How to Export Favorites from Microsoft Edge or Import Them from Chrome or Other Browsers

Microsoft Edge offers a streamlined process for exporting favorites, which can be invaluable for users transitioning between different web browsers. The ability to export and import favorites not only aids in ensuring continuity of user experience but also in preserving the organizational structure of digital resources accumulated over time. The guide details the import and export functionalities within Microsoft Edge.

Where are Edge favorites stored on Windows and macOS?

• Windows: The Microsoft Edge favorites location Edge on Windows is a database file located in the user's profile directory. The path is usually C:\Users\[Username]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\Default\. The favorites might be stored within a file named ‘Bookmarks'.

• Mac: On a Mac, Edge favorites are stored in the user's Library folder. You can find them at ~/Library/Application Support/Microsoft Edge/Default/. The ‘Bookmarks' file in this directory contains the favorites data.

How to Export Favorites From Edge

The purpose of this method is to enable users to create a file backup of their Edge Favorites, which can be used for various reasons such as transitioning to a different browser, ensuring data safety, or for organizing and consolidating digital resources. Knowing how this works is crucial for maintaining a continuity of browsing experience across different platforms or browsers.

1. Open the menu and click “Favorites”
    
   You can also use the hotkey “Atrl+Shift+O” to show the Edge Favorites panel.
    
   
   
2. Click the three dots on the top right
    
   
   
3. Select “Export favorites”
    
   
   
4. Choose a filename and the destination for your Edge Favorites backup and click “OK”
    
   The file should typically be saved in an HTML format with “Save as type”, which is a standard for bookmark files and is compatible with most browsers.
    
   

How to Import Favorites to Edge using a Bookmark Backup File

This section addresses the process of importing favorites into Microsoft Edge using a bookmark backup file. It is particularly beneficial for users who have saved their bookmarks in an HTML file from a previous browser and wish to transfer these into Edge. It's an essential for those who are migrating to Edge from a different browser or restoring their bookmarks due to system changes. The objective is to facilitate a seamless integration of previously stored web resources, enabling you to quickly access their favorite websites and maintain their browsing habits in Microsoft Edge.

1. Open the menu and click “Favorites”
    
   

   You can also use the hotkey “Atrl+Shift+O” to show the Edge Favorites panel.
    
   

2. Click the three dots on the top right
    
   
   
3. Select “Import favorites”
    
   
   
4. Select the source and what to import
    
   • Choose the source from where you want to import the favorites. This can be another browser installed on your computer or a bookmark file.
   • Specify the type of data you want to import. For favorites, ensure that the ‘Favorites or Bookmarks' option is selected.
   • Once you have selected the source and the data type, click the ‘Import' button. Edge will then begin importing the selected favorites into the browser.
      
     
     
5. Click “Choose file” when using a browser bookmark backup file
    
   Make sure to select the ‘Favorites or Bookmarks' option.
    
   
   
6. Select the browser bookmarks/favorites file and click “Open”
    
   
   
7. Click “Done”
    
   

How to Import Bookmarks From Edge to Chrome or Other Browsers

This method is useful if you are transitioning from Edge to another browser and wish to retain their accumulated bookmarks. The aim is to facilitate a smooth and efficient transition, ensuring that you have immediate access to their important websites and resources in their new browser environment. As an example, we show you how to do this with Google Chrome. In other webbrowsers such as Firefox, Safari, or Opera, this works in a similar way.

1. Open the bookmarks import tool
    
   Open the menu, select “Bookmarks” and then click “Import bookmarks and settings…”.
    
   
   
2. Select where to import the bookmarks from
    
   Chrome will offer to import bookmarks from Microsoft Edge automatically. Here we show how to do this with a previously saved Edge favorites backup using a “Bookmarks HTML File”.
    
   
   
3. Check the option “Favorites/Bookmarks” and click “Choose File”
    
   
   
4. Select the Edge favorites backup file and click “Open”
    
   
   
5. Click “Done”
    
   
   
6. Your Edge favorites will now be available in Chrome exactly in the same way
    
   

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