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How to convert Google Chrome's reading list to bookmarks in one go

If you want to organize your Google Chrome Reading List, this time we will introduce how to convert the entire Reading List into bookmarks at once. Using this method, you can save the hassle of creating bookmarks individually.

Step 1: Export Your Reading List Using Google Takeout

First, export your Reading List using Google Takeout.

  1. Go to Google Takeout.
  2. In the "Select data to include" section, click "Deselect all."
  3. Scroll down and select "Chrome."
  4. Click on "All Chrome data included."
  5. Select only "Reading List," then click OK.
  6. Click "Next step" at the bottom of the page.
  7. Choose the export format and delivery method, then click "Create export."

Step 2: Download the Exported Data

When Google completes the export, a download link will be provided. Follow these steps to download the file:

  1. Open the notification email from Google and click the link.
  2. Click the "Download" button to save the data.

Step 3: Extract the Compressed File and Retrieve the HTML File

Extract the downloaded compressed file to obtain the HTML file containing your Reading List.

  1. Right-click the compressed file and select "Extract All."
  2. Check the extracted folder for the HTML file that contains the Reading List information.

Step 4: Import into Google Chrome

Finally, import the obtained HTML file into Google Chrome to save the Reading List as bookmarks.

  1. Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
  2. Select "Bookmarks" > "Import bookmarks and settings."
  3. Choose "Import from HTML file" and select the HTML file you obtained.
  4. Click "Open," and all items from the Reading List will be converted into bookmarks.

With these steps, you have completed converting your Google Chrome Reading List into bookmarks all at once. Use this method to organize your Reading List efficiently.

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