What Can I Save To Omnivore

2 min read 29-12-2024

Omnivore, a powerful RSS reader, allows you to collect and organize a wide variety of online content. But what exactly can you save? The answer is broader than you might think. While primarily known for its RSS feed capabilities, Omnivore's flexibility extends beyond just blogs and news sites.

Beyond RSS Feeds: Expanding Your Omnivore Collection

While RSS feeds form the backbone of Omnivore, its functionality isn't limited to them. You can significantly expand the range of content you save within the application. Here’s a breakdown:

1. Traditional RSS Feeds:

This is the bread and butter of Omnivore. You can subscribe to feeds from:

News websites: Stay updated on breaking news and in-depth articles from your favorite publications.
Blogs: Follow your favorite bloggers and stay informed on their latest posts.
Podcasts (via their RSS feeds): Many podcasts offer RSS feeds allowing you to track new episodes directly in Omnivore. Note that this doesn't play the audio within the app, but provides links to the audio files.
Specific articles or series: Some websites allow you to subscribe to specific sections or series through RSS.

2. Websites (with caveats):

Omnivore can sometimes import content from websites that don't have dedicated RSS feeds. The success of this method depends on the website's structure and HTML. It's a less reliable method compared to using official RSS feeds.

3. OPML Files:

For bulk imports or transferring subscriptions from another RSS reader, Omnivore supports OPML (Outline Processor Markup Language) files. This allows for a straightforward transfer of your entire RSS subscription list.

4. Manually Adding Links:

While not ideal for ongoing updates, you can manually add individual web pages as bookmarks within Omnivore. This is particularly useful for articles you discover outside of your regular feeds.

What Omnivore Doesn't (Directly) Support:

It's equally important to understand Omnivore's limitations. While versatile, it doesn't directly support:

Social Media Feeds: You can't directly integrate feeds from Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
Email Subscriptions: Omnivore is not an email client.
Document Files: It's not designed for storing and managing local files (PDFs, Word documents, etc.).

Maximizing Omnivore's Potential

By understanding the types of content you can and cannot save to Omnivore, you can better leverage its strengths to build a curated and efficient news and information gathering system. Remember to prioritize reliable RSS feeds for the most consistent and effective results.