Managing Snapshots
The snapshot management interface provides comprehensive tools for organizing, viewing, and controlling your saved browser sessions.
Accessing the Manager
From Side Panel
- Click the Camera icon in the side panel
- Select View All Snapshots button
- The management interface opens in a new tab
Direct Access
- Open a new tab and navigate to the snapshots page
- Use keyboard shortcuts if configured
- Access from browser bookmarks
Interface Overview
Snapshot Cards
Each snapshot is displayed as a card containing:
- Header: Title, creation date, and type indicator
- Statistics: Window count, group count, tab count
- Preview: Visual representation of windows and tabs
- Actions: Quick access buttons for common operations
View Options
Grid View
- Display multiple snapshots in a compact format
- Show basic information for each snapshot
- Allow quick browsing and selection
Detailed View
- Show complete snapshot content preview
- Include all windows, groups, and tabs
- Provide complete snapshot structure overview
Control Toolbar
- Search Bar: Find specific snapshots by title or content
- Sort Options: Organize snapshots by date, name, or type
- Filters: Filter by type (manual/auto) or other criteria
- Batch Operations: Perform operations on multiple snapshots simultaneously
Snapshot Operations
Basic Operations
Restore Snapshot
Click the Restore button on the snapshot card
Choose restore options:
- Restore to New Window: Open snapshot in a new browser window
- Replace Current Window: Replace current window content
Confirm the restore operation
Rename Snapshot
Click the Edit icon next to the snapshot title
Enter the new title name
Press Enter to save changes
Delete Snapshot
Click the Delete button on the snapshot
Confirm deletion (this action cannot be undone)
Snapshot will be removed from all devices (if synced)
Advanced Operations
Pin Snapshot
- Prevent snapshots from being deleted by auto-cleanup rules
- Keep important snapshots at the top of the list
- Easily identify through pin icon
Lock Snapshot (Premium Required)
Click the Lock icon on the snapshot
Set password protection
Locked snapshots require password to view or restore
Sync Control (Premium Required)
- Toggle cloud sync for individual snapshots
- Control which snapshots are shared between devices
- Manage storage and bandwidth usage
Export Snapshot
- Export snapshot data as a file
- Create local backup of snapshots
- Share with other users or devices
Copy Snapshot
- Create a copy of existing snapshot
- Edit without affecting the original snapshot
- Create variants of snapshots
Batch Operations
Select Multiple Snapshots
Use checkboxes to select snapshots to operate on
Or use Ctrl+click to select multiple items
View batch operation options in the toolbar
Available Batch Operations
- Batch Delete: Delete multiple snapshots at once
- Batch Export: Export multiple snapshots as a single file
- Batch Tag Management: Add or remove tags for multiple snapshots
- Batch Sync Settings: Change sync status for multiple snapshots
Organization Features
Search and Filter
Search Functions
- Title Search: Find snapshots by name
- Content Search: Search within tab titles and URLs
- Date Range: Find snapshots created in specific time periods
- Device Filter: Filter by creation device
Filter Options
- Type Filter: Manual vs auto snapshots
- Sync Status: Synced vs local only
- Lock Status: Locked vs unlocked
- Pin Status: Pinned vs unpinned
Sort Options
- Creation Date: Most recent or oldest snapshots first
- Title Alphabetical: A-Z or Z-A
- Size: Sort by tab count
- Device Name: Group by creation device
Tag System (Premium Required)
- Add custom tags to snapshots
- Categorize and organize snapshots by tags
- Use tags for advanced filtering and search
Storage Management
Storage Usage
- View storage space used by each snapshot
- Monitor total storage usage
- Identify large snapshots for cleanup
Auto Cleanup
- Configure automatic deletion rules
- Set limits based on age, count, or size
- Exclude pinned snapshots from auto cleanup
Manual Cleanup
- Regularly review and delete unneeded snapshots
- Use batch operations to clean multiple items
- Export important snapshots before deletion
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Snapshots Not Showing
- Check filter and search settings
- Verify sync status (if using cloud sync)
- Refresh page or restart extension
Restore Failed
- Ensure target URLs are still accessible
- Check browser permission settings
- Try restoring to new window instead of replacing
Sync Issues
- Verify internet connection
- Check premium account status
- Sign out and sign back into sync service
Performance Optimization
- Regularly clean old or unneeded snapshots
- Limit the number of auto snapshots
- Use filters instead of loading all snapshots
The snapshot management interface gives you complete control over your saved browsing sessions, ensuring you can easily organize, find, and restore any saved work state.