1. Getting Started
Before you can create or view notes:
Install the dScribe Guide Plugin
Download and install the dScribe Guide browser extension or plugin from your preferred browser’s extension store.
Once installed, you will see the dScribe Guide icon in your browser’s toolbar.
Sign In
Click the dScribe Guide icon to open the extension panel.
Sign in with your dScribe Guide account or create one if you’re a new user.
With these steps, you’re ready to start creating and viewing notes!
2. Creating a Note and Adding It to the Page
dScribe Guide allows you to leave a note on any webpage surface. This is perfect for general instructions that apply to the entire page or site.
Open the Page
Navigate to the webpage where you want to add a note.
Launch dScribe Guide
Click the dScribe Guide icon in your browser’s toolbar to open the extension.
Start Note Creation
In the extension panel, click the “Create Note” button.
Enter Note Content
A pop-up or side panel will appear where you can type or paste your note content.
You can format text, add links, or embed images (if supported).
Save the Note
Click “Save”.
A hotspot (icon) will appear on the page, representing your note.
Tip: If you make a mistake or want to edit your note, simply click edit note in the dScribe extension.
3. Creating a Note and Attaching It to a Page Element
For more specific guidance—such as explaining how to use a certain button, field, or menu—you can attach a note directly to an element on the page. This ensures that your note moves or stays aligned with that element.
Open the Page and Launch dScribe Guide
Navigate to the target webpage and open the dScribe Guide extension panel.
Create a New Note
Click “Create Note” > "Add note to page element" in the extension panel.
Select the Element
Hover over the specific button, image, or field you want to attach the note to.
Click once to attach the note to this element.
Add Note Content
A text editor will appear. Write or paste your instructions, guidance, or any relevant information for that element.
Save the Note
Click “Save”.
The hotspot now appears right on top of (or aligned to) the chosen element. When users click that hotspot, your note will appear.
4. Viewing and Interacting with a Hotspot
From an end user’s perspective, seeing and interacting with a note is straightforward:
Install the dScribe Guide Plugin
Users must also have the dScribe Guide plugin installed to see any hotspots and notes.
Hotspot Icons
On any page containing dScribe Guide notes, the user will see hotspot icons (e.g., circular icons).
Click the Hotspot
When a user clicks the hotspot, a pop-up box with the note content will appear.
The note might include text, links, images, or any additional formatting you provided.
Closing the Note
The user can close the note by clicking outside the pop-up or on the “Close” (X) button (if present).
1. Keep Notes Concise: Users prefer short, direct instructions. If more detail is needed, consider linking to external documentation.
2. Do not create too many notes: too many notes are hard to maintain and hard to use.
3. Use Descriptive Titles: If the plugin allows titles or headings, use clear, descriptive labels so users know what the note is about before clicking.
4. Organize Notes Sequentially: If you have multiple notes on a complex page, label or number them in the order your users should view them.
5. Regularly Update Notes: If the webpage or app interface changes, don’t forget to update your notes accordingly.