# Creating a Jam

## Overview

Jam helps you capture bugs and issues with full technical context. You can create Jams on desktop using our Chrome extension or on mobile with our iOS app. 

### Creating a Jam on Desktop

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#### Install the Browser Extension

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**Download and Install**\
Visit the Chrome Web Store and install the browser extension

<a href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/jam/iohjgamcilhbgmhbnllfolmkmmekfmci" class="button primary">Install Chrome Extension</a>
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**Pin the Extension**\
Pin Jam to your browser toolbar for quick access
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{% step %}
**Create Your Account**\
Enter your email and set up your Jam account
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**Launch the extension**\
Click the Jam icon in your toolbar and choose your capture method
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#### Capture Methods

Choose from three capture methods:

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{% tab title="Screenshot" %}

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Captures the current page state with full technical context.
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{% tab title="Video Recording" %}

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Records your screen while reproducing the issue step-by-step.
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{% tab title="Instant Replay" %}

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Automatically captures the last 30 seconds of activity. No need to reproduce the bug.
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#### Create Your First Jam

1. Select your capture method
2. Add a description
3. Click `Create` to generate your first Jam
4. Share your Jam

Your Jam opens automatically in a new tab with all technical details included. The link to your Jam is automatically copied to your clipboard, so you can share it with your team.&#x20;

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### Creating a Jam on Mobile

{% hint style="info" %}
Jam is currently available for iOS only.
{% endhint %}

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnENZweQg9Y>" %}

#### Install the Browser Extension

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**Install the iOS App**\
[Download](https://apps.apple.com/de/app/jam-fix-bugs-faster/id6469037234?l=en-GB) Jam from the App Store or scan the QR code below:<br>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="https://1990502200-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FtAIPUIiSH7MWC0IHLJuD%2Fuploads%2FSQhU75M3j09SDi2x1sUJ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=03c9a67d-9dc4-4b91-9f99-39824f6a6636" alt="" width="125"><figcaption><p>Scan to download</p></figcaption></figure></div>
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**Start Recording**\
Tap the Jam button and begin screen broadcast to start capturing
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**Record the issue**\
Navigate to your app or website to demonstrate the issue
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**Stop Recording and Send**\
Stop the broadcast, trim your video, add a description, and send to your issue tracker.
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