Hi,
I’ve been using Chrome on my desktop and I’m very used to it, specially the bookmarks bar, under the address bar, organized in folders, etc simply to use.
Now on my Nexus 10 it’s a completely different story with Chrome, as you know, difficult to access bookmarks, no home page, etc.
So my question is, is there a browser for Android can be configured the same way or very identical as Chrome for desktop, especially regarding how to access bookmarks?
Thanks in advance for your answers.
Best regards
Ricardo Pires
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Sure, you can have your homepage point to google or MSN or some other site.
Wouldn't it great if you could have your own homepage where you can set your own links? Well, hell yeah. Better having to go to favourites > link... etc.
This lady created a HTM page that you can edit and set your own links.
For example on my own page I have links to google.ca, my yahoo email, HoFo, the two social groups I run, my bank's website. All the moment that PIE starts.
Excellent share...
It is easy to setup and you really do not need any HTML experience.
Cheers!
http://msexchangeteam.com/archive/2004/03/03/83349.aspx
Amazing, it's only 2 weeks ago that I was looking for something exactly like this, as it's a bit of a pain using the favourites in pie. Thanks for the link.
Bit of a pain to edit.
I use Google Bookmarks as my home page. It loads quickly and means I can access my favourites (with tags!) from anywhere. Editing it is even more easily done on my PC.
http://www.google.com/bookmarks/
Although it is good that people are coming out with more options.
You cannot compare a 2k file that pops up instantly when you start off PIE with 10-15 of your favourite links.
Going to Google Bookmarks is not as easy specially if you have tons of bookmarks. Not bad when using a Laptop but not as easy when using a PPC.
But hey, to which is own, right?
check http://mobilust.net/bookmarks via mobile. easy to signup and save you bookmarks. i use it . still needs to be improved but at least designed for mobiles.
I checked it out, promising, but if you don't mind having a small, unknown company knowing all your bookmarks.
no. i wouldn't put my bank accoutn details there lol
I got the G1 over the weekend and have so far been impressed with the OS.
There are some limitations but overall it's a good start for Android.
One issue i've encountered (which I'd assumed would work) is the inability to copy text from the web browser.
Does anyone know if this is possible?
Yeah...I've noticed this too... It isn't just the web browser. The limitations on copy/paste appear to be much more wide spread that I'd anticipated.
For example... If someone sends you an address in the body of an email, you are not able to copy the text of the email in order to forward it on to someone else or pull it up on Google maps... Seems very limiting.
I'd like to see the ability to copy\paste in the root menu options for almost any application/function (email, browser, notepads, contacts, google maps, etc.).
I'm sure that I'm not alone with wanting to sync my desktop/laptop bookmarks with el Xoomio. The 'problem' is that I use Firefox on the PC, and the native Android browser on the Xoom. I've tried Firefox for Android but it sucks compared to the Android browser... so, what do you guys use to synchronize your bookmarks across devices and platforms?
bobblack said:
I'm sure that I'm not alone with wanting to sync my desktop/laptop bookmarks with el Xoomio. The 'problem' is that I use Firefox on the PC, and the native Android browser on the Xoom. I've tried Firefox for Android but it sucks compared to the Android browser... so, what do you guys use to synchronize your bookmarks across devices and platforms?
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load up Chrome and import your bookmarks and then you can use a host of bookmark managers to sync with Xoom..... Its not like chrome is a terrible browser its my everyday. But instead of driving yourself crazy this is an easy fix, plus there are import bookmark apps all over the market https://market.android.com/search?q=bookmarks&so=1&c=apps
Yeah I have chrome on the pc as well - I kinda have to as a developer. But it doesn't live up to firefox. On android it's the other way around.
I'm also not looking to import, but to sync. There are quite a few syncing tools out there, hence my question about which way you use (if any). I am aware of the existence of the market.
Sorry if my question was not clear.
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I've spent a long time trying to figure out the best way to do this and none of those market apps do it, it's all third party crap.
Finally i found the best combination, so here's my setup.
I keep my work PC and my home PC synced up via Xmarks (free on desktops, not on mobiles)
Then, from my home PC, I set up Firefox Sync and add my Xoom as a device.
All my bookmarks, folders are instantly synced and get's updated when needed.
Chrome does not sync or bookmark properly, no matter how many times i bookmark a site, reload my xoom, it wont be there again. It did it once and never again. Also, try to go over to Firefox and get use to the feel etc. Chrome has absolutely no features and is a dead end browser and does not get updated. Firefox has a new version every day and has a lot of plugins.
Also Dolphin browser is pointless since it has no integration with a desktop client.
most third party apps are stupid folder backups. None can provide an Xmarks setup.
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The main reason for me preferring chrome over firefox on the xoom is the lack of tabs in firefox... I really hope they add that soon, it's kind of a necessity for me. Also, chrome loads pages way faster than firefox ( At least for now). I really hope that will get fixed soon
Thanks for the xmarks tip, checking that out now!
Good evening all.
I have a problem which is doing my head in and would be extremely grateful for your advice.
I have made different folders for my bookmarks and like to save them in specific folders. I can't, however, find a way of doing that when I save one - each time the bookmark is saved in the root folder. I have tried to move the bookmarks later after saving and I can't even do that. In frustration I actually logged in to my mobile account on my desktop and sorted out the bookmarks that way (I have 2 accounts - one for laptop and the other for my mobile/tablet) but surely there must be an easier way!
What browser?
You can move to a different folder in the stock browser by long pressing a bookmark and edit.
Our you on about something else?
Assuming you are talking about Internet bookmarks.
That is why I like Firefox for my web browser. I can use the Firefox sync to keep all my bookmarks synced between my devices and keep them organized in the folders I choose.
Thanks Irish Sid and Donec.
I am definitely talking about the stock browser. I have tried to edit the bookmarks but I just don't get any options of moving them to another folder. It will allow me to click on the 'location' link but when I go there, the only folder I see is the 'Home' folder.
I am very confused!!
Many people may know this already but I was surprised to find that the NST/G and Opera Mobile are totally capable of accessing the online Google Calendar "app". Some of the interface elements are a bit small, but you can always resort to a stylus as a last resort. Here's how I got there:
1. Use another mobile device browser to access the Google home page. You need to be signed in on the browser to the account for the calendar you want. Access the calendar "app" from the 3x3 square of dots on the right portion of the screen near the top.
2. From your browsers options choose "share" and then email the calendar URL to yourself (your NST/G).
3. Make sure you are signed in to the same account on the Opera Mobile browser.
4. Pick up the email on your NST/G and tap on the link. Opera Mobile opens and you eventually get to the Calendar page. It defaults to "day" view (pretty uninspiring), but you can change to "month" and any entries for the current date will be listed below the calendar display. You can also make new entries or delete entries. And, of course, you can add the page to your speed dial or make a bookmark.
Clearly this is not the same or as functional as having a Calendar app, but it does work without GApps (or with) and it does allow interaction with your calendar from the NST/G.
For a lark I tried a bunch of the other online "apps" in the same fashion. Contacts crashed out of Opera immediately, Google Drive spun and spun but never showed any contents, Books looked promising at first try but refused to actually display the contents of a book, Google News managed to sort of display headline news--best in landscape--but could not access other categories and in general performed poorly. So the Calendar behavior is exceptional and fortuitous for those who need to know what they are doing when and either don't want GApps or can't seem to get a Calendar app working reliably with GApps.