Release notes

Our update is already available for use:

• Streamlined sidebar design: our new minimalistic sidebar and revamped edit tab layout enhance the user experience, making it easier to fill out documents and edit forms seamlessly.
• Focused editing area: the left-side preview panel is now hidden by default, providing a larger workspace to jump right into document editing.
• Improved file conversion: we’ve overhauled the file conversion process to reduce errors and deliver more accurate text recognition.
• Document sorting: minor bugs with document sorting have been resolved.
• Account verification for anonymous users: introducing an account verification status indicator for anonymous users, improving transparency and security.

We’re thrilled to announce the updates and improvements in the Soda app:

• Soda storage "My Files": seamlessly access your documents anytime with our integrated storage solution.
• Auto-save feature: rest easy knowing your documents are automatically saved, ensuring all your changes are preserved.
• Enhanced document merging: effortlessly insert documents exactly where you want them using the intuitive left-side preview panel.
• Feature overview navigation: quickly view all available features from the left navigation menu, even without opening a document.
• Image cropping: double-click on any image to crop it with ease.
• AI Assistant integration: utilize the AI Assistant to summarize documents or use AI Chat to swiftly locate and process information within your PDFs by asking questions.
• Bug fixed: resolved issues with loading documents larger than 100 MB in the mobile version of Soda, error message added.

Our latest update is now live and ready for you to enjoy.

• Easily open and save documents on your desktop and via Google Drive and Dropbox.
• Use the new Print Selection feature to print only the specific fragment you need.
• Edit text with the additional fonts now available in the app.
• With ease extract selected pages from your document.
• Quickly insert text or images, send documents by email, or print them directly using the right-click menu.
• Apply or undo changes to your document with convenient keyboard shortcuts.
• Enjoy a simpler design that makes it easier to use features in the app's mobile version.
• We've fixed search bugs in the document and added missing translations for other languages.
• Work with shapes more easily by keeping the working panel active for element selection.

We're excited to announce a significant update to Soda Online 14, bringing you the following enhancements:

• Revamped interface: experience the new program design with features organized into four key tabs: Edit, Organize, Forms, and Recognize Text.
• Enhanced functionality: utilize the new Merge, Compress, and Convert features, now available for individual pages of the document rather than just the entire document.
• Improved page management: easily move, rotate, or duplicate pages within the new Organize tab.
• Advanced text editing: access additional paragraph options, including alignment, superscripts, and subscripts.
• Enhanced user experience: updated popups and dialogue styles for seamless and intuitive program interaction.
• Expanded font selection: choose from a wider range of fonts to customize text appearance, including Signature and Initials.
• Direct Desktop download: download the desktop version of the application directly from the Online version.
• Updated mobile version: enjoy the refreshed mobile version with improved functionality.
• Improved feedback mechanism: provide feedback within the app using the enhanced feedback popup.

New features and fixes:

• Take advantage of the ability to crop a page of a PDF document using precise settings for the document borders.
• Experiment with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) on PDF documents to transform scanned images of text into editable and searchable text.
• Easily move, rotate, or delete multiple selected objects simultaneously.
• Incorporating thinner lines for drawing signatures enhances aesthetics and precision. This technical modification provides finer control over signature placement and reduces visual clutter.
• Utilize tooltips for quick and clear navigation through features.
• Upon adding shapes, text, or forms, seamlessly transition to editing mode without unnecessary clicks or switches.
• Bug fixes: the user photos in the account now display correctly, appearing not only in the top panel but also in the drop-down list.

We're excited to announce our latest update, designed to enhance your experience:

• Introducing Full-Screen mode for effortless PDF document viewing.
• Added Snapshot feature for quickly capturing and saving specific parts of your documents.
• Now you can swiftly sign documents using the Signer Name feature.
• Easily include a date in your PDF documents to ensure accuracy and completeness at any given time.
• Enjoy the flexibility to manually input the required font size, independent of preset parameters, in the text editing panel.
• Improved user experience with updated notifications and error messages.
• Mobile keyboard usability is enhanced with resized placeholders for text entry.
• Expanded file format support, now including EPUB, DOC, DOCX, TXT, XLSX, PPT, PPTX, JPG, JPEG, PNG, HTML, and TIFF for uploading documents to the application.

