Action Recording Guidelines
Last Updated: 24 July 2025
Introduction
SROT (Screen Recording & Observation Tool) is used for capturing user interactions such as mouse
clicks, keypresses, and UI navigation while executing predefined prompts. These recordings are
essential for AI training, process automation, and compliance verification.
This document provides step-by-step guidelines for action recorders to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and
compliance while executing prompts in SROT.
*SROT home-page as seen from the task recorder's perspective before logging in
Installation of SROT MacOS
To begin recording actions in SROT (Screen Recording & Observation Tool), follow these steps to install
the software correctly.
1. Download SROT
● Visit SROT platform using this web link:
[Link]
● Log-in using the credentials provided in your inbox.
● Click on the App Store icon on the top-right section OR follow this link:
[Link]
● The link will redirect you to the App Store.
● On the App Store page, click on the “Get” button to download, and then the “install” button to
install the application.
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2. Granting Accessibility Permissions
1. Once installed, open the SROT application.
2. A pop-up will appear, “SROT would like to control this computer using accessibility features.”
3. Click on “Open System Settings” to proceed.
4. The system will navigate to Privacy & Security > Accessibility settings.
5. Locate SROT in the list and enable the toggle next to it.
6. A confirmation pop-up will appear; approve the permission.
3. Logging into SROT
1. After enabling accessibility permissions, a login screen will appear.
2. Enter your registered email address and click Login.
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3. The application will prompt you to enter a TID (Task ID).
4. Copying and Pasting TID from SROT Website
1. Open SROT Web in your browser.
2. Copy the TID assigned to your task.
3. Paste the TID into the SROT application and click Start.
5. Granting Screen Recording Permissions
1. After entering the TID, another pop-up will appear:
“SROT would like to record this computer’s screen. Grant access to this application in
Privacy & Security.”
2. Click “Open System Settings”.
3. Navigate to Privacy & Security > Screen Recording.
4. Locate SROT in the list and enable the toggle next to it.
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6. Starting the Task Recording
1. With permissions granted, go back to the SROT application.
2. Click on the “Start” button to begin the recording.
3. The application will now start capturing the task activities.
7. Submitting the Task
1. After completing the task, click on the “Submit” button.
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2. A message will appear: “Your task is uploading”.
3. Once uploaded successfully, you will see a confirmation message:
“Your task has been completed successfully."
Installation of SROT Windows
To begin recording actions in SROT (Screen Recording & Observation Tool), follow these steps to install
the software correctly.
1: Download SROT
● Log in to the SROT platform using this link: [Link]
● Download & install the recording agent and go through the action recording guidelines from the
Recorder Panel (top-right of the window).
● The installer will be downloaded to your computer.
2: Extract Files
● Open the Downloads folder and find the [Link] file.
● Right-click and select Extract All.
● Open the extracted folder
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3: Move Required Files
● Cut the ffmpeg folder and paste it into the C:\ Drive.
● Locate the [Link] file and double-click to run it.
4: Install SROT
1. Double-click the SROT Installer (.exe file).
2. If a Windows security warning appears:
o Click More Info → Run Anyway.
3. The installation wizard will open:
o Click Next → Next → Install.
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4. Wait for the installation to complete.
5: Launch SROT
● Open SROT from the Start Menu.
● Log in using your credentials.
● Ensure the software is working correctly.
Action Recording Guidelines for SROT
1. Pre-Recording Preparation
● Fully understand the test objectives, tool functionality, and expected outcomes.
● Carefully read and understand the provided prompt, including Tool, Prompt, and Detailed
Instructions.
● Identify clearly the expected action (e.g., clicking a button, opening a menu, executing a script).
● Ensure the screen state precisely matches the context provided before initiating the recording.
● Verify all required data sources are properly connected and accessible.
● Pre-upload necessary data files to the specified locations indicated in the prompt.
● For technical tools (e.g., GitHub), confirm that all variables, filenames, licenses, or configurations
match the exact names and requirements mentioned in the prompt.
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2. Environment Preparation
● Maintain a clean, distraction-free environment.
● Close all non-essential applications; only required tools should remain open.
● Disable all third-party notifications and pop-ups.
● Maintain screen resolution at 1920 x 1080.
● Ensure proper and stable Internet/WiFi connectivity throughout the recording session.
● Use an additional screen (recommended) to facilitate smooth action recording.
● Eliminate any visibility of personal information, such as bookmarks or private documents.
3. Tool and Task Selection
● Navigate through the following workflow clearly:
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1. Select Project → TEST ARROW → Select Operating System (macOS/Windows) →
Select Tool → Select Feature → Select Data Type.
● Choose the appropriate tool from the dropdown menu based on your expertise. Prompts will be
allocated according to the tool selected.
4. Recording Execution
● Copy and enter the Task ID accurately.
● Start the recording:
○ For macOS: click "Start" & for windows: click "Start Recording".
● Execute actions exactly as described in the prompt.
● Perform tasks smoothly, naturally, and consistently for accurate data capture.
● Demonstrate all required functionalities completely and correctly.
● Adhere strictly to contextual requirements and maintain consistency in execution style.
● Keep idle time below 10% of the total recording duration, except for necessary wait times such as
execution or downloads.
● Ensure all output/results of the tasks are clearly visible and demonstrated.
5. Validate the Action
● Confirm that the action is fully completed as per the prompt.
● Check carefully for any system responses, confirmation messages, or UI changes.
