How to Use Chrome Reading List

Introduction

Chrome’s Reading List feature is a convenient way to save pages for later reading, distinct from traditional bookmarks. Whether you’re on a desktop or mobile device, this guide will help you use and manage your Chrome Reading List. The steps follow Google’s Read pages later and offline help page.

How to Add to the Reading List

Windows, macOS, and Linux

1. Open Chrome and navigate to the webpage you want to save.
2. Right-click on the tab of the page.
3. Select Add tab to reading list from the context menu.

From the menu: Click the three-dot menu, then Bookmarks and lists > Reading list > Add tab to reading list.

Android

1. Open Chrome and navigate to the webpage you want to save.
2. Tap the three-dot menu icon, then tap the Star icon.
3. To choose where it is saved, tap Edit at the bottom and pick the Reading list folder. Chrome remembers the last folder you used.

iPhone and iPad

1. Open Chrome and navigate to the webpage you want to save.
2. Tap the More (three-dot) icon.
3. Select Add to Reading List.

How to Access the Reading List

Desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux)

• Click the three-dot menu and select Bookmarks and lists > Reading list > Show reading list.
• Your reading list opens in the side panel.

Mobile (Android and iOS)

1. On Android, tap the three-dot menu, tap Bookmarks, then select Reading list.
2. On iPhone and iPad, tap More > Reading List.

How to Mark as Read or Remove from the List

Desktop

• Open the Reading List in the side panel.
• Hover over the page you wish to mark as read or remove.
• Use the buttons that appear to mark it as read or remove it. Google notes you can also reorder and edit items in the side panel.

iPhone and iPad

1. Open the Reading List as described above.
2. Swipe left on the page you want to remove.
3. Tap Delete to remove it from the list.

Reading List vs. Bookmarks

The Reading List allows you to save pages quickly for later reading without cluttering your bookmarks bar. Unlike bookmarks, which are intended for long-term storage of your favorite or frequently visited sites, the Reading List is ideal for temporary saves. When you are signed in to Chrome, your reading list is saved to your Google Account along with your bookmarks.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Reading List Not Showing

1. On a computer, the reading list lives under Bookmarks and lists > Reading list in the three-dot menu and opens in the side panel.
2. If a list you saved on another device is missing, make sure you are signed in to Chrome with the same Google Account.
3. Restart your Chrome browser.

Pages Not Adding to Reading List

1. Make sure Chrome is up to date.
2. On iPhone and iPad, you need to be online to save a page to your Reading List.

Conclusion

Chrome’s Reading List feature is a practical tool for managing pages you want to read later. By following the steps in this guide, you can add, open, and tidy your reading list across all your devices.