Basic Information
Q: What is the guided. browser extension?
A: The guided. browser extension is a 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.
Q: What are the main features of the guided. extension?
A: The key features of the guided. browser extension include:
One-Click Recording: Start capturing your screen with a single click or keyboard shortcut.
Automatic Click Tracking: The extension automatically captures your mouse clicks and keyboard entries.
Seamless Integration: Recordings are automatically sent to your guided. web app for editing and publishing.
Installation
Q: How do I install the guided. extension?
A: You can install the guided. extension in two ways:
From the Chrome Web Store: Search for guided. and click 'Get', 'Add', or 'Install'.
From the guided. studio dashboard: Click the 'Install Extension' button at the top of the dashboard, which will open the Chrome Web Store listing.
Q: Is the guided. extension only available for Chrome?
A: While the extension is available through the Chrome Web Store, it also works for other browsers like Edge, Brave, and Opera.
Usage
Q: How do I start recording with the guided. extension?
A: To start recording:
Navigate to the page you want to capture.
Click the guided. icon in your browser toolbar.
Click "Start Recording" or use the keyboard shortcut (default is CTRL+E).
Perform the actions you want to capture.
Click the guided. icon again or use the keyboard shortcut to stop recording.
Q: Can I start a recording from the guided. web application?
A: Yes, you can start a recording from the guided. studio web application:
Click the 'New Project' button from your guided. studio dashboard.
Select the 'Record with Extension' option.
Choose the open tab from your browser where you want the recording to begin.
You'll be automatically redirected to that tab and the recording will begin.
Q: What happens after I finish recording?
A: After you stop recording, your capture will automatically open in the guided. web app for editing in another tab.
Q: Is there a keyboard shortcut for starting and stopping recording?
A: Yes, the default keyboard shortcut for starting and stopping recording is CTRL+E.
Q: What types of content can I create with the guided. extension?
A: You can use the guided. extension to create interactive tours, step-by-step guides, and how-to videos.
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, it's recommended to keep 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.
Best Practices
Q: What should I do before starting a recording?
A: Before recording, it's best to:
Plan what you want to demonstrate.
Close unnecessary applications and clear your desktop.
Practice your actions once before recording.
Q: How can I ensure my recording looks professional?
A: To ensure a professional-looking recording:
Use a clean desktop with unnecessary applications closed.
Plan your actions beforehand.
Keep your recording concise (under 5 minutes if possible).
Use keyboard shortcuts for smoother navigation.
Troubleshooting
Q: What should I do if the extension is not recording?
A: If the extension is not recording, ensure you've granted the necessary permissions for screen recording in your browser settings.
Q: What if I experience lag during recording?
A: If you experience lag during recording, try closing other resource-intensive applications to improve performance.
Advanced Features
Q: Does the extension automatically track my mouse clicks?
A: Yes, the extension automatically captures your mouse clicks and keyboard entries, making it easy to create interactive content later.
Q: How does the guided. extension integrate with the web application?
A: The extension seamlessly integrates with the guided. web app. Your recordings are automatically sent to the web app for editing and publishing.
Q: Can multiple people in my organization use the extension?
A: Yes, the intuitive nature of the extension means that anyone in your organization can create professional-quality content, regardless of their technical expertise.
Q: How does the extension help maintain consistency across different content formats?
A: Because all three output formats (tours, guides, and videos) start from the same high-quality recording, you ensure consistency across your content.
Miscellaneous
Q: Is the guided. extension free to use?
A: The extension itself is free to install, but you'll need a guided. account to use its full functionality. Check the guided. website for current pricing information.
Q: How do I update the guided. extension?
A: Most browsers will automatically update extensions. However, you can manually check for updates in your browser's extension management page.
Q: Can I use the guided. extension on mobile devices?
A: The guided. extension is designed for desktop browsers. It's not currently available for mobile devices.