What are Combined Steps?
Combined Steps automatically group related actions into one step with sub-steps.
For example:
Step 1: Click Add Contacts
Step 2: Click Create New
Tango combines these into a single step:
This reflects how users naturally complete tasks and makes guides easier to follow.
Why use Combined Steps?
Combined Steps are designed to make guides more efficient and user-friendly.
Key benefits
Shorter guides: Reduce total step count by ~30–40%
Improved clarity: Group related actions together
Better usability: Easier for users to follow without jumping between steps
More natural workflows: Mirrors how actions actually happen in sequence
How to uncombine steps
If you prefer to show each action as a separate step, you can uncombine them in the editor.
Open your guide in the editor
Locate the combined step
Click the three dots (⋯) next to the step
Select Uncombine steps
This will split the step back into individual steps.
When does Tango combine steps?
Tango automatically combines steps when:
Actions are closely related
One action directly follows another (e.g., opening a menu → selecting an option)
Filling out multiple text fields in a row on a single form
The steps are part of a single interaction flow
Can I manually combine steps?
No. Combined Steps are only created automatically by Tango during capture.
How to turn off Combined Steps
You can disable Combined Steps for future captures by accessing the Tango browser extension settings.
Open the Tango browser extension by clicking on its icon in your browser toolbar.
Click on the workspace/settings icon located in the top-right corner of the extension sidebar to open the Settings menu.
Navigate to the Settings section, scroll down to the Combined Steps option, and uncheck the box next to Combined Steps.
This will prevent Tango from combining steps in any new guides you create.
Note: This setting only applies to new captures. Existing guides will not be affected. By following these steps, you can ensure that your workflows reflect individual actions as separate steps, providing greater granularity and control over your documentation process.
Availability
Combine Steps is available on:
Tango Pro
Tango Enterprise