• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Kindle Fire For Kid

  • Home
    • About
    • Privacy
    • Contact
  • How-to
    • How to use Quick Settings on Fire tablets?
    • How to take a screenshot on a Fire tablet without using any apps like a pro?
    • Everything about Fire OS 8
      • How to Use Dark Theme on Fire Tablets with Fire OS 8?
    • How to install Google Play Store on Amazon Fire Tablet: Fire 6, Fire 7, Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10?
    • How to Use Split Screen on Fire HD 10 (2019,2021), Fire HD 10 Plus, Fire HD 8 (2020, 2022), and Fire HD 8 Plus (2030, 2022)?
    • How to use the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?
      • How to use the 15 special keys and 11 keyboard shortcuts on the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?
    • The ultimate guide of USB-C fast charging on Fire HD 10 2019, Fire HD 8 2020, and later devcies
    • How to use the micro SD card on Fire HD 10 (9th,11th Gen), Fire HD 8 (8th,10th, 12th Gen) and Fire 7 (9th,12th Gen)?
    • How to sideload Android apps in Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HDX?
    • How to enable and access developer options on Amazon Fire tablet, and how to hide developer options again?
    • How to setup a Google account on Amazon Fire tablet?
  • Buyer’s Guide
    • Fire Tablet Buyer’s Guide 2022
    • What’s new in Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen) vs Fire HD 8 2022 (10th Gen)?
    • Fire 7 2022 vs Fire 7 2019: top 10 new features and improvements
    • Fire HD 10 Plus vs Fire HD 10 2021 vs Fire HD 10 2019
    • Fire HD 8 Plus (2020) vs Fire HD 8 2020 (10th Gen) vs Fire HD 8 2018 (8th Gen)
    • Fire HD 10 2019 (9th Gen): everything you need to know
    • Top 10 things you should know about new Kindle Fire HDX 7 and HDX 8.9

How-to Guides for Fire tablet

How-to Guides for Fire tablet

Get a new Fire tablet? These how-to guides are for you.

Set up a Fire tablet for your kids? these how-to guides will help you.

This page lists our how-to guides on using the Amazon Fire tablet or settings up the tablet for your kids. All guides are packed with detailed, step-by-step instructions so that anyone can follow them easily.

We mainly focus on frequently used features of the Fire tablet, instead of the “advanced” features, to help all types of users, from new to seasoned Amazon Fire tablet users.

Each guide is normally self-sustained and independent from others. It solves one problem or demonstrates one feature. So you can quickly find the solution you need. There are no “prerequisites” for any of the Fire tablet how-to guides.

Currently, the following devices are covered by the Fire tablet how-to guides:

  • Fire 7
  • Fire 7 Kids
  • Fire HD 8
  • Fire HD 8 Kids
  • Fire HD 8 Kids Pro
  • Fire HD 8 Plus
  • Fire HD 10
  • Fire HD 10 Kids
  • Fire HD 10 Kids Pro
  • Fire HD 10 Plus
  • Fire HDX (legacy)

We release and update these Fire tablet how-to guides after we test them or when there are some changes in the said feature.

So, the list will be updated regularly. You may check back later if you cannot find the guide you want. Alternatively, you can leave your question in the comment box below. We will try to help you answer the question. We may also speed up the release of the relevant guides.

Here is the list of the released and coming-soon how-to guides for Fire tablets.

Table of Contents hide
1) #12. How to Use Dark Theme on Fire Tablets with Fire OS 8?
2) #11. How to use quick settings on Fire tablets?
3) #10. Everything about Fire OS 8
4) #9. How to use the 15 special keys and 11 keyboard shortcuts on the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?
5) #8. How to use the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?
6) #7. How to use the split-screen mode (two apps side-by-side) on a Fire tablet?
7) #6. The ultimate guide to USB-C fast charging on Fire tablets
8) #5. How to use the micro SD card on Fire tablets with Fire OS 6, Fire OS 7, and Fire OS 8?
9) #4. How to sideload Android apps on a Fire tablet?
10) #3. How to install Google Play Store on Amazon Fire Tablet: Fire 6, Fire 7, Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10?
11) #2. How to take a screenshot on a Fire tablet without using any apps like a pro?
12) #1. How to enable developer options on Fire tablets?
13) Other Fire tablet guides

#12. How to Use Dark Theme on Fire Tablets with Fire OS 8?

