General troubleshooting for desktop parts Diary missions
Have you installed Google Chrome?
Google Chrome is the only browser that is compatible with desktop parts of dscout Diary missions, so you'll need to install it in order to complete desktop parts of your mission.
Have you installed dscout Diary Chrome Extension?
In order to participate in Diary missions with desktop parts, you need to install our Google Chrome Diary extension, which is a small software program we built that allows you to answer Diary mission questions from your desktop or laptop computer, including capturing videos, photos and screen recordings.
Camera/Microphone troubleshooting
Diary missions with desktop parts often require you to capture videos, photos, or screen recordings! You'll need a laptop/desktop with a working camera and microphone in order to complete a Diary mission with desktop parts.
- See how to grant camera and microphone permissions here
- To troubleshoot permissions issues with camera, microphone or screen recording, click here
- To check for other non-permissions issues with camera or microphone, click here
Upload troubleshooting
There could be a number of reasons why your entries or media files aren’t uploading properly. The factors that affect the success of your upload can range from the size of your attached media file to the strength and consistency of your internet connection.
- For upload issues and troubleshooting steps for desktop Diary parts, click here