Debug and test tag management (Google Tag Manager, DTM, Tealium) and analytics implementations.

Latest Version

Version
1.5.1
Update
June 5, 2021
Size
417KiB
Developer
dataslayer.org
Category
Users
100,000+
Rating
4.6 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
Storage
Http://*/*
Https://*/*
Notifications
WebNavigation
DeclarativeWebRequest
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dataslayer Extension

dataslayer adds a panel to Chrome Developer Tools that monitors tag management data layers and displays changes in an easy-to-read, user-friendly format.

Supported TMS/variables include:
- Google Tag Manager dataLayer variable
- Adobe Launch rules and data elements
- Adobe DTM page load rules and detection
- Tealium data layer
- TagCommander data layer
- custom data layers (any variable represented as a JavaScript object)

dataslayer supports multiple data layers / GTM containers on a single page, including those in embedded iframes.

dataslayer also decodes and displays tags (including pageviews, variables, and click events) from:
- Google Analytics (including App + Web, Universal Analytics / analytics.js, dc.js, and ga.js)
- Adobe Analytics / Omniture SiteCatalyst
- Floodlight

If you're using a beta or dev channel of Chrome, you can optionally enable blocking of captured tags to prevent data pollution.

For feature requests and bug reports, please either use the 'Send Feedback' option in the Chrome Web Store or reach out directly to [email protected].

Source lives at https://github.com/sean-adams/dataslayer if you'd like to contribute!
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install dataslayer extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install dataslayer 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 dataslayer extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install dataslayer extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download dataslayer extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a dataslayer 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 dataslayer Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the dataslayer extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the dataslayer extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for dataslayer 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 dataslayer 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 dataslayer extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install dataslayer 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 dataslayer extension file

Select and download the dataslayer 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 dataslayer 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 dataslayer 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 dataslayer 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 dataslayer extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Joe Marshall (ID: 0000009c1ce10809) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/30/2023 Lets you see events from previous sessions, which is what I needed it for.

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sammy boy (ID: 000000b0fcc4e302) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/02/2022 if its got a Slayer background image, it worth it

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Bogdan Nazaruk (ID: 0000004c1e160ab5) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/28/2022 The interface is really awkward. It would be nice to rework how the data is presented. Becomes hard to work with. But the backend is amazing. Just looked through the source to see how it gets all DEs. _satellite._container.dataElements Pretty cool. Didn't realize _satellite gave access to all DEs.

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Steven Carr (ID: 00000099abcf675c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/26/2021 Works great! Easy to use and allows you to see quickly what's happening with your tagging and data.

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René Arias (ID: 000000245fbecaa2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/28/2021 Me Encantaba el logo de Slayer como identificador de la extensión. Es una Herramienta Genial y simple!!!