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 — A dropped connection can interrupt the visible stream while server-side work continues.
  • Refresh the page — Reloading reconnects you to saved progress when it is available.
  • 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 toolbar to report specific issues (select a category and add details)
  • 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 Reading Settings on the reader toolbar:

  • 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 chapter in the available list
  • Open the chapter drawer to check which chapters are accessible or translated

Chapter drawer not opening:

  • Click Chapters on the desktop right-side toolbar or mobile bottom toolbar

Wrong chapter loading:

  • Check the chapter list in the drawer for correct ordering
  • The source novel's chapter numbering may not match TeaNovel'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
Last updated on October 8, 2026
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