How to Copy bookmarks and browser settings from Firefox to Chrome

by Jane On March 11, 2009 | Internet | Hits: 29

Software you need: Chrome

Google Chrome is a browser that combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier.

During installation, Google Chrome can copy your browsing history, saved websites, and passwords from your default browser. You can also manually import settings from Firefox at any time.

How to Copy bookmarks and browser settings from Firefox to Chrome

1. Close any other browsers including Firefox that you're running.

2. Open Google Chrome.

3. Click the Tools menu tools menu.

4. Select Import bookmarks & settings.

5. Select the browser from which you'd like to import data from the drop-down menu at the top.

6. Make sure only the checkboxes for items you want to import are selected:

* Favorites/Bookmarks

Webpages you've saved in the selected browser. After importing they'll appear in the 'Other bookmarks' folder at the end of the bookmarks bar (Ctrl+B).

Want to import bookmarks from another browser besides Firefox or Internet Explorer? Use the bookmark manager.

* Search engines

Alternative search options that you've saved in the selected browser.

* Saved passwords

Passwords stored in the browser you've chosen for websites you've visited.

* Browsing history

A list of all the websites you've visited while using the selected browser.

7. Click the Import button.

Tags: google, chrome, firefox, browser, bookmar

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