● Avoid unnecessary cursor movements, clicks, or delays.
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6. Recording Submission
● Stopping Recording:
○ macOS: Press Cmd + Ctrl + Shift + R.
○ Windows: Press F9.
● Click on the “Submit” button after stopping the recording (macOS).
● Ensure successful submission; the recording will automatically be stored on the server.
7. Post-Recording Steps
● After submission, click on "Next Task" to log your current recording and update the Task ID.
● Once the Task ID is updated, click on "Reset" to reset the panel.
● Select the next appropriate tool and repeat the process for subsequent tasks.
● Note: Once a prompt is recorded and submitted, the recording agent session closes. To record
the next prompt, reopen the recording agent.
8. Quality Parameters
● Maintain zero tolerance for errors, including incorrect execution, tool crashes, or
misconfigurations.
● Avoid duplicate data entry unless explicitly instructed.
● Ensure that the screen state remains aligned with the expected execution throughout the
recording.
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9. Important Points to Remember
● Ensure that the SROT Website does not appear on your recording screen at all. Instances with
such occurrences will warrant an instant rejection.
● Ensure that your interface and computer environment language(s) is set to English. Presently,
recordings showing interfaces in other languages will be rejected.
● Ensure to arrange (or create) all the repositories, folders, files, data etc. required to do the tasks
in the background, before beginning the recording. Feel free to use publicly available datasets,
mock spreadsheets, demo presentations, stock images, templates, and the like, as is asked in
respective prompts. Remember to ensure that the files are found in the same location as
mentioned in the prompt, and are of the same file format and name as the prompt.
● Ensure that there are no typing errors, mis-clicks, confused and aimless browsing while you are
performing your task.
● Ensure that there isn’t any essential part of the task skipped, and also that there are no extra
steps performed beyond the scope of the task (E.g. do NOT close your tool after you have
finished your task, but end the recording right away).. Each task must be performed in a crisp yet
complete manner.
● Ensure that there is no Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in your recordings, i.e. your
recordings do not contain any real person’s names, email addresses, home addresses, national
ID numbers, health or financial information. Instead, use placeholder names, stock images, and
other alternatives. For contact numbers, the only acceptable form would be numbers written as
+1234567890 or +0987654321 or +9876543210. To safeguard personal data, videos containing
PII will be rejected.
● Ensure no unnecessary tabs(in browser) or unrelated applications are open while recording.
Additionally, all the Bookmarks in web browsers should be removed or hidden during screen
recording.
● Ensure that there isn’t any India-specific data that comes in your recording. Use a VPN, or
change your location settings, and use global urls (.com, .us, etc instead of .in) to mask
India-specific data in your recordings. (e.g., recordings that feature YouTubeIN or [Link]
WILL BE REJECTED).
● Please do not type more than three lines of data/information for any task. If you need to add a
long chain of information such as a description or a code, then try to keep the information copied
onto your clipboard BEFORE you begin the recording, and then paste the information from your
clipboard to the relevant field.
● Whenever navigating to any file/location/tool, try to type the name of your desired destination on
the search bar/address bar instead of choosing entries from recents/shortcuts. This is required to
keep the data more universalisable, and will also help you legitimately increase your recording
time, and hence tentative task value, for each task.
● If you are recording multiple videos during a single setting, then please leave your system ON for
a few hours AFTER you finish recording, to allow the seamless transfer of the videos from your
device to the SROT cloud. Videos that aren’t transferred properly may lead to corrupt or
unplayable files, which will HAVE to be REJECTED.
● Users on MacOS, please ensure to upload your output file when prompted about the same during
your video submission.
● If you encounter a prompt which may be inexecutable, either due to inaccuracy in the prompt’s
framing, or due to it requiring a premium feature, then please immediately report the prompt with
its TID to srot@[Link], and wait for a resolution. In the meanwhile, please select either a
different feature on the same tool, or a different tool altogether, to continue with your recordings.
● Please do not use any auto-fill or suggestive filling while typing while performing tasks. All
website addresses, search queries, app names, file names, etc. must always be entered in full.
Additionally, while entering size/tilt specifications, please directly type and enter the desired value
instead of scrolling or clicking to it. Further, please enter website addresses only in the address
bar.
● Ensure your recordings are visible and legible, and ideally the actions are performed with the tool
occupying the maximum area of the screen (i.e. either a large or a full-screen window).
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Auditing & Quality Control
The recorded actions go through three layers of auditing to ensure accuracy and compliance:
1. System Audit
● The SROT software analyzes the recording for:
o Actions per second
o Lag percentage
o Idle time
● Any flagged issues must be addressed before proceeding.
2. Reviewer Audit
● Human auditors review every action recording.
● If discrepancies are found, the recording is sent back for rework.
3. Inspector Audit
● A random sample is re-checked for audit consistency.
● Auditors' performance is also evaluated based on accuracy.
Troubleshooting & Support:
Issue Solution
SROT not responding Restart the software and system.
Recording lag/freeze Close unnecessary apps, check internet stability.
Action not captured correctly Re-record and ensure smooth execution.
Login issues Email IT support: SROT@[Link]
Final Notes
● Follow the latest guidelines to avoid rework.
● Be open to feedback and continuously improve recordings.
● Seek help if unsure about prompt execution.
By following these structured guidelines, action recorders can ensure high accuracy, consistency, and
efficiency while capturing software interactions in SROT.
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