How To Install Single Or Multiple Extensions Via CMD For Task Capture?

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How to install single or multiple extensions via CMD for Task capture?

Introduction:

Installation of all Task Capture Extensions via command prompt post installing Task Capture using MSI. This KB article provides a step-by-step guide on how to handle this type of installation.

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Pre-requisites:

Ensure that the Task Capture MSI package is downloaded onto your system.

Steps for Deployment:

It is advised to conduct a two-step rollout for an optimal installation process.

  1. Install Task Capture: Begin the installation process for Task Capture through the MSI package. This package will deploy the extensions to the following location: C:\Task Capture\externals\unified-recorder\UiPath.

  2. Locate SetupExtension App File: Within the specified location, the "SetupExtension" app file will be present. This app will facilitate building a command to install the extensions. More details about the SetupExtensions tool can be found here.

    To deploy single or multiple extensions via CMD, for instance, follow these steps:

  • Open your command prompt (CMD).
  • Navigate to the folder containing the SetupExtension application by typing cd C:\Task Capture\externals\unified-recorder\UiPath and hit 'Enter'.
  • For single extension, type setupextension.exe /Edge-Chromium-Global and hit 'Enter'. This operation will install Edge extension for you.
  • For multiple extensions, type setupextension.exe /ChromeGlobal /Edge-Chromium-Global /RdpClientGlobal and hit 'Enter'. This operation will install Chrome, Edge, and Microsoft Remote Desktop and Apps extension for you.
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Caution: Remember to replace the file paths in the above command lines with your actual file paths if they vary.