# 3DOS AI Agent Welcome to the 3DOS AI Agent and Chrome Extension documentation! This page provides information about the 3DOS AI Agent, its Chrome extension, and how they contribute to the 3DOS decentralized manufacturing network. ### What is the 3DOS AI Agent? The 3DOS AI Agent is a crucial component of the 3DOS network. It utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to: * **Enhance 3D printing processes:** Optimizes print settings, analyzes video feeds, and improves print quality. * **Analyze data:** Processes information from various sources to train AI models for routing, quality assurance, and capacity utilization. * **Connect supply and demand:** Helps match manufacturing capacity with demand based on location, capabilities, and other factors. ### What is the 3DOS Chrome Extension? The 3DOS Chrome Extension is a tool that helps map global manufacturing capacity. It works by: * **Gathering public manufacturing data:** The extension collects publicly available information about manufacturers and their production capabilities from whitelisted websites, like marketplaces and manufacturer directories. * **Contributing to the 3DOS network:** This data is then sent to the 3DOS network, where it's used to train the AI Agent and improve the platform's overall efficiency. * **Rewarding participation:** Users who contribute data to the network through the extension are rewarded with rewards. ### How the Extension Works The 3DOS Chrome Extension operates in the background as you browse the web. It only collects data from specific whitelisted websites that contain relevant manufacturing information. This ensures that your privacy is protected and only necessary data is collected. * **Connected vs. Restricted:** The extension's status will show either "Connected" or "Restricted." * **Connected:** Indicates the extension is actively gathering data from a whitelisted website. You earn more points when the extension is connected. * **Restricted:** Means the website you're currently visiting doesn't contain relevant manufacturing information, or the site is not whitelisted. No data is collected in this state. ### Why Use the Extension? * **Support 3DOS:** By contributing data, you're helping build the infrastructure for a decentralized manufacturing ecosystem. * **Earn Rewards:** You can earn rewards for your participation in the network. * **Promote Sustainability:** The 3DOS network promotes local production, which helps reduce carbon emissions and waste. ### How to start Earning Rewards 1. Visit the [3DOS](https://dashboard.3dos.io/) and Create your account. 2. Generate API Key and Download the [Chrome Extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/3dos-network/lpindahibbkakkdjifonckbhopdoaooe). 3. Checkout [Earn More Points](https://dashboard.3dos.io/home/earn-more-points) and [Free Airdrop](https://dashboard.3dos.io/home/free-airdrop) section for earning additional reward. ### Using the Extension Once installed, the extension will run automatically in the background. Simply browse the web as you normally would. The extension's icon will indicate whether it's "Connected" or "Restricted." ### Whitelisted Websites The 3DOS Chrome Extension only collects data from a list of whitelisted websites. This list is regularly updated and can be viewed here: ### Privacy and Data Collection The 3DOS Chrome Extension is designed with user privacy in mind. It only collects publicly available manufacturing information from whitelisted websites. It does *not* collect any personal data or information from websites that are not related to manufacturing. ### Troubleshooting For troubleshooting and frequently asked questions, please visit our [supoprt center](https://discord.com/channels/1206236320092131338/1206236321111220244). If you need further assistance, please join our Discord community or contact us at . ### Stay Updated Keep up with the latest news and announcements by following us on social media and joining our community channels. ### Contact Us If you have any questions or feedback, please don't hesitate to contact us at .