In simple English
Pagewalk is a browser extension that records your clicks and typing to make step-by-step guides. It takes a screenshot at every step automatically. Every piece of data stays inside your browser storage. You do not need an account or a server. The tool is free and open-source.
What it is
A Manifest V3 Chrome extension written in vanilla JavaScript that records browser actions and creates exportable walkthroughs. It saves all data locally in IndexedDB without any cloud connection.
What it is good for
Solo builders who need to make tutorials, bug reports, or customer onboarding guides without sending sensitive screen captures to third-party cloud services.
- Runs entirely in your browser with zero network requests or telemetry.
- Exports finished guides to PDF, Markdown, or standalone HTML files.
- Includes a live replay mode that highlights DOM elements on the actual website.
- Requires Google Chrome or a compatible browser that supports unpacked extensions.
- Only captures the visible viewport for screenshots due to browser extension limits.
- Early-stage beta software with potential rough edges and breaking changes.
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1. Download or clone this repository to your computer. 2. Open chrome://extensions in your Chrome browser. 3. Turn on the Developer mode toggle in the top right corner. 4. Click Load unpacked and select the downloaded folder.