PlugBits Launcher for kintone

Getting Started

From install to initial setup in about 5 minutes.

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Right after installing, you need to set up host access permission. Without this step, Watchlist and Shortcuts will not work. Follow the steps below to set it up.
STEP 01

Set up host access permission

1

Open the settings screen

Click the ⚙️ icon in the top right of the Side Panel to open settings.

Initial state of the Side Panel
⬆ Open settings from the gear icon in the top right of the Side Panel
2

Enter your kintone URL and click "Allow this host"

In the "Host access permission" field on the settings screen, enter your company's kintone URL (e.g., https://xxx.cybozu.com/k/), then click "Allow this host."

Host access permission input screen
⬆ Paste your kintone URL into the field and click "Allow this host"
3

Click "Allow" in the permission request

A confirmation dialog from Chrome will appear. Click "Allow."

Chrome permission request
⬆ The extension will not work unless you click "Allow"
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If you accidentally click "Deny," you can reset the permission from the icon on the left side of the Chrome address bar.
4

"Permission granted" means setup is complete

Once the completion dialog appears, host setup is done. Reload your kintone page to activate the feature.

Permission granted dialog
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After setup is complete, reload (F5) your kintone page.
STEP 02

Register shortcuts

You can register frequently used apps, views, and new-record pages via the right-click menu.

Adding a shortcut from the right-click menu
⬆ Right-click on kintone → PlugBits Launcher → Add to Shortcuts
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You can choose from three types: "App top page," "Open view," and "New record." We recommend registering frequently used list views by individual view.
STEP 03

Set up your Watchlist

Register views you want to monitor continuously for record counts, such as records awaiting process management action. Set this up via right-click → Add to Watchlist.

Adding to Watchlist from the right-click menu
⬆ Right-click → PlugBits Launcher → Add to Watchlist
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

I set it up, but it doesn't work

Reload (F5) your kintone page after completing host setup. Changes may not take effect until you reload.

Can I use it in InPrivate (private) windows?

Turn on "Allow in InPrivate" in Chrome's extension settings before setting up host access.

Do I need kintone administrator permission?

No. PlugBits Launcher does not change any kintone settings. You can use it simply by installing it in your own browser.

Can I use it with multiple kintone environments?

Yes. You can use it across multiple environments by adding each URL under host access permission.