Save Content to Notion with Web Clipper: Easy Access & Reference

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How to Save Content or Articles to Notion Using the Web Clipper Browser Extension
In today's digital age, we constantly come across valuable content—be it an insightful blog post, a helpful tutorial, or a research paper. It’s important to have a convenient method for saving and organizing these resources for future reference. Notion, the all-in-one workspace, offers a powerful solution with its official Web Clipper browser extension.
The Notion Web Clipper is available for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. It lets you save web pages, articles, and any online content directly to your Notion workspace, streamlining the process of capturing and managing information. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you effectively use the Notion Web Clipper Extension.
Installing Notion Web Clipper
- Open your preferred web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari).
- Search for "Notion Web Clipper" in your browser’s extension marketplace (Chrome Web Store, Firefox Add-ons, Edge Add-ons, or Safari Extensions Gallery).
- Click on the extension and select "Add to Chrome," "Add to Firefox," "Add to Edge," or "Get" to install it.
Using Notion Web Clipper
Once installed, you can start saving content and articles to your Notion workspace with just a few clicks.
- Open the web page or article you want to save.
- Click the Notion Web Clipper icon in your browser’s toolbar.
- The Web Clipper will open, giving you a preview of the content and options to adjust the capture settings.
- Choosing the Article option will capture the main text, headings, and images from the page.
- Selecting the Full-Page option saves the entire webpage including text, images, and additional elements like sidebars and footers.
- The Bookmark option captures the URL, title, and a brief excerpt of the page.
- After selecting your preferred capture option, click Save.
- The Web Clipper automatically saves the content to your most recently used workspace. You also have the option to choose a specific page or database within Notion.
- In the Web Clipper window, you can add extra context by including tags, selecting a particular database, or adding notes.
Organizing and Accessing Saved Content
After saving content, it’s essential to organize it for easy access and reference.
- Open Notion and navigate to the workspace or page where you saved the content.
- By default, each clip is saved as a new page. You can move these pages to a specific location if desired.
To move saved content:
- Click the three-dot menu (⋮) beside the saved page.
- Select Move To and choose the location within your workspace.
- Categorize and tag your saved content by creating dedicated databases or by using existing ones.
To create a new database:
- Open the workspace or page where you want the database.
- Click the + button to add a new block.
- Choose the Table option.
- Customize your database by adding columns for tags, categories, or any other relevant details.
- Use Notion's robust search functionality by typing keywords or tags into the search bar at the top of your workspace to quickly locate specific content.
Additional Features and Tips
The Notion Web Clipper comes with several features that can further boost your productivity and organization:
- Highlighting and Annotating: When clipping an article or web page, you can highlight key sections and add annotations for later review.
- Saving Screenshots: The Web Clipper also allows you to capture and save screenshots directly to Notion.
- Automatic Page Title and URL Detection: The Clipper automatically grabs the page’s title and URL, making it easier to reference the original source.
- Mobile Access: All clipped content is synced and available on Notion's mobile apps, ensuring your resources are always accessible.
To maximize the benefits of the Notion Web Clipper:
- Customize your databases by creating specific collections like "Articles," "Tutorials," or "Research Papers."
- Use tags consistently to aid in content organization.
- Regularly review and reorganize your saved content to keep your workspace uncluttered and efficient.
With the Notion Web Clipper Extension, saving and organizing valuable online resources has never been easier. By following the steps and tips in this guide, you’ll have a streamlined process for capturing, organizing, and retrieving information within your Notion workspace.