With the release of Fire OS 8 on the 12th Gen Fire 7 (Fire 7 2022) and Fire HD 8 (Fire HD 8 2022), Dark theme on Fire tablets is now available in these devices and the coming 13th Gen Fire HD 10.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the advantages of the Dark Theme on Fire tablets, the difference between the Night Mode, Blue Shed, and Dark Theme, how to turn on/off the Dark Theme on Fire tablets with Fire OS 8, and how to schedule Dark theme on Fire tablets.

Read on to use and schedule Dark Theme on Fire Tablets.

#11. How to use quick settings on Fire tablets?

Quick Settings on Fire tablets lets you enable or disable some features instantly without going through the Settings app.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains what the Quick Settings on Fire tablets is, how to access the Quick Settings panel on a Fire tablet, the differences in Quick Settings among Fire OS 5, Fire OS 7, and Fire OS 8, and how to use and customize the Quick Setting buttons.

Read on to explore quick settings on Fire tablets.

#10. Everything about Fire OS 8

Fire OS 8 is the latest (2022) Operating System (OS) for Fire tablets. It was announced on May 18, 2022.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains everything you need to know about Fire OS 8: relation to Android versions, new features (and how to use them), supported devices, and about sideloading Google Play Store.

Read on to explore Fire OS 8 …

#9. How to use the 15 special keys and 11 keyboard shortcuts on the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?

The official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus) is one of the most useful accessories if you need to type a lot on the Fire HD 10 tablet. But some owners are confused about the 15 special keys and are not aware of the keyboard shortcuts that can improve their productivity greatly.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the meaning and usage of the 15 special keys on the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus). The available keyboard shortcuts are also explained to help you improve your productivity.

Read on to learn to use the 15 special keys and 11 keyboard shortcuts on the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus) …

#8. How to use the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus)?

With the release of the 11th Gen of Amazon Fire HD 10 (and Fire HD 10 Plus), Amazon introduced the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus).  The wireless keyboard cover is also part of the productivity bundle for Fire HD 10 2021.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the advantages (and disadvantages) of the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 (and Fire HD 10 Plus), how to attach and remove the wireless keyboard cover from Fire HD 10 2021, how to pair the wireless keyboard with Fire HD 10 2021, and how to use the official wireless keyboard on Fire HD 10 2021 and Fire HD Plus.

Read on to explore the features and usage of the official wireless keyboard for Amazon Fire HD 10 2021 …

#7. How to use the split-screen mode (two apps side-by-side) on a Fire tablet?

Split Screen is a new feature introduced in the 11th Gen of Fire HD 10 (2021) and Fire HD 10 Plus.  It allows you to use two apps side by side concurrently. It was ported to Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10 with Fire OS 7 and Fire OS 8.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains what Split Screen is, how to launch apps in the Split Screen mode, and how to manage and resize screen size for Split Screen on Fire tablets

Read on to use split-screen mode (two apps side-by-side) on your Fire tablet …

#6. The ultimate guide to USB-C fast charging on Fire tablets

The addition of a USB-C port on Fire HD 2021 (11th  Gen), Fire HD 10 Plus, Fire HD10 2019 (9th Gen), Fire HD 8 2020 (10th Gen), Fire HD 8 Plus, Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen) and Fire 7 2022 (12th Gen) makes these Fire tablets support 15W USB-C fast charging and be compatible with more USB accessories.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains what USB-C fast charging  (PD) is, how to use it to charge your Fire HD tablets faster, and known problems and caveats of using fast charging on Fire HD tablets.

Read on to try USB-C charging on 9th Gen and later Fire tablets …

#5. How to use the micro SD card on Fire tablets with Fire OS 6, Fire OS 7, and Fire OS 8?

With the release of Fire OS 6 on Fire HD 8 2018 (8th Gen) and Fire 7 2019 (9th Gen), and Fire OS 7 on Fire HD 10 2019 (9th Gen), you have the new option of using the micro SD card as the tablet (internal) storage (adoptable storage) to expand the internal storage on these 3 devices and newer devices with Fire OS 6/7/8.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the new option and the pros and cons of using the micro SD card as adoptable storage on Fire tablets. It also explains when you need to use the adoptable storage option or portable option, shows you how to use the micro SD card as internal storage, and how to manage the SD card on a Fire tablet.

