Generate k6 browser tests without coding using Chrome Recorder.

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k6 DevTools Recorder Extension

With k6 browser, you can run browser tests alongside other types of k6 tests. It’s ideal for checking the performance and functionality of your web app while load testing your backend.

The k6 DevTools Recorder makes creating k6 browser tests a breeze:

- Just navigate through your web app, and it’ll automatically capture every event in your session.
- Export the recording as a k6 browser test (tweak it if you want) and run it from your local machine or Grafana Cloud k6.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "k6 DevTools Recorder", "version": "1.0.1", "description": "Generate k6 browser tests without coding using Chrome Recorder.", "icons": { "16": "icons/k6-playback-16.png", "32": "icons/k6-playback-32.png", "48": "icons/k6-playback-48.png", "128": "icons/k6-playback-128.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js", "type": "module" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "devtools_page": "devtools.html"}
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How to download and manually install k6 DevTools Recorder extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install k6 DevTools Recorder extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install k6 DevTools Recorder extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install k6 DevTools Recorder extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download k6 DevTools Recorder extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a k6 DevTools Recorder extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the k6 DevTools Recorder Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the k6 DevTools Recorder extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the k6 DevTools Recorder extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for k6 DevTools Recorder extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the k6 DevTools Recorder extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download k6 DevTools Recorder extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install k6 DevTools Recorder extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the k6 DevTools Recorder extension file

Select and download the k6 DevTools Recorder extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the k6 DevTools Recorder extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your k6 DevTools Recorder extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the k6 DevTools Recorder extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install k6 DevTools Recorder extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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