Set Up an RSS Feed and Never Miss an ALSC Blog Post

The ALSC blog has a new post almost every day – but are you having trouble remembering to visit the blog and see the latest content? One solution is to set up an RSS Feed for yourself.

Really Simple Syndicate (RSS) Feeds allow you to gather and organize updates from your favorite online content, such as blogs and podcasts, in one easy space. Here’s a step-by-step guide to setting up your own feed and adding the ALSC blog to it!

Step 1 – Choose a RSS Feed Reader

The first step to creating your feed is to choose the feed reader that’s right for you. Readers range from simple to complex, with various levels of customization. Also be aware that some readers will charge a fee, especially if you plan to do a large amount of customization – before you pay for any, be sure to read reviews to decide which one is right for you.

I personally use the RSS Feed Reader extension for Google Chrome, but other options include Feedly’s News Reader, NewsBlur, and  Inoreader.

Step 2 – Add the ALSC Blog Feed to Your Reader

The ALSC blog feed’s URL is https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/feed – in your RSS Feed Reader, navigate to where you can add a feed, paste this address into it, and add it to your feed.

If you’re using the RSS Feed Reader Chrome extension, this is done by clicking the “add feed” button in the left-hand column:

Then add the URL into the text box and click “follow” to add it to your feed:

Step 3 – Customize Your RSS Feed

Feed Readers have various levels of customization based on what reader you are using. This includes setting up notifications, enabling email digests, choosing a design theme, and creating rules so that you only see certain content from feeds.

Be sure to explore the many options for whatever feed reader you choose!

RSS Feeds not only allow you to keep up-to-date on content from sites and creators you like, but also take control over the information you receive – an incredibly useful tool in the age of doomscrolling and endless algorithms. If you’ve never used an RSS feed before, give it a try with our blog and see how you like it!

Featured Image: “Land on the Moon 7 21 1969” – taken from WikiCommons

Screenshots by Gavin Damore, ALSC Staff Member

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 The ALSC blog has a new post almost every day – but are you having trouble remembering to visit the blog and see the latest content? One solution is to set up an RSS Feed for yourself. Really Simple Syndicate (RSS) Feeds allow you to gather and organize updates from your favorite online content, such as blogs and podcasts, in one easy space. Here’s a step-by-step guide to setting up your own feed and adding the ALSC blog to it! Step 1 – Choose a RSS Feed Reader The first step to creating your feed is to choose the feed reader that’s right for you. Readers range from simple to complex, with various levels of customization. Also be aware that some readers will charge a fee, especially if you plan to do a large amount of customization – before you pay for any, be sure to read reviews to decide…
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