Read on to learn to use a micro SD card on your Amazon Fire tablets …

#4. How to sideload Android apps on a Fire tablet?

You can sideload most Android apps on a Fire tablet.

This Fire tablet how-to guide demonstrates the steps of sideloading Android apps to a Fire tablet.

#3. How to install Google Play Store on Amazon Fire Tablet: Fire 6, Fire 7, Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10?

Although the Amazon Appstore and the pre-installed Amazon apps are sufficient for some owners, many users may need to install Google Play Store on the Amazon Fire tablet to get more value from their Fire 6, Fire 7, Fire HD 8 or Fire HD 10.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the steps of installing the Google Play Store on an Amazon Fire tablet and shows you how to download and install the 4 correct APK files for different versions of Fire OS.

Read on to learn to install Google Play Store on Amazon Fire tablets …

#2. How to take a screenshot on a Fire tablet without using any apps like a pro?

Taking screenshots on Kindle Fire tablets is really very easy and simple. You do not need any apps.

This Fire tablet how-to guide explains the two methods to easily take screenshots on a Fire tablet: the power button + the Volume down key method on all Fire tablets and using the power-off menu in Fire OS 7 and 8. The guide also shows you how to edit and share screenshots on Fire tablets.

Read on to try these two methods to take screenshots on Amazon Fire tablets.

#1. How to enable developer options on Fire tablets?

By default, the developer options on Amazon Fire tablet are hidden in Fire OS. But it is very easy to enable and access developer options on Amazon Fire tablet.

This Fire tablet how-to guide shows you how to enable and access developer options on the Amazon Fire tablet and how to disable and hide the developer options on the Amazon Fire tablet (after you enable them).

Read on to learn to enable and use the developer options on Fire tablets …

#12. How to use and customize the Dark Mode in Fire OS 8?

#13. How to use the native screen record on Fire OS 8?

#14. A definite guide for Amazon Kids+

#15. How to use parental controls on a Fire tablet?

#16. Understand and use Amazon Households and family library

#17. How to charge a Fire tablet battery?

#18. Ultimate guide on Amazon Prime Membership

#19. Kindle Unlimited vs Prime Reading

#20. A complete guide for Amazon Music

#21. Amazon Appstore tips and tricks

#21. How to use Fire Tools to customize your Fire tablet?

#22. How to use navigation buttons on a Fire tablet?

#23. How to customize the Library page on your Fire tablet?

#24. How to customizer Fire tablet Home screen?

#25. How to change the text size and icon size on Fire tablets?

#26. and many more …

Amazon Fire 7 tablet, 7” display, 16 GB, 10 hours battery life, light and portable for entertainment at home or on-the-go, (2022 release), Black
All-new Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8” HD Display, 32 GB, 30% faster processor, designed for portable entertainment, (2022 release), Black
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, latest model (2021 release), Black
Amazon Fire 7 tablet, 7” display, 16 GB, 10 hours battery life, light and portable for entertainment at home or on-the-go, (2022 release), Black
All-new Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8” HD Display, 32 GB, 30% faster processor, designed for portable entertainment, (2022 release), Black
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, latest model (2021 release), Black
-
-
-
$59.99
$99.99
$149.99
Buy on Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Amazon Fire 7 tablet, 7” display, 16 GB, 10 hours battery life, light and portable for entertainment at home or on-the-go, (2022 release), Black
Amazon Fire 7 tablet, 7” display, 16 GB, 10 hours battery life, light and portable for entertainment at home or on-the-go, (2022 release), Black
-
$59.99
Buy on Amazon
All-new Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8” HD Display, 32 GB, 30% faster processor, designed for portable entertainment, (2022 release), Black
All-new Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8” HD Display, 32 GB, 30% faster processor, designed for portable entertainment, (2022 release), Black
-
$99.99
Buy on Amazon
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, latest model (2021 release), Black
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, 10.1", 1080p Full HD, 32 GB, latest model (2021 release), Black
-
$149.99
Buy on Amazon

Other Fire tablet guides

In addition to the Fire tablet how-to guides, we also have a dedicated Fire tablet buying guides section to help you:

  • Decide whether you should get a Fire tablet or other devices.
  • Decide which Fire tablet is the right device for you.
  • Understand the differences among different devices and different versions (and generations).
  • Choose the proper accessories for your Fire tablet.

