How to create bookmarks (favorites) in your browser

Create a new bookmark in Chrome

Method 1: Via the star icon

1. Go to the website you want to save.
2. Click on the star icon (?) at the top right of the address bar.
3. A small window appears. Fill in:
   Name: Enter a short and descriptive name.?
   Folder: "Bookmarks bar" for quick access at the top of the browser or "Other bookmarks" or another folder
4. Click on "Done".

Method 2: Keyboard shortcut

• On Windows: press Ctrl + D
• On Mac: press Cmd + D

Select the name and folder, and click on "Done".

Enable and use the bookmarks bar in Chrome

Turn the bookmarks bar on/off:

Click on the three dots at the top right (Chrome menu).

1. Select "Bookmarks".
2. Click on "Show bookmarks bar".

• Alternatively: press Ctrl + Shift + B (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + B (Mac).

When the bookmarks bar is active, you will see a line under the address bar with your bookmarks.

To open a bookmark: Click on the name or icon in the bookmarks bar.

View all bookmarks in Chrome

Click on the three dots at the top right.

Go to "Bookmarks" and select "Bookmark manager" for a full overview, or see directly the list of bookmarks and folders.

The bookmark manager opens in a separate tab and shows all your bookmarks and folders.

Create folders and organize bookmarks in Chrome

Create a new folder:

• Open "Bookmark manager":
  • Either: Three dots ¡ú "Bookmarks" ¡ú "Bookmark manager",?
    or
  • Ctrl + Shift + O (Windows)
  • Cmd + Option + B (Mac).
• The bookmark manager opens. In the left menu, right-click on "Bookmarks bar" or "Other bookmarks".
• Select "Add folder" / "New folder".
• Give the folder a name (e.g., "Work", "Banking and Finance").
• Click "Save".

Move bookmarks:

In the bookmark manager:

• Click and drag the bookmark to the desired folder in the left menu,

or

• right-click on the bookmark ¡ú "Move to" and choose a folder.

On the bookmarks bar:

• Drag bookmarks left/right to change the order.
• Drag them into a folder on the bookmarks bar to group them.

Rename and edit address:

1. Right-click on a bookmark.
2. Select "Edit".
3. Adjust the name and, if necessary, the URL.
4. Click "Save".

Delete bookmarks in Chrome

1. Right-click on the bookmark (either in the bookmark manager or on the bookmarks bar).
2. Select "Remove" / "Delete".

To delete a bookmark folder:

• Right-click on the folder ¡ú "Remove".

Note that all bookmarks in the folder will also be deleted.

Synchronize bookmarks in Chrome

If you log into Chrome with a Google account, bookmarks can be synchronized across your computer, mobile, and other devices.

1. Click on the profile icon at the top right in Chrome.
2. Log in with your Google account (if you are not already logged in).
3. Go to:
   "Settings" ¡ú "Sync and Google services" ¡ú "Manage what you sync".
4. Make sure "Bookmarks" is turned on.

Save a new favorite (bookmark) in Edge

Method 1: Via the star icon

1. Go to the website you want to create a favorite for.
2. Click on the star icon (?) with a small plus sign in the address bar (often far right).
3. In the popup window, enter a name for the favorite (choose a short, descriptive name) and where it should be saved. Select a folder or "Favorites bar" (equivalent to bookmarks bar).
4. Click "Done".

Method 2: Keyboard shortcut

Press Ctrl + D.

Enter the name and the folder where the favorite should be saved, and click "Done".

Enable and use the favorites bar in Edge

Turn the favorites bar on/off:

1. Click on the three dots at the top right (Edge menu).
2. Select "Settings".
3. Go to "Appearance".
4. Under "Show favorites bar" choose:
   1. "Always", or
   2. "Only on new tabs".

Alternatively, you can:

Press Ctrl + Shift + B to turn the favorites bar on and off.

On the favorites bar, you will see shortcuts to your most important favorites.

View all favorites in Edge

Click on the star icon with three lines (favorites icon) at the top right, or press Ctrl + Shift + O to open the Favorites panel. Here you will get a list of all favorites and folders.

Create folders and organize favorites in Edge

Create a new folder:

1. Open "Favorites" via the star icon or by pressing Ctrl + Shift + O.
2. Click on "Add folder" or on the folder icon with a plus sign (depending on the version).
3. Give the folder a short and descriptive name.
4. Choose where the folder should be located (for example, "Favorites bar" or "Other folder").
5. Click "Save".

