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developerWorks  >  Lotus  >  Forums & community  >  Lotus Notes 8 Tips

Lotus Notes 8 Tips

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Lots of people subscribe to news, blogs and other types of content using Really Simple Syndication (RSS) and Atom feed readers.   Notes 8 software makes it easier to keep on top of your favorite RSS and Atom feeds while staying focused on your daily tasks.  The Notes 8  feed reader is a customizable plug-in for the Notes 8 sidebar.  

Image:RSS and Atom Feeds


The feed reader in Notes 8 comes with this Notes 8 Tips blog pre-configured.  You can add new RSS or Atom feeds  easily by clicking on the "Subscribe to Feed" button.   You simple enter the URL of the RSS or Atom feed in the "Add New Subscription" dialogue box. .

Image:RSS and Atom Feeds


Image:RSS and Atom Feeds

Once you've entered the URL of the RSS or Atom feed you want, you'll be given a chance to manage the parameters of this new subscription including the name that appears in your list of subscription feeds, how often to check for updates, and how long to keep entries.

Image:RSS and Atom Feeds

You can also edit all the parameters of your existing feeds by simply right clicking on the feed name and selecting the appropriate action from the menu list.

Image:RSS and Atom Feeds

Did you know?
If you're using a browser that supports tabs, you can add RSS and Atom content to the Notes 8 feed reader by simply dragging the tab from your browser into the sidebar.

James Pouliopoulos | 17 September 2007 03:23:27 PM ET | | (0)

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