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guided. Browser Extension: Simplifying Content Creation
guided. Browser Extension: Simplifying Content Creation

This article will explain what the extension does, how to use it, and the significant value it brings to your content creation process.

Updated over 4 months ago

What is the guided. Browser Extension?

The guided. browser extension is a simple yet powerful add-on for your web browser that allows you to easily capture your screen activity. It's the starting point for creating engaging interactive tours, step-by-step guides, and how-to videos in guided.


Key Features

  1. One-Click Recording: Start capturing your screen with a single click or keyboard shortcut.

  2. Automatic Click Tracking: The extension automatically captures your mouse clicks and keyboard entries, making it easy to create interactive content later.

  3. Seamless Integration: Recordings are automatically sent to your guided. web app for editing and publishing.


How to Install the Extension

From the Chrome Web Store

  1. The Chrome Web Store extension will work also work for Edge, Brave, Opera and many other browsers.

  2. Click 'Get', 'Add', or 'Install' from the listing page (the exact language will vary from browser to browser.

From the guided. studio dashboard

  1. Click 'Install Extension' button at the top of the guided. studio dashboard

  2. A new tab will open with the Chrome Web Store's listing page for the guided. browser extension

  3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

We recommend pinning the extension to your browser's menu bar after the installation is complete.


How to Use the Extension

Direct from the browser

  1. Navigate to the page where you'd like to capture content.

  2. Click the guided. icon in your browser toolbar.

  3. Click "Start Recording" or use the keyboard shortcut (default is CTRL+E).

  4. Perform the actions you want to capture.

  5. Click the guided. icon again or use the keyboard shortcut to stop recording.

  6. Your recording will automatically open in the guided. web app for editing in another tab.

From the guided. studio web application

  1. Click the 'New Project' button from your guided. studio dashboard

  2. Select the 'Record with Extension' option

  3. Select the open tab from your browser where you would like the recording to begin.

  4. You'll be automatically re-directed to that tab. Click the guided. logo in your toolbar as shown in Step 2 of launching the extension from your browser.


The Value of the guided. Browser Extension

1. Simplicity and Speed

The extension simplifies the content creation process, allowing you to start capturing content with just one click. This speed and simplicity mean you can create more content in less time.

2. Flexibility

Whether you're creating a product demo, a software tutorial, or a customer support guide, the extension's flexible capture options ensure you can record exactly what you need.

3. High-Quality Capture

The extension captures high-resolution video, ensuring your content looks and sounds professional.

4. Automatic Interactivity

By tracking your clicks and keyboard entries automatically, the extension lays the groundwork for creating interactive content without any extra effort on your part.

5. Seamless Workflow

The direct integration with the guided. web app means you can go from capturing to editing to publishing without switching between multiple tools or dealing with file transfers.

6. Consistency Across Formats

Because all three output formats (tours, guides, and videos) start from the same high-quality recording, you ensure consistency across your content.

7. Reduced Learning Curve

The intuitive nature of the extension means that anyone in your organization can create professional-quality content, regardless of their technical expertise.


Best Practices

  1. Plan Before Recording

    Have a clear idea of what you want to demonstrate before you start recording.

  2. Use a Clean Desktop

    Close unnecessary applications and clear your desktop before recording.

  3. Practice Your Actions

    Run through your intended actions once before recording to ensure smooth navigation.

  4. Keep It Concise

    Aim for recordings under 5 minutes. For longer processes, consider breaking them into multiple recordings.

  5. Use Keyboard Shortcuts

    Familiarize yourself with the keyboard shortcuts for a smoother recording process.


Troubleshooting

  • Extension Not Recording: Ensure you've granted the necessary permissions for screen recording in your browser settings.

  • Recording Lag: Close other resource-intensive applications to improve performance during recording.


FAQs

Q: Can I edit my recording in the extension?

A: No, editing is done in the guided. web application after recording.

Q: Is there a limit to how long I can record?

A: While there's no strict limit, we recommend keeping recordings under 5 minutes for optimal performance and user engagement.

Q: Can I use the extension on any website?

A: Yes, you can use the guided. extension to record any visible content in your browser.


The guided. browser extension is more than just a screen recorder - it's the foundation of effortless, high-quality content creation. By simplifying the capture process, it allows you to focus on what matters most: creating valuable, engaging content for your audience.

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