Exciting Updates to Storyline Course Inspector: Enhanced Functionality and User Experience

The Storyline Course Inspector Chrome extension has received a significant update, bringing together powerful features and improvements to streamline eLearning development and QA processes for Articulate Storyline users. This update combines the functionality of two previously separate extensions, enhancing its capabilities and user experience.

Key Updates

1. Integrated [data-model-id] Finder The Storyline Course Inspector now incorporates the functionality of the previously separate extension for finding and copying Storyline [data-model-id]s. This integration allows developers to:

• Highlight all elements on a slide with a [data-model-id] with a single click
• View element IDs displayed in the corner of each object
• Copy specific [data-model-id]s to the clipboard with ease

This feature simplifies the process of implementing custom JavaScript on specific slide objects, saving developers valuable time and reducing the risk of errors.

2. iFrame Compatibility A major improvement in this update is the extension's ability to work with Storyline courses embedded in iFrames. This enhancement expands the tool's usability across various eLearning platforms and Learning Management Systems (LMS) that utilize iFrame technology to display content.

3. Light and Dark Mode To cater to different user preferences and working environments, the Storyline Course Inspector now offers both light and dark modes. This feature allows users to switch between color schemes, reducing eye strain and improving visibility based on their surroundings or personal preference.

Benefits for eLearning Professionals

These updates bring several advantages to the eLearning development workflow:

• Streamlined Development: By combining multiple tools into one, developers can work more efficiently without switching between extensions.
• Improved Accessibility: The iFrame compatibility ensures that the tool can be used across a wider range of eLearning platforms and setups.
• Enhanced User Experience: The addition of light and dark modes allows users to customize their working environment for comfort and productivity.
• Time-Saving: The integrated [data-model-id] finder continues to save time by eliminating the need for manual searches in browser inspectors or custom code.
   
  
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Who Should Use the Updated Extension

The enhanced Storyline Course Inspector is ideal for:

• eLearning Developers working with Articulate Storyline
• Instructional Designers collaborating on course development
• QA Testers responsible for verifying and troubleshooting Storyline courses
• Anyone involved in creating or maintaining eLearning content using Storyline

Conclusion

The latest update to the Storyline Course Inspector Chrome extension represents a significant step forward in eLearning development tools. By combining powerful features, improving compatibility, and enhancing user experience, this tool continues to empower eLearning professionals to create better courses more efficiently. We encourage all Storyline developers to try out the updated extension and experience the benefits firsthand. Your feedback is valuable as we continue to refine and improve our tools to meet the evolving needs of the eLearning community.

Final Thoughts

We’re excited to share this tool with the Storyline community and look forward to hearing how it helps you build better eLearning courses. If you have any feedback or feature requests, feel free to reach out—we’re always looking for ways to improve the extension.