Enjoy new features:

• The ability to provide feedback directly from the app has been added.
• Upon document opening, immediate editing availability has been implemented, removing the need to switch from viewing mode.
• Dropdown styles have undergone refinement to elevate the overall user experience, ensuring a more visually appealing interface.
• Manual entry of opacity is now possible when selecting a color, providing users with increased control over visual elements.
• The visual presentation of error-displaying popups has been refined for a sleeker appearance.
• The position of the quick navigation panel has been adapted for improved usage and accessibility.
• The speed of the initial document opening has been increased for a more efficient workflow.
• The size of the placeholder has been modified, enhancing the convenience of text entry.
• Improvements have been made to document editing, ensuring a smoother experience when working with the mobile version of the application.
• In the mobile version of the app, words can now be highlighted with a double click, promoting precision and ease of use.

Recent Updates:

• Improved Image handling: improved functionality for rotating and adding images.
• Bug fixes and localization: fixed localization errors and resolved bugs.
• Expanded Merge feature: added the ability to select more identical files to the Merge feature.
• Smoother document scrolling: improved the silkiness of document scrolling.
• Updated dropdown styles: changed the styles of drop-down lists.
• Convenient text input: simplified the process of adding text to form fields.
• Mobile version enhancements: made corrections and improvements to the mobile version of the application.
• Comment feature removal: the comment feature has been removed.

New features and fixes:

• Enhanced Sign functionality: we've enhanced the Sign feature to make adding sticky without having to select it every time.
• Added Options: adding Options will give you more control and customization. Tailor the application to your specific needs.
• Augmented User Experience with Hover State: we've introduced the Hover State feature, elevating user interactions to be more intuitive and responsive. It's all about improving the way you engage with our app.
• Localization into several languages: the application is now multilingual, with support for different languages. Enjoy a more inclusive experience wherever you are.
• Soda Online Goes Progressive: say hello to Soda Online as a full-fledged progressive web app.
• Multi-Tab Document Management: now you can easily manage multiple documents by opening them in separate app tabs.
• Bugs fixed.

Try the following improvements:

• Enhanced the process of adding signatures and initials for improved functionality.
• Revamped the appearance of the search bar for a more intuitive work.
• Refined the behavior of pop-up notifications for smoother user interactions.
• Upgraded the program's visual elements for a more appealing interface.
• Introduced word wrapping in forms for improved readability and usability.
• Addressed and resolved various software bugs for enhanced stability.

Discover the enhanced capabilities of our latest update:

• Form Editing: Seamlessly manipulate and enrich forms by effortlessly editing and adding fields to your documents.
• Stamps: Seal your documents with confidence by applying stamps, ensuring authenticity and integrity.
• Information Control: Efficiently locate essential information within your document or obscure it using the Whiteout feature, providing you with full control.
• Hotkey Efficiency: Accelerate your workflow with the use of hotkeys for lightning-fast operations.
• Shape: Tailor your PDF documents to perfection by effortlessly incorporating or modifying shapes to suit your specific requirements.
• Text Precision: Elevate your text editing experience by highlighting paragraphs and indentations with precision and clarity.
• Text Annotations: Annotate within text blocks to convey your thoughts, ideas, and feedback seamlessly.
• Signature and Initials: Seamlessly add your signature and initials to documents, enabling you to sign with ease and confidence.
• Improved how the app behaves when it's minimized.

Introducing Soda Online 14, now with a refreshed and sleek minimalistic design, ensuring every essential feature is effortlessly accessible. Experience seamless document management with the following key enhancements:

• Streamlined Design: Embrace our new, sleek, and minimalistic design, guaranteeing that every feature is conveniently at your fingertips.
• Efficient Document Handling: Seamlessly combine, convert, or compress documents using essential tools, all at your disposal for swift operations.
• Intuitive Navigation: Effortlessly traverse through document pages with the convenient left panel, ensuring quick and efficient navigation.
• Text and email: Easily edit text or send documents via email directly from within the application, enhancing your workflow efficiency.
• Instant Document Management: Print, download, or save documents with a single click, making document management a breeze.
• Multimedia Enhancement: Work with both text and images by effortlessly adding and editing them within your documents.