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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​

Step 1: Install the Browser Extension​

In Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, go to Extensions, search for Invent Desk Link, and click Add to Chrome / Add to Edge to install the extension.

Step 1 - Install Browser Extension

Step 2: Install Native Messaging Host​

Download the Invent Desk Link Native Messaging Host from the official page and install it on your system according to your OS instructions (Windows / macOS / Linux).

Step 2 - Install Native Host

Step 3: Verify Downloads​

  • Confirm that both the extension and the Native Messaging Host are installed.
  • Ensure your ID reader device is connected and recognized by your OS.

Step 3 - Verify Downloads

How to Use in Invent ERP​

  1. Log in to your Invent ERP account with sufficient permissions.
  2. Navigate to CRM → Customers.
  3. When creating a new customer, click Read Card — the customer's name, CPR, and other identifiable details will be auto-filled.
  4. On an existing customer's page, click Read Card to extract and match the CPR number.

Step 4 - Use in Invent ERP

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 (CPR, name, date of birth) as allowed by local regulations.
  • The card chip must be facing the reader.
  • This feature currently supports GCC-issued national ID cards only.