To remove:
To reinstall, follow download methods in Section 4.
If you use Chrome profiles (Work vs. Personal), you must install the extension for each profile separately. Navigate to chrome://extensions/ while logged into the desired profile. winautomation chrome extension download
A typical data entry process might involve copying data from a legacy internal web app (HTTP) to a modern SaaS portal (HTTPS). The extension maintains session persistence, allowing you to close tabs, open new URLs, and switch between domains without losing your automation context.
Looking to automate browser tasks with WinAutomation? Follow these quick steps to download and install the WinAutomation (browser) extension for Chrome so your automations can control web pages. To remove:
There are two primary methods to obtain the extension. Method 1 is the recommended approach as it ensures compatibility with your installed WinAutomation version.
Before downloading, ensure the following: To reinstall, follow download methods in Section 4
| Component | Requirement |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| WinAutomation Version | 10.x or higher (legacy versions may use different extension mechanisms) |
| Chrome Browser | Latest stable version (or up to 6 months old) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 / Windows 11 / Windows Server 2016+ |
| Chrome Extension ID | cnkjkbdlgeokjgggcfmagjncoofbkpkk (official) |
| Network Access | Access to Chrome Web Store (if installing via store) or local file system |
The extension acts as a bridge between WinAutomation’s automation engine and the Chrome browser. Without it, actions like Navigate to URL, Get Text from Web Page, Click on Web Page, and Extract Data from Web Page may fail or behave unpredictably. Key functions include:
Cause: Corporate Group Policies or aggressive antivirus software (like McAfee or Symantec) is removing "unmanaged" extensions. Solution: