Chrome Extension

The Process Intelligence (PI) Chrome Extension is a lightweight, browser-based solution designed to simplify task mining for web applications. As an alternative to the Windows Agent, it ensures quick setup and cross-platform compatibility, supporting both Windows and Mac operating systems.

Key Benefits

• Cross-Platform Compatibility: The Chrome Extension extends functionality beyond Windows, enabling Mac users to seamlessly participate in task mining activities.

• Quick and Easy Setup: Available in the Google Chrome Extension Store, the extension can be installed and configured quickly, enabling rapid deployment and testing.

• Platform for Browser-Based Features: This extension lays the groundwork for new ProcessMaker features that integrate directly within your web browser environment.

Important: Do not use the Chrome Extension and Windows Agent simultaneously, as they are designed to operate independently.

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Installing the PI Chrome Extension

Follow these steps to install the Chrome extension:

1. Download and install the extension from the Google Chrome Extension Store.

2. Contact your PI Admin to obtain your invitation token.

3. Open the extension settings, paste the token into the License Token field, and click Apply.

4. Verify the connection by checking that the Data Collection Status indicator turns green.

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Windows Agent vs. Chrome Extension

The table below highlights the key differences between the Windows Agent and the Chrome Extension:

Feature	Windows Agent	Chrome Extension
Installation Source	Downloadable MSI from Admin Panel	Chrome Extension Store
Setup Method	IT-managed or by end users	User-managed installation
Supported Systems	Desktop and web applications	Web applications only
Supported Browsers	Chrome, Edge, Opera, Firefox	Chrome and Edge
Supported Operating Systems	Windows 11	Windows and MacOS
Process Identifier Collection	Title, URL, or Metadata	Title or URL
X-Ray Functionality	Yes	No
Application Catalog	Full	Manual refresh required
Heartbeat Monitoring	Yes	No

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Accessing Collected Data

Follow these steps to review the data sent to the PI Cloud:

1. Open the Extensions menu in your browser.

2. Click the Service worker option to access the DevTools Console.

   
3. The console will display logs of the collected process data.

   

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Disabling or Uninstalling the Extension

Follow these steps to pause or remove the Chrome Extension:

1. Go to your browser’s Extensions menu.

2. Disable the extension or remove it like any other browser extension.

   

Disabling the extension immediately stops data collection.