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Import & export Safari bookmarks

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(OS X Lion / Mountain Lion)

Import bookmarks into Safari

  1. Open Safari if it is not already open.
  2. Choose File > Import Bookmarks.
  3. Browse to find the file that contains the bookmarks you want to import, and then click Import.Normally the file has “.html” or “.plist” at the end of its name.

Export bookmarks from Safari

  1. Open Safari if it is not already open.
  2. Choose File > Export Bookmarks.
  3. Specify a location for the exported file.The file’s name is “Safari bookmarks.html.” Most browsers are able to import this type of file.

Sync the Bookmarks Between a MacBook & an iPad

  1. Connect the iPad to the MacBook using the USB cable.
  2. Launch iTunes if it doesn’t open automatically.
  3. Click the “Info” tab near the top of the iTunes window.
  4. Place a check mark in front of the “Sync Safari Bookmarks” option in the “Other” section near the bottom of the screen.
  5. Click the “Sync” button to sync the bookmarks between the MacBook and the iPad.