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Re: Show HN: Smart bookmarks extension

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post #8

What does this do that firefox bookmarks can't, except showing a thumbnail? I know "folder hierarchy" sounds so 1990s, but still.

It saves not only bookmarks but associated content depending on page type. If it's an article, it will be cut and saved with the bookmark. The same applies to video, photo and presentations.

Also you can share some collections of bookmarks. In future update you can also collaborate with colleagues and friends.

Re: Show HN: Smart bookmarks extension

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post #7
post #5

Would be nice to know what it actually does before installing it.

You need to click on the thunderbolt. Took me awhile to figure out.

Thanks! Not very intuitive. I thought that was making reference to your browser once installed, not as a "show me more" button.

Re: Show HN: Smart bookmarks extension

#15
Would be nice to add a full-offline option.

Don't take it wrong, but I'm getting wary of services offering to store my data online for free, especially when I don't know how / if it intend to make money.

Looks good though, I might give it a try even with that issue.

Re: Show HN: Smart bookmarks extension

#19

can anyone recommend a cross browser bookmark solution?

Personally I store bookmarks as a flat file, with some javascript magic for tagging, and store that under git:

https://github.com/skx/bookmarks.public

It's portable amongst browsers locally, but obviously it's not an extension and requires more effort to work with.

(I tend to bookmark things in my browser for a few days then mass-update the git version and delete from the browser.)

Re: Show HN: Smart bookmarks extension

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post #7

Earlier quoted context omitted.

You need to click on the thunderbolt. Took me awhile to figure out.

Thanks! Not very intuitive. I thought that was making reference to your browser once installed, not as a "show me more" button.

I agree, I didn't figure that out until I read comments either. A little "click here" hint could go a long way here.
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