On a laptop, open Netflix in a browser and click “My List” at the top menu to open your saved shows and movies.
If you opened Netflix on a notebook and can’t spot your saved queue, you’re not alone. The “My List” page is easy to reach on a computer, yet it hides behind labels and profile quirks. This guide gives you the exact clicks on the web and the Windows app, plus fixes when the row looks missing. You’ll also see tips to tidy the queue and keep it useful.
Find The My List Menu On A Laptop
On a computer, the quickest route is through a web browser. Sign in at Netflix.com. At the top navigation bar, look for the link or tab labeled “My List.” Click it once, and the full page of saved titles appears. Hover over any card to start, resume, or manage the entry. This works in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, and most Chromium clones.
Don’t see the tab? Shrinked windows can collapse the top bar. Maximize the window or press Ctrl + + to zoom in on Windows, or Cmd + + on macOS, then check again. You can also type netflix.com/browse/my-list in the address bar and press Enter; it jumps straight to the page after you sign in.
Netflix’s help page spells this out: the web experience places a “My List” link at the top of the screen, and you can add or remove items with the plus or checkmark icons. How to use “My List” explains the exact icons, the row behavior, and limits in plain terms.
Open The Watchlist In The Windows App
Many laptops run the Microsoft Store app for Netflix. In that app, open the side menu and look for the section named “My List.” The layout mirrors the web, though some controls live in title pages. If the app feels dated or buggy, switch to the browser for clean access; the web page is the most stable route on a computer.
The Windows app sometimes caches an old layout after updates. If the section won’t load, sign out, close the app, reopen it, and sign in again. You can also reset the app via Windows Settings > Apps > Netflix > Advanced options > Reset. This does not cancel your account; it only clears local data on that device.
Add Titles To Your Queue From A Laptop
There are two fast ways to save something:
- From a title card on the home page, hover and click the + icon to save it. A checkmark means it’s saved.
- On a title’s detail page, click + or Save. The button flips to a checkmark when it lands in your list.
You can store a huge queue. Netflix allows up to 2,000 TV shows and movies per profile, and items can drop off only when you remove them or the title leaves your region. That limit comes straight from Netflix’s guidance on the feature. See the My List rules.
Clean Up Or Reorder Items
On the desktop site, you remove an item by hovering over the card in the list and clicking the checkmark icon. That unsaves the title. On phones and tablets, there’s a dedicated My Netflix tab with filters and sort options like Date Added and A–Z. Those mobile sorts don’t change the order on the laptop view, but the web list still bubbles fresh adds and time-sensitive picks to the top.
If entries look out of place because of half-watched shows, prune the “Continue Watching” row too. Netflix documents a quick way to clear that row on supported devices and browsers. The steps live here: remove titles from the “Continue Watching” row. Fewer leftovers mean a tidier home page and a cleaner watchlist feel.
My List Doesn’t Show Up? Try These Fixes
Switch Out Of A Kids Profile
Kids profiles show a simplified interface and can hide features. Click the profile picture at the top right and pick an adult profile. If you need to change limits or create a standard profile, use Netflix’s account settings for maturity ratings and title blocks. Full steps sit in the Help Center’s guide on ratings and restrictions.
Check Region Availability
When a title leaves your country, it disappears from the queue until it returns. That’s normal and tied to licensing. If you added a show while traveling, it can vanish at home too. The watchlist itself remains, but some cards go missing until the rights reopen.
Confirm You’re On The Web Experience
Old bookmarks or third-party launchers can open an embedded view that lacks the top bar. Always open Netflix from a fresh browser tab and sign in. If you use multiple profiles, pick the right one before checking the list page.
Clear A Stuck App Cache
On Windows, app cache can stall the watchlist section. Reset the app in Settings, or uninstall and reinstall from the Microsoft Store. Then relaunch and try the side menu again. If problems persist, open the browser and use the direct page for reliable access.
Make The Top Bar Visible
Browser zoom or window size can hide labels. Tap F11 to toggle full screen. Then press Ctrl + 0 (Windows) or Cmd + 0 (macOS) to reset zoom. The “My List” label should appear next to “TV Shows,” “Movies,” or the search icon.
Speed Moves For Laptop Users
These quick tips help you reach and manage the page without hunting through rows:
- Bookmark the page: Save netflix.com/browse/my-list in your browser. One click takes you straight to the queue.
- Use search: Press / on the home page to jump to search, type a title, open it, then hit +.
- Trim leftovers: Clear stale picks from “Continue Watching” to make suggestions feel fresh on the home feed.
- Profile picker: Tap your avatar at the top right to switch profiles before opening the watchlist.
Why Titles Move Up And Down
The list is not a strict A–Z on desktop. Netflix prioritizes what you added lately, shows with new seasons, and entries set to leave soon. That’s why a show you saved months ago can slide down while a fresh save jumps to the front. If you want manual sorting, use the mobile app’s sort views for quick curation while keeping the web list for browsing and playback.
When The Queue Seems Full
If your watchlist won’t add a new show, you might be close to the per-profile cap. Remove a few titles you don’t plan to watch and try again. Power users who add across profiles can spread picks by theme: one profile for originals, one for documentaries, and one for family night. That split keeps each list fast to scan.
Privacy, Ratings, And Shared Devices
Laptops in a shared space can lead to mixed picks. Use a separate profile for each viewer and lock adult profiles with a PIN. Ratings on Netflix guide what appears when kids sign in, and blocked titles won’t show up in searches or lists for that profile. Netflix explains the maturity system and profile settings on its Help Center pages.
Paths To The Watchlist Across Devices
The core steps stay short across screens. Here’s a compact map you can scan when moving between setups.
| Device Or App | Where To Open | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Web Browser On Laptop | Top menu → “My List” | Full page with hover actions; direct URL works. |
| Windows Store App | Side menu → “My List” | Reset app if the section stalls. |
| Phone Or Tablet | My Netflix tab → My List | Filter and sort by A–Z, Date, or Release. |
Keep The Queue Fresh
Small habits keep your list useful instead of bloated. Add with intention, remove fast if a pilot doesn’t land, and sweep the row after big events like a series finale. If you bounced off a show, clear it from “Continue Watching” to stop it from dominating the front page. That keeps discovery lively and the list focused.
Quick Troubleshooting Checklist
- The link is missing: open the browser, reset zoom, and look at the top menu again.
- The page won’t load in the app: sign out, reset the app, or switch to the browser.
- Kids view hides the section: switch to an adult profile or adjust settings.
- A title vanished: it likely left the catalog in your region; it returns if rights come back.
- Plenty of clutter: remove a few items, then add new picks in small batches.
My List Vs. Ratings And Thumbs
Saving a title and rating a title do two different jobs. The watchlist stores picks you plan to watch. A thumbs up or down feeds the recommendation engine. You can do both: save a show for later and mark similar items you like, which trains suggestions without stuffing the queue with hundreds of names.
Smart Ways To Use Profiles With A Watchlist
Profiles keep lists separate so tastes don’t mix. Give each profile a name and icon. Turn on a PIN for adult profiles to prevent mix-ups on shared laptops. For a child’s space, set a maturity level that fits their age. That setting limits what appears on search and on lists for that profile, which keeps the watchlist cleaner on a family machine.
Handy Keyboard Tips On Desktop
While browsing, Space pauses, Enter plays, and M mutes. Arrow keys nudge forward. These shortcuts trim clicks when you’re adding or cleaning the queue.
Method Notes: Sources
Interface details and limits come from Netflix’s Help Center. See: How to use “My List” and remove titles from the “Continue Watching” row.