Export Knowby Link as .URL File

Objective

To enable users to export a direct link to their knowbys — step-by-step instructions created in Knowby Pro — as a .url file.

This feature is designed to facilitate the integration of knowbys into file systems and document management systems, particularly for purposes such as evidence of compliance or easy access within a corporate environment.

Key Features

• .URL File Generation: Allow users to generate a .url file that contains a direct link to a knowby. This file can be stored within file systems or attached to documents as a reference.

• Ease of Access: Users can double-click the .url file to open the linked knowby in their default web browser, streamlining access to the instructions without navigating through the Knowby platform.

• Compatibility: Ensure the .url file is compatible with various operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) to accommodate a broad range of users and IT environments.

Use Cases

• Document Management Systems: Users can attach .url files to digital records, policies, or compliance documents, offering direct access to relevant knowbys.

• Evidence of Compliance: For industries requiring documentation of procedures and training materials, .url files can serve as evidence that step-by-step instructions are readily accessible.

• Educational Resources: In educational or training contexts, .url files can be distributed to learners, providing them with quick access to instructional content.

Design

The file name will be generated by the title of the knowby followed by the visibility of the link used, then the .url extension:

[knowby title] - {Public}.url

The contents of the .url file will be as follows:

[InternetShortcut]

URL={public or private URL of the knowby}

Example: