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Which Chrome extension is best for recording software workflows for new hire onboarding: Scribe, Tango, or Glyde?
March 6, 2026·1 min read·Employee Onboarding Documentation
All three Chrome extensions — Scribe, Tango, and Glyde — auto-generate step-by-step guides from recorded workflows. Scribe is the most established with desktop app support. Tango is focused on simplicity. Glyde offers the best balance of quality output and export flexibility. For onboarding, choose based on your export needs and whether you need desktop app capture.
How do the three tools compare?
| Feature | Scribe | Tango | Glyde |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome extension | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Desktop app capture | Yes (Pro) | No | Coming soon |
| Auto screenshots | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AI step descriptions | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smart annotations | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Export to Notion | Limited | No | Yes |
| Export to Confluence | Yes | No | Yes |
| PDF export | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Markdown export | No | No | Yes |
| Editing and redaction | Full editing | Basic editing | Full editing + redaction |
| Free tier | Limited guides | Limited guides | Yes |
| Pricing | From $29/user/mo | Free (discontinued Pro) | Competitive |
Which should you choose for onboarding?
- Choose Scribe if — You need desktop app capture (not just browser) and are willing to pay for Pro
- Choose Tango if — You want the simplest, quickest capture for browser-only workflows
- Choose Glyde if — You need flexible exports (Notion, Confluence, Markdown) and comprehensive editing
For onboarding specifically, the export capability matters most — your guides need to integrate into your existing knowledge base where new hires will access them.
This answer is part of our guide to employee onboarding documentation.