Catch a link in Capture while you are browsing, then send it to Instapaper. Save a captured link to Instapaper with a direct, zero-configuration handoff.
A quick capture workflow for Instapaper
- 01Catch it
Write or share the thought into Capture while it is fresh.
- 02Keep moving
Save the Capture without stopping to organize the destination.
- 03Send to Instapaper
Use your configured export action when the capture is ready.
What gets sent to Instapaper
- The absolute URL is sent to Instapaper with Capture identified as the source.
Set up Instapaper in Capture
- Open Capture Settings, choose Export, then tap Configure if this is your first destination or Add new destination.
- Choose Instapaper from the app picker.
- Install Instapaper, add the destination, and save; there are no extra fields.
- Review the destination name and icon, then tap Save.
Supported Capture types
This destination appears only for content it can receive.
Links
Fields and options
Example: a quick capture to Instapaper
Capture an article URL and export it to Instapaper to add it to your reading queue.
Send the capture
- Open an existing Capture and choose its configured Instapaper export action.
- Capture hands off only the supported types listed above. Complete any confirmation or compose screen shown by Instapaper.
Limits and troubleshooting
Limits
- Only link captures are supported; plain text, phone numbers, images, and files are not offered.
Troubleshooting
- If the Instapaper button does not appear, confirm the Capture is recognized as a URL.
- If nothing opens, reinstall or update Instapaper so its x-callback URL is registered.
