How to Organize Safari Reading List into Bookmarks

If you use Safari on MacOS Ventura, you might have a lot of websites in your Reading List that you want to revisit later. But what if you want to sort them into different categories or folders? Unfortunately, Safari does not let you drag and drop Reading List items into your Bookmarks. In this article, we will show you a simple workaround to move your Reading List items to a Bookmark folder without opening each website individually.

What is the Reading List in Safari?

The Reading List is a feature in Safari that allows you to save websites for offline reading. You can add any website to your Reading List by clicking on the plus icon next to the address bar, or by using the keyboard shortcut Command+Shift+D. You can access your Reading List by clicking on the sidebar icon on the top left corner of the Safari window, or by using the keyboard shortcut Command+Shift+L. You can also swipe left or right on the trackpad to navigate through your Reading List items.

Why Move Reading List Items to Bookmarks?

While the Reading List is a convenient way to save websites for later, it has some limitations. For example, you cannot organize your Reading List items into folders or subfolders. You can only sort them by date or by name. You also cannot sync your Reading List across different devices, unless you use iCloud. If you have a lot of Reading List items, you might find it hard to find the ones you are looking for.

Bookmarks, on the other hand, allow you to create folders and subfolders to categorize your websites. You can also sync your Bookmarks across different devices using iCloud or other services. Bookmarks are more permanent than Reading List items, which can be removed automatically after a certain period of time.

How to Move Reading List Items to a Bookmark Folder?

There is no direct way to move Reading List items to a Bookmark folder in Safari. However, there is a simple workaround that you can use to achieve the same result. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Create a new Bookmark folder in Safari. You can do this by clicking on the Bookmarks menu and selecting Add Bookmark Folder. You can also right-click on any existing Bookmark folder and select New Folder. Give your new folder a name that describes the category of websites you want to move from your Reading List.
2. Open your Reading List in Safari. You can do this by clicking on the sidebar icon on the top left corner of the Safari window, or by using the keyboard shortcut Command+Shift+L.
3. Select the Reading List items that you want to move to your new Bookmark folder. You can do this by holding down the Command key and clicking on each item. You can also select multiple items by clicking and dragging your cursor over them.
4. Right-click on any of the selected Reading List items and choose Add Bookmarks for [number] Items. This will open a dialog box where you can choose the destination folder for your new Bookmarks. Select your new Bookmark folder and click Add.
5. Delete the Reading List items that you have moved to your new Bookmark folder. You can do this by right-clicking on any of the selected Reading List items and choosing Remove Item, or by pressing the Delete key on your keyboard.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: How do I delete all Reading List items in Safari?

Answer: To delete all Reading List items in Safari, you can follow these steps:

1. Open your Reading List in Safari.
2. Click on the Clear All button on the bottom right corner of the sidebar.
3. Confirm that you want to delete all Reading List items by clicking Clear.

Question: How do I sync my Reading List across different devices?

Answer: To sync your Reading List across different devices, you need to use iCloud. You can follow these steps:

1. On your Mac, open the System Preferences app and click on Apple ID.
2. Click on iCloud and make sure Safari is checked under the Apps on this Mac using iCloud section.
3. On your other devices, such as iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app and tap on your name.
4. Tap on iCloud and make sure Safari is turned on under the Apps using iCloud section.

Question: How do I export my Reading List or Bookmarks from Safari?

Answer: To export your Reading List or Bookmarks from Safari, you can follow these steps:

1. Open Safari and click on the File menu.
2. Select Export Bookmarks. This will save your Reading List and Bookmarks as an HTML file on your computer.
3. You can open this file with any web browser or import it to another browser.

Summary

In this article, we have shown you how to move your Reading List items to a Bookmark folder in Safari on MacOS Ventura. This can help you organize your websites into different categories and sync them across different devices. We have also answered some frequently asked questions about the Reading List and Bookmarks features in Safari. We hope you found this article helpful and informative. If you have any questions or feedback, please leave a comment below.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. We are not affiliated with Apple or Safari and do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. You should always consult your own IT technical expert before making any changes to your system or software. We are not responsible for any damages or losses that may result from following the instructions in this article.