Test Observer - The Observatron

The Observatron observes things in the browser

Test Observer - The Observatron

Test Observer - The Observatron is a Chrome extension that supports exploratory testing by observing and logging browser activities. It takes screenshots, creates .mhtml files, and logs URLs and form submissions. All logging is saved in your downloads folder, ensuring you have control over the information. No data is sent to external servers. The extension also allows you to save notes of bugs, todos, questions, or custom information, along with optional screenshots. The extension is open-source and copyright © 2019 Compendium Developments Ltd, Alan Richardson.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 34
Version: 0.92 (Last updated: 2019-03-01)
Creation date: 2019-02-26
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • downloads
  • webNavigation
  • pageCapture
  • <all_urls>
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • contextMenus
Size: 30.37K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

Extension safety

Risk impact

Test Observer - The Observatron requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

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