Do you have any questions about Fire tablet how-to guides?

If you have any questions about using your Fire tablet, please let us know in the comment box below. The community will try to help you.

Detailed information on how to use Google Play Store on Fire tablets can be found here.

Need advice on choosing a Fire tablet? Check the Fire Tablet Buyer’s Guide now.

You may also reach us via our Facebook page or the contact us form.

Share this:

  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter

Be the first one to get the update on Kindle Fire for Kids Guide? Get our free Newsletter Today!

Primary Sidebar

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • RSS Feed

Kindle Fire for Kid Guide (free newsletter)

RSS Galaxy S22 Guides

  • How to extract text from photos and images on Galaxy S22, S21, and S20?
  • A complete list of the new features of One UI 5.1 update for Galaxy S22, S21, and S20
  • How to use multiwindow on Galaxy S22, S21, and S20?
  • How to Use the Help Icon and Histogram for Pro Camera Mode in Android 13 (One UI 5) Update for Galaxy S22, S21, and S20?
  • How to customize the call background on Galaxy S22, S21, and S20 with the Android 13 update (One UI 5)?
  • How to Automatically Add and Customize Watermarks on Photos on Galaxy S22, S21, or S20 with the Android 13 update (One UI 5)?
  • The Definite Guide to Stack Widgets in One UI 5 on Galaxy S22, S21, and S20
  • Top 13 new features in One UI 5 update (Android 13 update) for Galaxy S22, S21, and S20
  • Master Galaxy S22 Lock Screen Settings
  • The complete guide to Home Screen panels on Galaxy S22

RSS Galaxy S21 Guides

  • Top 12 new features in Android 12 update for Galaxy S21, S20 and S10
  • Android 12 update vs One UI 4.0 vs One UI 4.1: update Galaxy S21, S20 and S10 to Android 12
  • How to set and resize photo size on Samsung Galaxy S21, S20, S10, and S9 without using any third-party apps?
  • How to Customize Galaxy S21 Home Screen?
  • Master Galaxy S21 Lock Screen Settings
  • How to use widgets on Galaxy S21?
  • How to Use and Customize Galaxy S21 Side Key?
  • How to hide Galaxy S21 password and PIN when typing?
  • How to power on, power off, and reboot Galaxy S21,even when the phone hangs?
  • How to use Galaxy S21 quick settings panel?

RSS Headphone & Earbuds

  • AirPods Pro 2 New features explained
  • What is Samsung Seamless Codec? 4 things you should know about this new codec
  • How to use widgets to check battery levels and control Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, and Galaxy Buds?
  • AirPods 3 vs AirPods Pro: which one should you choose?
  • AirPods 3 vs AirPods 2: Top 8 improvements and new features of AirPods 3
  • How to Use and Adjust Force Sensor on AirPods Pro like a Pro?
  • Galaxy Buds 2 vs Galaxy Buds Pro: the Top 8 Pros and Cons
  • 4 ways to check Galaxy Buds Live battery level

RSS Moto G phone

  • Moto G8 vs Moto G8 Power vs Moto G8 Power Lite vs Moto G Power vs Moto G Stylus vs Moto G Pro vs Moto G fast: What are the differences?
  • Moto G8 User Manual for Moto G8 Plus and Moto G8 Play
  • Moto G8 Plus vs Moto G8 Play: Differences and common features
  • Official Moto G7 user manual
  • Moto G7 vs Moto G7 Play vs Moto G7 Plus vs Moto G7 Power: what are the differences?

RSS Galaxy S20 Guides

  • How to Use Enhanced Processing on Galaxy S20 with Android 11 update?
  • How to access, use, and customise widgets on Galaxy S20 lock screen and AOD screen with Android 11 update for Galaxy S20?
  • How to update Galaxy S20 to Android 11?
  • How to use Galaxy S20 lockdown mode?
  • Top 11 new features in Galaxy S20 Android 11 update
  • How to use Galaxy S20 recovery mode?
  • How to use 5 different shooting methods for Galaxy S20 camera?
  • How to use and customize power mode on Galaxy S20?
  • A Complete Guide Of Galaxy S20 Assistant Menu
  • How to manage location services on Galaxy S20 to protect your privacy?

