📚 Workbookly
Chrome Extension Help Guide

📖 Table of Contents

🌟 Overview

Workbookly transforms YouTube videos into interactive learning experiences. Create worksheets with multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and matching exercises - all generated from video content with timestamp-linked questions.

🎯 One-Click Creation

Generate interactive worksheets instantly from any YouTube video

📊 Real-time Scoring

Track your progress with live scoring and performance analytics

🎬 Timestamp Links

Jump to specific video moments directly from questions

📱 Seamless Integration

Works directly in your browser while watching YouTube

⚙️ Installation & Setup

Installing the Extension

  1. 1

    Visit the Chrome Web Store

  2. 2

    Click "Add to Chrome" and confirm the installation

  3. 3

    Pin the extension to your toolbar for easy access

  4. 4

    Open the side panel by clicking the Workbookly icon

First-Time Setup

  1. 1

    Click "Connect to Workbookly" in the side panel

  2. 2

    Sign in with your Workbookly account or create a new one

  3. 3

    Grant necessary permissions for YouTube integration

  4. 4

    You're ready to start creating worksheets!

💡 Tip:

Make sure to keep the side panel open while using YouTube for the best experience.

✨ Key Features

🎯 Interactive Worksheets

Transform any YouTube video into an engaging learning experience with:

  • Multiple Choice Questions: Test comprehension with instant feedback
  • Fill-in-the-Blank: Practice key concepts and vocabulary
  • Matching Exercises: Connect related ideas and terms
  • Timestamp Navigation: Jump to specific video moments

📊 Progress Tracking

  • • Real-time scoring with percentage calculations
  • • Track completed vs. remaining questions
  • • Performance analytics and time tracking
  • • Automatic progress saving

🔄 Smart Auto-Detection

  • • Automatically detects when worksheets are available
  • • Shows existing worksheets for videos you're watching
  • • Seamless navigation between videos and worksheets

🚀 Getting Started

Creating Your First Worksheet

  1. 1

    Navigate to any YouTube video

  2. 2

    Open the Workbookly side panel

  3. 3

    Click the "✨ Create Worksheet" button next to the video or in the side panel

  4. 4

    Wait for the AI to process the video content (this may take a few minutes)

  5. 5

    Your interactive worksheet will appear automatically

Accessing Existing Worksheets

  1. 1

    Visit a YouTube video that has an existing worksheet

  2. 2

    The worksheet will auto-load in the side panel

  3. 3

    Or click "📚 Open Workbook" to see all available worksheets

  4. 4

    Select any worksheet to start learning

💡 Pro Tip:

Use the "Your Worksheets" section in the side panel to quickly access all your created worksheets.

📝 Using the Extension

Navigation Controls

  • Side Panel Toggle: Click the Workbookly icon to open/close
  • Section Switching: Use tabs to switch between question types
  • Video Navigation: Click timestamp links to jump to video moments
  • Close Worksheet: Click ✕ to return to the dashboard

Answering Questions

  1. 1

    Select your answer for multiple choice questions

  2. 2

    Type responses for fill-in-the-blank questions

  3. 3

    Select and match items for matching exercises

  4. 4

    Click "Check Answer" to see results and explanations

  5. 5

    Use timestamp links to review relevant video content

Managing Worksheets

  • View All: Click "📚 Open Workbook" to see all worksheets for a video
  • Open in New Tab: Click "↗ Open" to view in a separate tab
  • Dashboard Access: Click the dashboard icon for your full library

⚠️ Note:

Free accounts can create up to 2 worksheets per month from up to 2 unique videos. Paid accounts have unlimited worksheet creation.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Extension Not Loading

  • Check if the extension is enabled in Chrome settings
  • Try restarting your browser

Worksheets Not Appearing

  • Make sure you're signed in to your Workbookly account
  • Check your internet connection
  • Try refreshing the browser tab

Timestamp Links Not Working

  • Ensure the YouTube video is playing in the current tab
  • Try refreshing the page and reopening the extension side panel

Create Worksheet Button Disabled

  • Check your Workbookly subscription status
  • Verify you have remaining worksheet credits
  • Try signing out and back in

💡 Quick Fix:

Most issues can be resolved by refreshing the page and reopening the Workbookly side panel.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What types of videos work with Workbookly?

Workbookly works best with educational content, tutorials, lectures, and instructional videos. The AI analyzes video transcripts to generate relevant questions.

How long does it take to create a worksheet?

Worksheet creation typically takes 1-3 minutes, depending on video length and complexity. You'll see progress updates during creation.

Can I edit the generated questions?

Yes, you can customize questions and answers in your Workbookly dashboard after creation.

Do I need a Workbookly account?

Yes, you need a Workbookly account to create and access worksheets. Sign up is free, with paid plans for additional access.

Can I share worksheets with others?

Yes! Worksheets can be shared through your Workbookly creator page. Others can access them even without the extension.

Does this work on mobile devices?

The Chrome extension is for desktop browsers. However, worksheets can be accessed on mobile through the Workbookly web app.

💬 Support

Getting Help

If you encounter issues or have questions not covered in this guide:

Providing Feedback

Help us improve Workbookly by:

  • • Rating the extension in the Chrome Web Store
  • • Sharing your experience and suggestions
  • • Reporting any bugs or issues you encounter

💡 Feature Requests:

We actively consider user feedback for new features. Let us know what would make your learning experience even better!

🎯 Ready to Transform Your Learning?

Start creating interactive worksheets from YouTube videos today!