How to use Collections in Microsoft Edge to organize your browsing

Microsoft Edge has evolved over time to offer users tools that enhance their browsing experience. One such feature is Collections , designed to efficiently organize and save web pages, images, and notes. Whether you're planning a trip, conducting research, or simply having a place to store interesting content, Collections in Edge can simplify your digital life.

In this article, we'll explain how to use Collections in Edge and how to get the most out of them . From creating them to customizing and exporting content, you'll discover everything you need to improve your website's organization.

What are Collections in Microsoft Edge?

Collections in Edge are a built-in browser tool that lets you group web pages, images, text snippets, and even notes . They offer a more advanced and visual option compared to traditional bookmarks, providing a more practical way to store and organize content.

Thanks to cloud synchronization, Collections can be accessed from any device where you are logged into Edge, making it easy to access and manage information at any time.

How to create a Collection in Edge

To get started with this feature, follow these steps to create a Collection in Microsoft Edge:

• Click on the Collections icon in the upper right corner of the browser.
• Choose Start new collection and assign a name to your collection.
• You can now start adding elements such as web pages, images or text snippets.

How to add content to a Collection

There are several ways to incorporate information into a Collection in Edge:

• Add current page: Click the corresponding button to save the page you are on.
• Drag and drop: You can select images, links, or text snippets and drag them directly into a Collection.
• Contextual menu: If you right click on an item, you can select the option Add to Collections and choose which one you want to save it to.

Managing and Organizing Collections

Once you've created several collections, you can rearrange the content to better organize them. To do this:

• Access a Collection.
• Click and drag items within the list to organize them.
• If you need to delete something, just tap the icon delete on the item card.

How to access and resume your content

If you want to reopen content saved in a Collection, you can do so in two ways:

• Click on Share and more > Open all to open all pages in new tabs.
• To open an individual page within a Collection, click the corresponding link.

Adding Notes to Collections

A very useful feature within Collections is the ability to add custom notes.

• Balance Add note in the top corner of the Collections panel.
• Type your note and use the toolbar to format it.
• Save the note and move it into the Collection if necessary.

Exporting a Collection to Other Applications

If you want to use the information in a Collection outside of Edge, you can send it to other tools like Word, Excel, or OneNote . To do this, select the Share & more option and choose the format in which you want to export it.

Sharing a Collection with Others

If you want to share some of your content with someone else, you can do so in two ways:

• Copy Entire Collection: Use the option of Copy all and paste it into an email or document.
• Share an individual item: Right click on the element and select Copy o copy link.

Collections in Microsoft Edge are a versatile and highly useful tool for organizing relevant information while browsing. Their ease of use and customization options make them a must-have browser feature.