What is the Spekit Chrome Extension?
The Spekit Chrome Extension is a powerful tool that allows Spekit users to seamlessly interact with Spekit's knowledge base directly within web-based applications. Whether you're viewing embedded Speks, searching for specific content, or engaging with Knowledge Checks, the extension ensures your knowledge is always at your fingertips without leaving your workflow.
How does a user download the Extension?
The extension can also be enabled on all Chromium platforms (Ex. Microsoft Edge).
1.) Login to the Spekit Web App.
2.) Go to the Spekit Chrome Extension on the Chrome Web Store.
3.) Click Add to Chrome. The browser will refresh as the extension is added and your account is authenticated.
4.) The extension will appear expanded on the web browser window.
5.) At the top of the web browser to the right of the URL, click the puzzle piece.
6.) Click the pin icon next to Spekit. This will allow the spekit icon to be easily accessible.
Note: If you are unable to see the purple tab, the web browser may need to be refreshed or the Extension will need to be enabled for that site.
Note: The extension may not appear on every site. Here are instructions on how to enable the Extension on specific Web Apps.
What can Viewers do with the Extension?
Once installed and enabled, viewers can interact with the Spekit Chrome Extension in the following ways:
- View Embedded Speks: See contextually relevant Speks embedded within your web pages.
- Search for Speks: Use the search bar to find specific Speks quickly.
- See Topics Based on Web Application: View content tailored to the web application you're using.
- View Published Spotlights: Stay updated with important company announcements and key resources.
- Receive Notifications: Get notified about new or updated Speks.
- Complete Knowledge Checks: Engage with knowledge checks to test your understanding.
- Provide Feedback: Offer feedback using emojis or ask an Expert for clarification.
What can Account Admins, Team Admins, and Experts do with the Extension?
In addition to the above capabilities, Account Admins, Team Admins, and Experts can create and manage content directly from the Spekit Chrome Extension. This includes:
- Speks: Create bite-sized, custom knowledge resources.
- Spotlights: Share key updates and announcements.
- Topics: Organize your knowledge base for easy navigation.
- Knowledge Checks: Design quizzes to reinforce learning.
- Flows: Build guided workflows for your team.
For more details, check out these help articles on creating content:
- How to Create a Spek
- How to Create Spotlight
- How to Create Topic
- How to Create a Knowledge Check
- How to Create a Flow
How can I create knowledge from any workflow?
Speks are small, actionable pieces of knowledge that can be used to document processes, steps, or terminology within your company. The Spekit Chrome Extension allows you to create Speks from any web application in your tech stack without interrupting your workflow.
To create knowledge from any web app:
- Open the application where you want to create the content.
- Click the Spekit Chrome Extension icon.
- Select the option to create a new Spek or other content.
- Follow the simple prompts to document your process, adding it to your knowledge base instantly.
This allows you to seamlessly build your knowledge library on the go, empowering your team to access and contribute to critical resources whenever needed.