Reading List - Save Pages for Later | Firefox Extension

Managing Online Reading Material

A significant portion of my time is dedicated to web browsing in search of content ideas. Consequently, a major challenge arises: effectively tagging articles for focused review at a later time. It often feels as though encountering a message indicating the limits of online content is imminent.

To address this, a reliable system for flagging pages as "to read" and subsequently retrieving them easily is essential. While we have previously discussed utilizing del.icio.us for this purpose, the Read it Later extension for Firefox offers comparable functionality.

Saving Pages for Future Review

Saving a page is straightforward; simply click the "Read Later" button. Alternatively, a right-click context menu option allows you to select "Read this Link Later," proving particularly beneficial when navigating link-rich social media platforms.

Accessing Saved Articles

Retrieving saved articles can be accomplished by clicking the "Reading List" button. Another method involves utilizing the drop-down menu for access.

It's worth noting that the menu's performance can be inconsistent, with items sometimes appearing and other times not. The button, however, consistently functions even when the menu is unreliable.

Marking Articles as Read

Upon completing your reading, you can mark an article as read by clicking the "Mark as Read" button. The drop-down menu also provides a quick way to add a bookmark.

While I personally prefer Readeroo due to its cross-platform compatibility, this extension may be a suitable alternative if you do not utilize del.icio.us. A potential drawback is the large size of the buttons, with no option currently available to adjust them.

Update: A recent update from Nate has addressed several of the previously mentioned issues. The buttons are now movable, enhancing usability.

The Read it Later Firefox extension can be downloaded from ideashower.com.