Adding Articles to Safari Reading List

Aug 26, 2024

How to Add Articles to Safari Reading List on Mac

Changes in macOS Sooya

  • The plus button in the URL bar to add articles to Reading List is no longer available.
  • Hovering over the Smart Search field in Safari does not show the add to Reading List plus button.

Alternative Methods to Add Articles

Using Bookmarks Menu

  • Steps:
    1. Open the article you wish to save in Safari.
    2. Click on the "Bookmarks" menu item.
    3. Choose the "Add to Reading List" option.
  • Shortcut: Command + Shift + D
    • Useful for frequent users of the Reading List feature for quick access.

Using Share Menu

  • Steps:
    1. Open the article in Safari.
    2. Click the "Share" icon in the top right corner of the browser.
    3. Select "Add to Reading List" from the menu.

Offline Reading

  • Settings Recommendation:
    • Open Safari settings.
    • Go to the "Advanced" settings tab.
    • Enable "Save articles for offline reading automatically."
  • Benefit:
    • Automatically downloads saved articles for access without an internet connection.

Additional Tips

  • If your Reading List becomes cluttered, seek further guidance on removing items.

Conclusion

  • Following these steps will ensure easy access to articles for later reading in Safari.
  • Remember to use the shortcut and settings for an optimized experience.

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