Selfotix User Documentation (Beta)

Introduction

Selfotix is a Chrome extension that automates web data tasks so you can ditch manual drudgery. Build bots, tap into AI for insights, and use actions like Click or Webhook to streamline workflows. It’s like having a data assistant who doesn’t complain about overtime.

Getting Started

  1. Install Selfotix: Grab the extension from the Chrome Web Store or Selfotix Website. Easier than installing another streaming app you’ll never use.
  2. Open the Extension: Access it via your browser’s side panel. No tech wizardry needed, just a click.
  3. Set Up API Key: Enter your OpenRouter API key in AI settings. Because AI is the brains behind the operation.

Why It Matters: Quick setup unleashes AI-powered automation, saving you from data hell.

Managing Bot Categories

  1. Create a Folder: Add a name in “Category Name Input” and click “Save.” “Bot Mess” isn’t a valid name.
  2. Move Bots: Use the “Move Category” popup to shuffle bots between folders. It’s like digital spring cleaning.
  3. Export/Import Folders: Use “Export Category” or “Import Category” for JSON backups. Bots deserve to travel.

Why It Matters: Folders keep your bots tidy, making you look like an automation pro.

Creating and Organizing Bots

  1. Click “+ New”: Hit the “New” button to start a bot. It’s screaming, “Make me useful!”
  2. Name and Categorize: Enter a bot name and pick a folder in “Bot Category Select.” Folders are cooler than chaos.
  3. Save Bot: Click “Save Bot” to store it. You’re already outsmarting copy-paste warriors.

Why It Matters: Organized bot folders mean faster access, keeping your automation game tight.

Setting Up Selectors

  1. Add Selectors: Click “+ Add Selector” for AI-suggested CSS selectors. No need to channel your inner coder.
  2. Use “Pick” Tool: Hit the “Pick” button to visually test selectors. Point-and-click beats guesswork.
  3. Optional Parent Selector: Add a parent selector for complex sites. Or skip it, because life’s complicated enough.

Why It Matters: Selectors grab exactly the data you want, making automation smooth and precise.

Configuring Automation Actions

  1. Set Actions: Use Click, Loop, URL, or others to navigate sites. Your bot’s basically a web-surfing ninja.
  2. Handle Pagination/Scrolling: Toggle “Pagination, Scroll, Webhook Settings” for selectors or scroll counts. No manual page-flipping here.
  3. Run Bot: Click “Run” to let it rip. Go scroll X while Selfotix does the work.

Why It Matters: Actions like Loop and Click conquer dynamic sites, grabbing all data without breaking a sweat.

Integrating with AI

  1. Choose AI Model: Pick GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, or others from the dropdown. Smarter than your average intern.
  2. Add Universal Prompt: Enter a prompt in the textarea for AI analysis. Ask anything, it’s not here to judge.
  3. View AI Insights: See real-time responses in the results section. Instant answers, no coffee breaks needed.

Why It Matters: AI transforms raw data into insights, making you look like a strategic genius.

Using Webhooks

  1. Enter Webhook URL: Add a URL in the “Webhook URL” field. It’s where your data goes to party.
  2. Send and Receive: Push data to webhooks and get AI responses back. Two-way data flow is the future.
  3. Check Results: View webhook outputs in the JSON results panel. It’s like opening a data present.

Why It Matters: Webhooks sync with your tools, creating seamless workflows that save time and sanity.

Managing Data

  1. Save Data: Enter a name in “Data Name” and click “Save Data.” No more hunting for lost files.
  2. Export/Import Data: Use “Export Data” or “Import Data” icons for JSON files. Data should roam free.
  3. View Results: Check JSON output in the results section. Neatly organized, because chaos isn’t cute.

Why It Matters: Organized data keeps your projects clean, letting you focus on insights, not messes.

Advanced Tips

  1. Fine-Tune Delays: Adjust “Min Delay” and “Max Delay” for pagination or scrolling. Avoid getting blocked by cranky websites.
  2. Toggle Navbar: Use the navbar toggle to switch views. Cluttered screens are so last century.
  3. Delete Bots/Data: Hit the trash can icons to clear old bots or data. Declutter like a digital minimalist.

Why It Matters: These tweaks make automation flexible, keeping your workflow slick and efficient.

Troubleshooting

  • Bot Not Running? Check selectors or API key. Selfotix is smart, but it’s not your therapist.
  • No Data Output? Ensure actions match the site’s structure. Websites can be sneakier than a toddler.
  • Webhook Issues? Verify your URL and test connectivity. The internet loves to throw tantrums.

Why It Matters: Quick fixes keep your automation humming, so you don’t lose your cool.

Conclusion

Selfotix’s Chrome extension (beta) makes web automation a breeze with no-code bots, AI insights, and actions like Webhook and Click. Organize with folders, integrate with tools, and wave goodbye to manual tasks. Start automating at Selfotix and feel like a data rockstar.