How to Migrate Your Internet Explorer Favorites to Microsoft Edge
How to Export Favorites from Internet Explorer to Edge
If you are a long-time user of Internet Explorer and have accumulated a vast collection of favorite websites, you might be wondering how to transfer these favorites to Microsoft Edge, the latest web browser from Microsoft. The process is quite straightforward and can be completed in just a few simple steps. In this article, we will guide you through the process of exporting favorites from Internet Explorer to Edge.
Step 1: Open Internet Explorer
First, launch Internet Explorer on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Internet Explorer icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 2: Access the Favorites Folder
Once Internet Explorer is open, click on the Favorites button located in the upper-right corner of the window. This will open the Favorites folder, where all your saved websites are stored.
Step 3: Export Favorites
With the Favorites folder open, right-click on an empty space within the folder and select “Export to a file” from the context menu. This will open the Export Favorites dialog box.
Step 4: Choose the File Format
In the Export Favorites dialog box, you will see a list of file formats to choose from. Select “Favorites (HTML)” as the file format. This will ensure that your favorites are saved in a compatible format for importing into Microsoft Edge.
Step 5: Specify the File Location
Next, specify the location where you want to save the exported favorites file. You can choose a folder on your computer or an external drive. Once you have selected the location, click “Next.”
Step 6: Name the File
Give your exported favorites file a name by typing it into the “File name” field. Make sure to choose a name that is easy to remember, as this will be the name used when importing the favorites into Microsoft Edge.
Step 7: Save the File
Click “Save” to export your favorites from Internet Explorer. The file will be saved in the specified location with the name you provided.
Step 8: Open Microsoft Edge
Now, open Microsoft Edge on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Edge icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 9: Import Favorites
In Microsoft Edge, click on the three dots in the upper-right corner of the window to open the menu. From the menu, select “Settings” and then scroll down to the “Import and export” section. Click on “Import from another browser” and choose “Internet Explorer favorites” as the source.
Step 10: Import the File
Navigate to the location where you saved the exported favorites file in Step 7 and select it. Click “Import” to import your favorites into Microsoft Edge.
Step 11: Enjoy Your Favorites in Edge
Your favorites from Internet Explorer should now be successfully imported into Microsoft Edge. You can access them by clicking on the Favorites button in the upper-right corner of the Edge window.
By following these simple steps, you can easily export your favorites from Internet Explorer to Microsoft Edge and continue enjoying your favorite websites on the new browser.