> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://participanthelp.dscout.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://participanthelp.dscout.com/diary-studies/diary-troubleshooting/general-troubleshooting-for-desktop-diary-express-missions.md).

# General troubleshooting for desktop Diary Express missions

## Have you installed Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge?

Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge are the only browsers that are compatible with desktop Diary and Express usability missions.

* [Download the latest version of the Google Chrome browser here](https://www.google.com/chrome/)
* [Download the latest version of Microsoft Edge here](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/download?form=MA13FJ)

## Have you installed the Dscout Browser Extension?

In order to participate in Diary missions with desktop activities or Express usability tests, you need to install our [browser extension](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/dscout-diary/mjfgpadamkbikpdgpenjhnpckhdpcbcd), which is a small software program we built that allows you to answer mission questions from your desktop or laptop computer, including capturing videos, photos and screen recordings.

* [Download the Browser Extension here](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/dscout-diary/mjfgpadamkbikpdgpenjhnpckhdpcbcd)

## Camera/Microphone troubleshooting

Diary missions with desktop activities often require you to capture videos, photos, or screen recordings! You'll need a laptop/desktop with a working camera and microphone in order to complete a Diary mission with desktop activities.

* See how to grant camera and microphone permissions [here](/diary-studies/diary-technical-requirements/how-to-grant-camera-and-microphone-permissions-for-desktop-diary-activities.md)
* To troubleshoot permissions issues with camera, microphone or screen recording, click [here](/diary-studies/diary-troubleshooting/troubleshooting-camera-and-microphone-permissions-for-desktop-diary-activities.md)
* To check for other non-permissions issues with camera or microphone, click [here](/diary-studies/diary-troubleshooting/camera-and-microphone-issues-in-desktop-diary-activities.md).

## Upload troubleshooting

There could be a number of reasons why your entries or media files aren’t uploading properly. The factors that affect the success of your upload can range from the size of your attached media file to the strength and consistency of your internet connection.

* For upload issues and troubleshooting steps for desktop Diary activities, click [here.](/diary-studies/diary-troubleshooting/upload-issues-and-troubleshooting-steps-for-desktop-diary-activities.md)


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