EPIC XML Drop is a free Chrome extension designed to enhance efficiency in managing XML files within the EPIC system. This tool reads accession numbers from the Synthesis PACS and generates corresponding XML payloads, which are automatically downloaded to a designated folder monitored by EPIC. With version 2.0, the extension introduces an auto mode that streamlines the process further, allowing XML files to be generated and saved as soon as an exam page is accessed, eliminating the need for manual clicks. Upon exiting the exam page, a second XML file is created with a 'DoneWithExam' status, facilitating seamless patient record handling.

The setup process requires users to adjust their Chrome settings by disabling the option to 'Ask where to save each file before downloading' and designating a specific download location for the EPIC XML watch folder. Notably, the extension operates entirely within the browser, ensuring that no data is transmitted externally, thus maintaining user privacy and data security.