Supercharge Workflows

Installation & Setup Guide

Get Supercharge Workflows up and running in your workflow in just a few minutes

Quick Start Detailed Setup Troubleshooting FAQ

Quick Start

1

Install Extension

Add Supercharge Workflows from the Chrome Web Store

Install Extension
Note: Requires Chrome 90+ or any Chromium-based browser
2

Authenticate

Click the extension icon and sign in with GitHub

Authentication flow
Permissions: We only access deployment and workflow data
3

Install GitHub App

Install the Supercharge Workflows GitHub App with read-only permissions

Install GitHub App
Read-only: The app only reads Actions, Deployments, and Metadata
4

Start Tracking

Visit any GitHub Actions page to see your enhanced dashboard

Dashboard example
Ready! You'll now see deployment tracking on all GitHub Actions pages

Detailed Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

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Chrome Browser

Chrome 90+ or any Chromium-based browser (Edge, Brave, etc.)

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GitHub Account

Access to repositories you want to monitor

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GitHub Repository

Repository with GitHub Actions workflows configured

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Environments Configured

Set up deployment environments in your repository under Settings → Environments

Installation Steps

1

Install the Chrome Extension

  1. Visit the Chrome Web Store
  2. Search for "Supercharge Workflows" or click our direct link
  3. Click "Add to Chrome" button
  4. Confirm by clicking "Add extension" in the popup
  5. Pin the extension to your toolbar for easy access
Extension URL
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/npaeekfbmjdfgbpmpdohgfjpkkogpoei
2

Initial Setup & Authentication

  1. Click the Supercharge Workflows extension icon in your browser toolbar
  2. Click "Sign in with GitHub" in the popup
  3. You'll be redirected to GitHub's authorization page
  4. Review the requested permissions and click "Authorize"
  5. You'll be redirected back with a success message
Required Permissions
  • Actions: Read workflow run data
  • Deployments: Read deployment status information
  • Environments: Read environment configuration
  • Metadata: Read basic repository information
3

Install the GitHub App

  1. Click "Install GitHub App" in the extension popup, or visit the link below
  2. Select your organization or personal account
  3. Choose which repositories to grant access to (all or select specific ones)
  4. Review the read-only permissions and click "Install"
  5. You'll be redirected back to confirm installation
GitHub App Permissions (Read-Only)
  • Actions: View workflow runs and logs
  • Deployments: View deployment status and history
  • Metadata: View basic repository information
GitHub App Install URL
https://github.com/apps/supercharge-workflows/installations/new
4

Verify Installation

  1. Navigate to any of your GitHub repositories
  2. Go to the "Actions" tab
  3. Select desired Workflow
  4. You should see the enhanced Supercharge Workflows interface
  5. Look for deployment tracking widgets and enhanced workflow information
What You Should See
Deployment status indicators
Enhanced workflow run information
Real-time deployment tracking
Performance metrics and insights

Configuration Options

Repository Selection

Choose which repositories to monitor for deployment tracking:

  • Click the extension icon
  • Go to "Settings" tab
  • Select/deselect repositories you want to track
  • Changes are saved automatically

Display Settings

Customize how deployment information is displayed:

  • Toggle deployment widget visibility
  • Configure refresh intervals
  • Choose which environments to display

Troubleshooting

Extension Not Loading

Symptoms: Extension icon appears but no enhanced features on GitHub

Solutions:

  1. Refresh the GitHub page (F5 or Ctrl+R)
  2. Check if you're signed in to the extension
  3. Ensure the repository has GitHub Actions configured
  4. Try disabling and re-enabling the extension
  5. Clear browser cache and reload

Authentication Issues

Symptoms: "Sign in required" messages or 401 errors

Solutions:

  1. Click the extension icon and sign in again
  2. Check if your GitHub session is still active
  3. Revoke and re-authorize the application in GitHub settings
  4. Ensure you have access to the repository
  5. Contact support if issues persist

Performance Issues

Symptoms: Slow loading or browser lag

Solutions:

  1. Check your internet connection speed
  2. Disable other browser extensions temporarily
  3. Clear browser cache and cookies
  4. Restart your browser
  5. Update Chrome to the latest version

Missing Deployment Data

Symptoms: No deployment information showing

Solutions:

  1. Verify the repository has deployment workflows
  2. Check that deployments are properly configured in GitHub
  3. Ensure you have read access to Actions and Deployments
  4. Wait a few minutes for data to sync
  5. Check repository settings for deployment permissions

Still Need Help?

If you're still experiencing issues, we're here to help:

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Email Support

[email protected]

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Report Issues

Email Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Supercharge Workflows free to use?

We offer plans through GitHub Marketplace. Visit our listing on GitHub Marketplace for current pricing and plan options.

What permissions does the extension require?

We only request minimal permissions needed for deployment tracking: read access to Actions, Deployments, Environments, and basic repository metadata. We never access your source code.

Does this work with private repositories?

Yes! Supercharge Workflows works with both public and private repositories, as long as you have the appropriate access permissions.

Can I use this with GitHub Enterprise?

Currently, we support GitHub.com repositories only. GitHub Enterprise Server is not supported at this time.

How secure is my data?

We only access deployment and workflow metadata - your source code is never accessed or stored. Session data is stored locally in your browser and cleared when you close it. All communication uses HTTPS encryption.

Will this slow down my GitHub experience?

The extension is designed to be lightweight and non-intrusive. It only activates on GitHub Actions pages and uses server-side processing to minimize impact on your browser.

Can I customize the deployment tracking interface?

The extension provides a consistent experience across repositories. You can control which repositories it activates on through the extension settings.

What browsers are supported?

Chrome 90+ and all Chromium-based browsers including Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera.