1. Bookmarking with a Twist
A common way to keep track of blogs is by bookmarking them. But how do you know when a new post is up?
Raindrop: This is a simple tool for bookmarking links and organizing them. However, you’ll need to manually check the blog for new updates.
Save to Pocket: This tool lets you save articles to read later. While it doesn’t show new posts from blogs, it helps you keep a list of articles you want to read.
Instapaper: Many people use Instapaper to save articles. One nice feature is that it can send you a weekly digest of saved articles directly to your Kindle, so you can read them later, offline.
2. Finding New Articles Without RSS Readers
RSS readers are one way to track new blog posts, but many people don’t like them because they can be basic. Here are some better ways to find new content:
Newsletters: Many blogs send out newsletters with links to their latest posts. It’s not perfect, but it helps you stay informed.
IFTTT: You can use IFTTT (If This Then That) to get automatic notifications when your favorite blogs post new articles. For example, you can set up a feed to save new articles directly to Instapaper.
Zapier: Similar to IFTTT, Zapier helps you set up alerts and automate tasks, including tracking new blog posts.
Readwise Reader: This is a new tool that helps you organize and keep track of your reading list. It’s recommended for people who want more features than Instapaper offers.
3. Tracking Famous Writers and Bloggers
It’s easy to know when famous bloggers post new articles because they often go viral on social media. But if you want to find new posts from your favorite bloggers without relying on Twitter or Facebook, here are some ideas:
Alias.co: This tool lets you track articles from well-known people, so you never miss their posts.
Feedly: Feedly is a simple tool where you can follow all your favorite blogs in one place and see the latest posts.
4. Organize Articles Using Notion
If you prefer having everything in one place, you can use Notion. Notion is a tool where you can save articles and organize them for easy access. It has a browser extension and mobile app to help you save and read articles on the go.
5. Tracking Google News and Competitor Changes with Inoreader
If you want more advanced features, Inoreader might be the tool for you. It lets you follow blogs, get Google News alerts, and track competitors’ websites. It even has a difference checker to help you keep track of changes on websites you’re interested in.
6. Reflect on Your Reading with Year Compass
Although not directly related to tracking blogs, Year Compass is a tool that helps you reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. It’s great for organizing your reading list and staying focused on your reading goals.
7. Using VS Code for Notes
For tech lovers, one person shared that they use VS Code with a Markdown plugin to take notes while reading. While this may not give you the typical "what you see is what you get" note-taking experience, it allows you to organize your notes in a way that makes sense for you.
Conclusion:
There are many ways to keep track of your favorite blogs and articles. Whether you prefer bookmarking, using tools like IFTTT and Zapier, or organizing your reading with Notion or Inoreader, there’s a solution out there for you.
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Note: This blog features insights and recommendations from various professionals and avid readers. Their shared experiences and tool suggestions help shape a better understanding of how to efficiently track and manage blogs and articles in today’s digital world.