Export Scoutbook

Exports Scoutbook reports as an Excel file
What is Export Scoutbook?
"Export Scoutbook" is a handy Chrome extension designed to make managing Boy Scout and Cub Scout advancement easier. It enables users to effortlessly export their Report Builder reports from Scoutbook to Excel in just one click. All data processing is done locally on your browser, ensuring the privacy and security of sensitive data. As an added convenience, the file downloads with the proper report tabs already named and specified. All one needs to do is install, navigate to the report, and click the icon that appears. Suitable for users of all tech levels.

Extension stats

By: chris
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 3.39 (23)
Version: 0.3 (Last updated: 2015-02-07)
Creation date: 2015-02-06
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • declarativeContent
  • activeTab
Size: 51.32K

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Extension summary

Scoutbook is a great tool for tracking Boy Scout and Cub Scout advancement. However, it can be frustrating if you can't get your data out in a format that you need it.

This extension takes Report Builder reports, and lets you export them in one click to Excel. All the magic happens in your browser, so no sensitive data gets transmitted off your computer during the export.

To use:

  • Install the extension
  • Refresh (Ctrl + R) your Scoutbook tab
  • Navigate to a report
  • Click the icon that appears in the omnibar
  • Open the downloaded Excel file in your favorite spreadsheet program.

If you don't already have a Scoutbook account, use promo code "TSS" for a 10% discount when you register.

If you don't have a spreadsheet program, try FREE OpenOffice.org

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Saves hours of work
  • Helps export data to Excel from custom reports
  • Easy to implement
  • Provides custom Scoutbook report data
  • Works great for some users
Cons
  • Extension frequently does not work or activate
  • Generated files are often corrupt or cannot be opened
  • No options to sign in or configure for some users
  • Appears broken after updates
  • Description cut off in exported files
Most mentioned
  • Does not work
  • Saved me hours of work
  • Great idea
  • Generates corrupt files
  • Remains grayed out
User reviews
Cannot get it to activate on my Chromebook browser. It would satisfy my need, albeit in a clunky manner, if it worked...but it doesn't right now. Sigh.
by Tom Fellrath, 2018-10-23

does not work. I have it installed and I have a report generated and it does nothing.
by Mark Brown, 2018-05-19

hate to rate this low as its a great idea but its not working for me. Generates the file but when I try to open it excel tells me the file is corrupt.
by Chris King, 2018-02-07
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Export Scoutbook does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Export Scoutbook has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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