Create automated scenarios.

Latest Version

Version
1.2.1
Update
September 28, 2019
Size
33.59KiB
Developer
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
3 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Tabs
Storage
Notifications
Http://*/*
Https://*/*

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Automation Extension

Record user's interactions on web pages with Automation extension, and automate testing scenarios.

Automation also permit to edit steps with specific actions like timer, redirect, insert of JavaScript codes, etc.

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This extension is subject to sync storage quotas https://developer.chrome.com/apps/storage#properties.

Nb: Automation remains distributed \"as it\".
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Automation", "short_name": "Automation", "description": "Create automated scenarios.", "version": "1.2.1", "manifest_version": 2, "icons": { "128": "files/img/icon128.png" }, "permissions": ["tabs", "storage", "notifications", "http://*/*", "https://*/*", ""], "background": { "scripts": ["files/js/background.js"] }, "devtools_page": "devtools.html", "browser_action": { "default_icon": "files/img/icon128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Automation extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Automation 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 Automation extension file

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

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User reviews

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geoff ree (ID: 000000451a3d31bb) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/04/2023 worked perfect for me. one of the simplest and best if not THE BEST automation ext ive tried. and ive tried them all. The only thing i wonder is does the automation always run on that page if visited agian, how can i turn it to always be on so when i visit that site, it always runs the automation?

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张杰(Mr.K) (ID: 0000000cc3762c7d) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 07/31/2023 在最新的版本 115.0.5790.110(正式版本) (64 位)无法使用,点击图标无任何反映。 In the latest version 115.0.5790.110 (official version) (64-bit), it cannot be used, and clicking the icon does not reflect anything.

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Jonatan Gonzalez (ID: 000000611904acaf) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/23/2022 Muy Util

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Jack Dawson (ID: 000000aaaa70b26e) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 07/10/2020 not working need to be updated!

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Attila Nagy (ID: 000000ad5eca04a6) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 02/04/2020 Create buttons not working. Update: Still nothing happens First time it was Win7, no idea about the chrome version. Now Win10 Version 79.0.3945.130 (Official Build) (64-bit) Funny its still buggy like hell...