on your computer
Step 2. Click Controls > Connect to Audible to log in to your Audible account.
Step 3. After logging in, OpenAudible will auto-sync your Audible library.
Step 4. If your library titles didn't show up, click File > Import Books to import the AA/AAX Audible audiobooks.
Step 5. Righe-click the audiobook you want to convert and choose Convert to MP3 (or M4B).
Step 6. After the conversion is finished, right-click the book title again and choose Show MP3. Now you will see the converted MP3 audiobook saved to a local folder on your computer.
Step 7. Insert the USB flash drive into your computer and drag and drop the MP3 Audible file to the desired location on the USB.
Option 3: Using ViWizard Audible Converter (Recommended)
Although OpenAudible is an excellent program to download Audible books, it is a paid product and its interface is not very friendly, which may take time to learn to use for some users. In this regard, ViWizard Audible AA/AAX Converter might be a better choice to save Audible books to USB sticks.
ViWizard Audible Converter is designed to transform AA and AAX format audiobooks into more universally compatible formats, such as MP3, AAC, FLAC, M4A, M4B, etc. This software not only removes DRM protection but also converts your audiobooks into formats that can be effortlessly played on various devices and easily copied to your USB flash drive.
Moreover, ViWizard Audible Converter maintains 100% lossless audio quality, allowing you to fully appreciate the richness of the narration. The tool also features an impressive conversion speed - up to 100 times faster - so you can get your audiobooks ready in no time.
Key Features of ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter
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- Convert Audible audiobook to unprotected audio formats like MP3
- Split Audible book into several smaller segments by chapter or by time
- Support playing Audible audiobooks on any device or media player
- Handle the conversion of Audible audiobooks up to 100× faster speed
Step 1Download and Import Audible Books to ViWizard
Download Audible books you want to save to USB beforehand. Install and launch ViWizard Audible Converter on your computer. Now you can see the main interface of ViWizard, and you can click the Add Files icon to add audiobooks to the converter or directly drag and drop them to the main interface. ViWizard also support converting batch of audiobook files once.
Step 2Change Output Settings
Open the Format panel and change the output settings according to your needs to put Audible on USB stick and more devices. You can change the output format to MP3, which is a relatively common format for all kinds of devices. Except for the format, you also can customize the audio codec, channel, sample rate, and bit rate in this panel. The Effect button on the interface can help you adjust the volume, speed, and pitch of the audiobooks. The Edit button is where you can choose to split your audiobooks or to edit the tag of audiobooks.
Step 3Convert AA and AAX to Common Format
Hit the Convert button and the converter will do its job, converting Audible audiobooks from AA and AAX files to the format you choose without protection anymore. This step is essential for putting audiobooks on flash drive. When the job is done, you can click the Converted button to find your converted files.
Part 3. How to Put Audible Books on USB
Before transferring your converted audiobooks to a USB drive, it's crucial to prepare the drive for use. Consider formatting it using the FAT32 or exFAT file system to prevent any potential compatibility issues in the future. After that, you can put converted Audible audiobooks on USB by following the steps below for Windows as well as Mac computers.
On Windows:
- Insert the USB drive into your Windows computer.
- Open File Explorer.
- Locate the folder where you save the converted Audible files.
- Right-click on the file and choose Copy.
- Navigate to your USB drive in File Explorer.
- Right-click in an empty area within the USB drive window and choose Paste.
- Wait for the files to finish copying to the USB drive,
- Once complete, right-click the USB icon in the system tray and choose Eject.
On macOS:
- Insert the USB drive into your Mac computer.
- Open Finder.
- Locate the folder where the audiobook files are saved.
- Select the audio files and drag them from the Finder window to the icon of your USB drive in the Finder sidebar.
- Wait for the copying process to finish.
- Once the transfer is complete, dragging the USB drive icon to the Trash icon located in your Dock.
Part 4. How to Play Audible Books through USB
After downloading Audible books to a USB flash drive, you may be wondering "how to play Audible on USB drive in car, TV, and other more devices?" This part is just for you. We'll give you a quick guide to playing Audible in your car and on your TV, along with some detailed guides for specific popular cars and TVs.
In simple terms the workflow is to insert your USB flash drive into the USB port of various devices, such as a laptop, desktop, computer, portable media player, or any other compatible device. Access your audiobook files and start listening using the device's built-in media player or audiobook app.
1. In Your Car:
- Plug your USB flash drive into your car's USB port.
- Utilize your car's audio system controls to locate your USB drive and select the audiobook you wish to listen to.
- Navigate through your audiobook collection on the drive and enjoy your listening experience.
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💡 See Also: How to Listen to Audible on Apple CarPlay
💡 See Also: How to Play Audible on Android Auto while Driving
2. On Your TV:
- Insert the USB flash drive into a USB port on your smart TV or a compatible media player.
- Use your TV remote to access the USB drive in the TV's media menu.
- Choose the audiobook you'd like to enjoy, press play, and immerse yourself in the story.
💡 See Also: How to Play Audible on Google TV
💡 See Also: 2 Easy Methods to Play Audible Books on Samsung TV
💡 See Also: How to Play Audible Audiobooks on Roku Devices
Conclusion
This article shows you how to save Audible audiobooks to a USB flash drive and offers 3 ways to do it. For the simplest and fastest method, ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter is a reliable choice. It not only converts Audible audiobooks to DRM-free formats, but also provides various audio formats to your liking. After the conversion, the Audible files can be transferred to the USB drive without hassle. And you can also play the Audible books on other devices easily.
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Adam Gorden, the digital media specialist at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing the best solutions for digital media management, including audio and video conversion, file optimization, and media workflow enhancements.
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