Move favorites:

In the favorites panel:

• Drag a favorite with the mouse to the desired folder, or right-click ¡ú "Move to" and select the folder.

On the favorites bar:

• Drag favorites left/right to change the order.
• Drag favorites into a folder on the bar.

Change the name and address of a favorite

1. Right-click on a favorite.
2. Select "Edit".
3. Change the name and/or website address.
4. Click "Save".

Delete favorites in Edge

1. Right-click on the favorite you want to delete (in the favorites panel or on the favorites bar).
2. Select "Delete".

To delete a folder:

1. Right-click on the folder ¡ú "Delete".
2. All favorites in the folder will be deleted simultaneously.

Synchronize favorites in Edge

If you log into Edge with a Microsoft account, favorites can be synchronized between different devices.

1. Click on the profile icon at the top right in Edge.
2. Log in with your Microsoft account (if necessary).
3. Go to: "Settings" ¡ú "Profiles" ¡ú "Sync".
4. Make sure "Favorites" is turned on.

The instructions below are general and will be similar in most modern browsers.

How to create a bookmark

Method 1: Use the star icon in the address bar

1. Go to the website you want to create a bookmark for.
2. Look at the top of the browser, in the address bar where the URL is displayed.
3. Click on the star (?) or the icon for Add bookmark / Add to favorites.
4. Select:
   1. the name of the bookmark (for example, "Self-service portal")
   2. where it should be saved (for example, "Bookmarks bar" or a specific folder)
   3. Confirm by pressing Save/Done.

Method 2: Keyboard shortcut

Most browsers have a shortcut to create a bookmark:

Windows: press Ctrl + D

Mac: press Cmd + D

Then select the name and location and save.

Where to find your bookmarks?

Bookmarks can be displayed in two main places:

Bookmarks bar (at the top of the browser)

This is a line just below the address bar, with icons and text for your most important bookmarks.

• Advantage: Very quick access ¨C one click.
• Disadvantage: Limited space.

You can turn the bookmarks bar on and off in the menu (often under "View" ¡ú "Bookmarks bar"). Many browsers also have a shortcut, such as

Ctrl + Shift + B (Windows) or

Cmd + Shift + B (Mac).

Bookmarks menu / Bookmarks page

All bookmarks (including folders) can be found in a separate menu or page, often accessible via a menu icon (three dots or three lines) ¡ú "Bookmarks" / "Favorites" or a dedicated button for bookmarks.

Here you will get a complete overview and can create, move, and delete bookmarks.

How to organize your bookmarks

When you have many bookmarks, it quickly becomes unwieldy. Therefore, it's a good idea to use clear names, group bookmarks into folders, and tidy up occasionally.

Give bookmarks good names

When saving a bookmark, you can change the name. Choose names that are short but explanatory, so you remember what the bookmark is for.

You can also right-click on an existing bookmark and select "Edit" / "Rename" to change the name later.

Create folders for different themes

To keep organized, it's helpful to create folders based on, for example, what you use the bookmarks for.

How to create a bookmarks folder

1. Go to the bookmarks menu.
2. Select "New folder".
3. Give the folder a clear name.
4. Save.

Then you can drag and drop bookmarks into the folder, or select the folder directly when creating a new bookmark.

Move bookmarks

You can normally drag a bookmark with the mouse to another place or folder or right-click on the bookmark ¡ú "Move to ¡­"

This is useful if you want to:

• Move frequently used bookmarks to the bookmarks bar
• Group related bookmarks in the same folder
• Clean up old structures

Tidying up and maintaining bookmarks

Over time, many accumulate bookmarks that are never used. Some simple tidying makes it much easier to find things later on.

Delete bookmarks you no longer need

1. Right-click on a bookmark you no longer need.
2. Select "Delete".

You can also delete entire folders, but be aware that all bookmarks inside will also disappear.

Check that important links still work

Some websites change addresses. When a bookmark no longer works, look up the website's new address and create a bookmark there. Delete the old bookmark that no longer works.

Update names and structure as needed

When tasks or routines change, bookmarks can also be adjusted:

• Give new, more appropriate names
• Move bookmarks to other folders
• Create new folders for new projects or responsibilities

Synchronization between devices (optional)

Many browsers can synchronize bookmarks between PC, mobile, and tablet if you log in with an account. This way, you have the same bookmarks no matter where you are. Check settings for "Synchronization" in menus or search online to find out how to do this for your browser.