RSS Moto E Guides

  • How to use Moto E6 camera?
  • How to use SIM cards on Moto E6, E6 Plus, E6 Play, and E6s 2020?
  • How to remove Moto E6 back cover (including Moto E6, Moto E6 Plus, Moto E6 Play)?

RSS Galaxy S4 Guide

  • Samsung Galaxy S4 User Manual in Traditional Chinese (繁体中文)
  • Cloud
  • Play Books, Movies, Music and Magazines

RSS Chromecast Guide

  • Meaning of LED light on voice remote for Chromecast with Google TV
  • Site Search
  • How to disable Google Home and Chromecast casting notification?
  • Chromecast vs Chromecast Audio: which one is for you?

RSS Drive in Singapore

  • Top 5 rules of driving in Singapore safely and legally during COVID-19 Circuit Breaker period
  • Understand COE Price by 10 Simple Questions
  • How to convert a foreign driving license to a Singapore driving license?
  • How to get a Touch ‘n Go card as a Singapore driver?
  • What is covered in the car warranty in Singapore? What is not?
  • What is the Singapore Road Speed Limit?
  • How to register, collect and use Malaysia Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP)?
  • Why are cars in Singapore are so expensive?
  • Drive to Malaysia
  • Car Maintenance and Servicing in Singapore

Footer

RSS Galaxy Note Guides

  • Top 11 disappointments of Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
  • How to use the Dynamic Lock screen on Galaxy Note 10?
  • Galaxy Note 10 LED View Cover Guide and Review
  • Install S Note app and Extension pack on Galaxy Note 10
  • How to Use Galaxy Note 10 Camera App?
  • Galaxy Note 10 SIM Card Guide
  • How to use Samsung DeX for PC with Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+?
  • How to use Galaxy Note 10 Clear View cover (S View cover)?
  • How to charge Galaxy Note 10 battery?
  • How to use and remap Galaxy Note 10 Side key?

RSS Google Home Guides

  • How to Factory Data Reset Nest Hub (Google Home Hub and Nest Hub 2nd Gen)?
  • Meaning of Nest Audio LED lights
  • How to control Nest Audio?
  • How to Factory Data Reset Nest Audio?
  • How to reset Google Nest Mini (Google Home Mini 2nd Gen)?
  • Google Home Mini Guides
  • How to reset Google Home Mini?
  • How to use Google Home as a Bluetooth speaker?
  • How to customize Google Home settings?
  • How to change Google Home WiFi network settings?

RSS Chinese Classical Music

  • How to Cast Chinese Music Radio to Chromecast or Google Home?
  • 十面埋伏 (Ambushed,Pipa,琵琶曲,Shi Mian Mai Fu)
  • 高山流水(High Mountain and Running River, Gao Shan Liu Shui, Guzheng, 古筝曲)
  • Meet in Yurt(敖包相会, Ao Bao Xiang Hui,Hulusi,葫芦丝)
  • Meet in Yurt(敖包相会, Ao Bao Xiang Hui,Folk song,民歌)

RSS Galaxy S5 Guiide

  • Samsung Galaxy S5 Android Lollipop User Guide (PDF)
  • How to use Galaxy S5 camera effects?
  • How to manage Galaxy S5 home screen panels?

© 2012–2023 · · Kindle Fire for Kid:Parent guide of Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, Kindle Fire HDX, Fire HD, Fire HD7, and Fire HD 10 .· Hosted by PTRHosting .
· Powered by Genesis framework for WordPress

Disclaimer: Amazon, Kindle, Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HDX, Fire HD, Fire HD 6 Fire HD7, Fire HD8, and Fire HD 10 are trademarks of Amazon Inc. This website is NOT affiliated with Amazon Inc in any way. All the information provided on this website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis and you agree that you use such information entirely at your own risk.

Add Kindle Fire For Kid to your Homescreen!

Add
pixel