How to Use Collections in Microsoft Edge

Quick Tips

• Microsoft Edge collections categorize your saved content.
• You can create Microsoft Edge collections on both your computer and your mobile phone.
• Microsoft Edge collections sync across all signed-in devices.

Information is power – but too much of it is just a headache. Whether you’re making a shopping list, planning a trip, or doing research, keeping track of all the information you’ve gathered is nearly impossible. Sure, you can add web pages to favorites, but they will all be lumped together then – no organization in sight. That’s why Microsoft Edge, the company’s built-in browser, offers a handy feature that groups all your online findings by category. This guide teaches you how to use Microsoft Edge collections to always know where to find what you need – when you need it.

How to Create Collections in Microsoft Edge

You can create collections in Microsoft Edge using your computer or mobile phone – or you can use these two devices interchangeably. You see, Microsoft Edge collections sync across all signed-in devices, so you can access your saved content anytime, anywhere. Here’s how to create a collection on both desktop and mobile.

How to Create Collections in Microsoft Edge on a Computer

Microsoft Edge collections are meant to be convenient. That’s why creating them will only take three steps.

Step 1: Click on the “Collections” button in the top-right corner of your Microsoft Edge window. The button looks like two files on top of each other with a plus sign.

Depending on your Microsoft Edge version, you might also find this button under the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.

Step 2: Select “Start new collection.”

If you’ve never used this feature, Microsoft Edge might give you a little tour first. If so, just keep pressing “Next” until you see the “Get started” option.

Step 3: Name your collection in the “New collection” field.

And there you have it – your very own Microsoft Edge collection. Now, you can start adding content to it. Here’s how to add a web page to your collection.

Step 1: Visit the web page you want to add.

Step 2: Click on the “Collections” button.

Step 3: Select the collection you want to update.

Step 4: Click on “Add current page.”

Your Microsoft Edge collections will be instantly updated.

You can also add images, links, and highlighted text into your collections by just selecting them and dragging them to their destination.

How to Create Collections in Microsoft Edge on a Phone

We all know the drill – you’re casually scrolling on your phone, and suddenly you stumble upon something awesome. A recipe you have to try, a hidden gem you want to visit, or a movie you must watch. Here’s how to save it in Microsoft Edge collections.

Step 1: Tap the hamburger icon at the bottom of your Microsoft Edge window.

Step 2: Scroll right to find “Collections.”

Step 3: Press the little plus icon in the top-right corner to create a new collection.

Step 4: Name your collection.

Step 5: Tap “Done” or “Create,” depending on your device.

Step 6: Go to the web page you want to save to your collection.

Step 7: Open “Collections” in the hamburger icon menu.

Step 8: Tap “Add current page to collection.”

Step 9: Select the collection you want to update.

You can now find the website in your Microsoft Edge collection.