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How to Use the Reading List in Chrome

Keeping dozens of tabs open just to read them later slows your browser down β€” saving them to the Reading List instead keeps the links safe even after you close the tab.

  1. Open "Reading List" from the bookmarks menu

    Click the arrow next to the star icon in the top right of Chrome and choose "Reading List."

  2. Add the current page to your Reading List

    Click the "+" button in the Reading List panel to save the page you are currently viewing.

  3. Mark finished articles as read

    Click the checkmark icon next to an item once you have read it to mark it as read and keep the list organized.

  4. Pick up saved pages on another device

    When signed into the same Google account, pages saved on your computer show up in Chrome on your phone as well.

A Lighter Habit Than Endless Open Tabs

Without installing any extra app, the Reading List lets you save an article you want to read later directly inside Chrome, and pick it up again on any other device you are signed into.

Reading List vs. Bookmarks

Bookmarks are better suited for pages you want to keep permanently, like a reference site you return to often, while the Reading List works more like a temporary inbox for things you plan to read once and then mark done β€” using both together keeps your saved pages far more organized.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Reading List different from bookmarks?

Bookmarks tend to be for pages you want to keep long-term as favorites, while the Reading List works more like a short-term inbox for something you plan to read once and mark as done.

Can I read saved pages while offline?

On some devices you can view part of a saved page's content offline, though viewing it with an active internet connection is the most reliable option.