How to Activate National ID Reader?

Activating the National ID Reader in Invent ERP allows you to quickly read a customer's CPR (Civil Personal Registration) number directly from their national ID card. This speeds up customer lookup and reduces manual data entry errors.

Prerequisites

• Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge or Firefox browser
• Invent ERP access with permissions to view/create customers
• A compatible GCC National ID reader device connected to your computer
• The Invent Desk Link Extension and its Native Messaging Host installed

Installation & Setup

1. Install the Browser Extension

   • In Chrome or Edge, go to Extensions.

   • Search for Invent Desk Link. https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/jmiimalfekokndahaopfdfookkkpcbja?utm_source=item-share-cb 

   • Click Add to Chrome / Add to Edge to install the extension.
     

     

2. Install Native Messaging Host

   • Download the Invent Desk Link Native Messaging Host from this link:

   • Install it on your system according to your OS instructions (Windows / macOS / Linux).
     
     

3. Verify Downloads

   • Confirm that both Invent Desk Link extension and the Native Messaging Host are installed.

   • Ensure your ID reader device is connected and recognized by your OS.

How to Use in Invent ERP?

1. Open Invent ERP

   • Log in to your Invent ERP account with sufficient permissions.
     
     

2. Navigate to Customers in CRM Module

   • From the CRM module, select Customers.
     

     

3. Reading an Existing Customer’s CPR

   • On any customer’s page, you will see a Read Card button.

   • Click Read Card, then scan or place the national ID card on the reader.

   • The system will extract the CPR number and attempt to match an existing customer.
     
     

4. Adding a New Customer via CPR

   • When creating a new customer, you will find the Read Card button near the top of the form.

   • Click Read Card, scan the ID; the customer’s name, CPR, and other identifiable details will be auto-filled.

     

Notes & Tips

• Make sure the reader is clean and placed correctly when scanning.

• If the system fails to read the card, try refreshing the page or re-installing the Native Messaging Host.

• Browser security settings may block native messaging; ensure permissions are granted.

• This feature only reads publicly storable fields (like CPR, name, date of birth) as allowed by your organization's local regulations.