How to Transfer Favorites from Internet Explorer to Edge
Are you looking to transfer your favorite websites from Internet Explorer to Microsoft Edge? The process is quite straightforward and can be completed in just a few simple steps. Whether you’re a long-time user of Internet Explorer or have recently made the switch to Edge, this guide will help you seamlessly transfer your favorite sites and bookmarks.
Step 1: Export Favorites from Internet Explorer
1. Open Internet Explorer and click on the “Favorites” button located on the top toolbar.
2. From the dropdown menu, select “Import and Export.”
3. In the Import/Export Favorites window, choose “Export favorites to a file” and click “Next.”
4. Select the file format you prefer (e.g., HTML or Internet Explorer bookmarks file) and click “Next.”
5. Choose the location where you want to save the exported file and click “Next.”
6. Finally, click “Finish” to export your favorites.
Step 2: Import Favorites into Microsoft Edge
1. Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots in the upper-right corner to access the menu.
2. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the Settings menu, scroll down and click on “Import favorites from another browser.”
4. Choose “Internet Explorer” from the list of browsers and click “Next.”
5. Select the file you exported from Internet Explorer and click “Next.”
6. Your favorites will now be imported into Microsoft Edge. You can access them by clicking on the Favorites button on the toolbar.
Step 3: Organize Your Favorites
Once your favorites have been transferred to Microsoft Edge, you may want to organize them into folders for easier access. To do this:
1. Click on the “Favorites” button on the toolbar.
2. Right-click on an empty space in the favorites bar and select “New Folder.”
3. Give the folder a name and press “Enter.”
4. Drag and drop your favorite websites into the new folder to organize them.
By following these simple steps, you can easily transfer your favorites from Internet Explorer to Microsoft Edge and continue enjoying your favorite websites on the new browser. Happy browsing!
