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Install the Tango browser extension from the Chrome Web Store and create your free account: Download takes under 30 seconds and requires no technical setup or configuration Navigate to any web application and click the Tango extension icon to start recording your first workflow: The capture process runs invisibly in the background while you work normally through your process Complete your workflow normally, then stop recording to automatically generate a polished step
step guide: Tango's AI will create descriptions and annotations that you can customize, share via link, or embed in your knowledge base
💡 Quick Start: Follow these 2 steps in order to get up and running with Tango quickly.
Explore the key features that make Tango powerful for knowledge & documents workflows.
Browser extension automatically detects user actions and captures high-quality screenshots at optimal moments — clicks, form submissions, and page transitions — using AI to generate contextual descriptions and annotations without manual intervention. Works zero-config across CRM, ERP, HRIS, and thousands of other web applications.
Pin step-by-step walkthroughs directly within applications where teammates need help, providing contextual guidance that reduces errors and accelerates task completion. On-screen red-line highlights point users to the exact button or field they need, turning static SOPs into in-app training.
Convert documented processes into executable automations that handle repetitive clicking, form-filling, and navigation while maintaining human oversight. New workflow branching support released in 2026 lets automations handle conditional logic, bridging the gap between documentation and true process automation.
SOC 2 Type II certified platform with automatic PII detection, end-to-end encryption hosted on AWS, role-based access controls, and comprehensive audit logging. Designed for deployment in regulated industries like healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing where screenshot data can contain sensitive information.
Native embeds for Confluence, Notion, and SharePoint let teams deliver Tango guides inside their existing knowledge bases. Exports to PDF, HTML, and Markdown support offline training, compliance archiving, and portability across documentation systems.
Tango's browser extension runs efficiently in the background, only activating screenshot capture at key interaction moments like clicks, form submissions, and page transitions. The lightweight design ensures minimal performance impact while maintaining high-quality documentation. Unlike screen recorders that capture continuous video, Tango's event-driven approach produces small, searchable text-and-image guides rather than heavy media files. Users across 4+ million installs report no measurable impact on browser performance during typical workflow capture sessions.
Yes, Tango provides comprehensive editing tools including text customization, screenshot annotation, cropping, blurring, and the ability to add callouts, headings, and custom instructions to any step. The AI-generated descriptions achieve high out-of-the-box accuracy but can be fully rewritten if terminology or tone needs adjusting. You can also reorder, merge, or delete steps after capture, and apply custom branding with your logo and color palette on paid plans. Collaborative editing lets multiple teammates refine the same guide simultaneously.
Tango is SOC 2 Type II compliant with end-to-end encryption, automatic PII detection and blurring, and data hosting on secure AWS infrastructure. You maintain full control over data access and can revoke permissions at any time through role-based access controls. Enterprise customers get additional features including SSO, SCIM provisioning, and comprehensive audit logging. The automatic PII detection is particularly valuable for industries like healthcare and financial services, where accidentally capturing sensitive information in screenshots is a major compliance risk.
Unlike video-based tools, Tango creates searchable, step-by-step text guides that can be easily updated, translated, and embedded without re-recording. The structured format makes information more accessible and actionable than video content — teammates can skim a 20-step guide in seconds versus watching a 5-minute video. Tango also supports in-app pinned walkthroughs that appear contextually while users work, something video players cannot do. For quick async demos Loom remains strong, but for repeatable SOPs and training, Tango's format scales better.
The free plan covers browser-based workflows only, which works well for cloud applications like Salesforce, Workday, HubSpot, and Google Workspace. Pro and Enterprise plans at $16/user/month and above include desktop application capture capabilities, allowing documentation of any software running on Windows or Mac. This matters for organizations still using legacy desktop tools like Excel macros, accounting software, or custom internal apps. The desktop capture uses the same AI description engine, so the output format is consistent with browser-captured guides.
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Tutorial updated March 2026