Release Notes
- Extended Library and List Name Length
Library and List names can now be more descriptive! The character limit has been expanded from 20 to 50 characters, giving you greater flexibility to label your collections in detail.Longer names are truncated to provide an uncluttered, easy to read Library navigation menu. To view these longer names at a glance, simply hover over the labels to view the full name in a tooltip. - Import from Identifiers now supports Patent ID
We’ve expanded our identifier-based import feature to include Patent IDs. Easily import references using Patent IDs, or combine it in the list together with other supported identifiers.Note: To ensure a successful import, please make sure the Patent ID does not contain any spaces.
- Various bug fixes have been implemented to improve stability, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother user experience across the platform.
We’re excited to announce a major update to our platform, packed with a redesigned user interface, new features, and enhanced search capabilities to make your research process smoother and more efficient.
New Subscription Tiers: Essentials and Pro
In this release, we are also introducing new subscription tiers—Essential and Pro. The Pro subscription offers a suite of advanced features, including AI-powered tools and full-text search, designed to elevate your research experience. Details on these subscriptions can be found on our pricing page.
Below is an overview of what’s new in this release:
Full-Text Search
Our new Full-Text Search capability allows you to search through the entire content of published papers, not just titles, authors, or abstracts. This feature enhances the precision of your search results, enabling more comprehensive research and faster information retrieval.
Available in Pro subscription.
AI Assistant
Our new AI Assistant feature suite is designed to enhance your research experience by leveraging advanced AI capabilities across different aspects of the platform. Whether you’re diving into a single document or exploring an entire library, the AI Assistant offers intuitive, powerful tools to help you find the information you need more efficiently. Read more
Chat with PDF with AI
With the Ask PDF with AI feature, you can engage directly with an AI to ask questions about a specific PDF document. This allows for a deeper understanding of the content, enabling you to quickly pinpoint relevant information and enhance your overall reading and research experience.
Chat with Libraries
The Library AI Assistant lets you interact with an AI across a collection of PDF files, providing insightful, contextual responses based on the content of multiple documents. This tool is ideal for researchers needing to quickly find connections and answers within large sets of literature.
Available in Pro subscription.
AI Search Assistant
AI Search Assistant simplifies the search process by interpreting your natural language queries and transforming them into well-structured, precise searches. This powerful tool helps you quickly locate the most relevant scientific articles without the need for manual input of complex search parameters.
Available in Pro subscription.
Starred Searches
The Starred Searches feature lets you save your most frequently used search queries, allowing for quick access and consistent research practices. Simply star a search and return to it anytime with a single click.
Available in Pro subscription.
User Interface Enhancements
New design for the library. We’ve given the Library a fresh look! The existing features are now easier to navigate with improvements to usability. You’ll find the library’s familiar tools in a more intuitive layout, ensuring a better user experience.
Updated Search Module. The search functionality has been revamped and is now housed in a dedicated module. Recommended Searches have a new placement, making it easier for you to find suggested articles based on your interests.
Optimized Settings Pages. Settings have been reorganized and optimized for a more streamlined experience, allowing you to configure your preferences more efficiently.
New App Switcher Sidebar. The new App Switcher in the sidebar allows you to quickly and easily switch between key areas like the Library and Search modules. It also provides instant access to the Admin Dashboard, Help Center, Training, and Release Notes.
These enhancements and new features are designed to make your research experience more efficient, intuitive, and powerful. We hope you enjoy the updates, and as always, we welcome your feedback.
- The feature for generating anchor links for annotations has been improved. This allows users to create hyperlinks that link directly to specific annotations within a document.
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The CSV export interface has been updated to include the functionality for users to select specific fields they wish to export. For a detailed tutorial on how to use this new feature, please refer to the knowledge base article.
- Fixed import issues identified by limited users when importing from EndNote
This version of the Papers Web App includes the following improvements:
Typeahead for Tags in the Edit panel
Users can now easily select existing tags when editing references details.
Show List Path on hover in the Info panel
Users can now see the full path in which a reference is saved by hovering over the list name in the Info panel.
Various bug fixes and performance optimizations
For users with M1-based Macs (Apple Silicon), a native version is available. If you haven't already updated, please download the latest Mac installer from the Papers website: https://www.papersapp.com/download/
This version introduces the following improvements and bug fixes
- Improved scrolling performance in large libraries
- Updated the platform framework for improved performance and security
- Various bug fixes and performance optimizations
This version introduces the following improvements and bug fixes
- Prevent uploading of PDF files secured by Microsoft AIP
- Fixed issue with Zotero import screen asking for an XML file instead of automatically locating the Zotero database on your local drive
This version introduces the following improvements and bug fixes
- Improved syncing process by not syncing archived libraries
- Prevent opening an empty PDF reader tab for files that are unavailable in offline mode
- Fixed issue for EndNote importer not importing the Report Number for Report reference type
- Fixed issue in which PDF synced for offline reading would show the read button greyed-out
- Various bug fixes and performance optimizations
Export selected references to XLSX
Users can now export metadata of selected references to XLSX through the context menu (right-click) and selecting Export to… → Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
Here’s a full list of user interface improvements and bug fixes to enhance overall usability:
- Added Export to Excel option to items menu (single and multi select)
- Added validations when entering DOI, PMID, PMCID, arXiv, ISSN and EISSN in the Details panel
- Fixed issue with EndNote Import creating Lists only at the top level Library
- Fixed issue in which export XLSX stores files with extension .xslx instead of .xlsx
- Fixed issue when selecting Lists/Sublists in “Organize…” option in the PDF reader
- Fixed issues in the CSV Import screen
- Fixed issue with the Progress Bar on Delete from Library option
- Fixed tooltip behavior when hovering over Tags option
- Fixed RIS Import failing to import references
- Fixed missing rename option for Tags
- Fixed issue with slowness when scrolling through large libraries
- Multiple user experience and optimization fixes
- New Open File Options – Users can now easily open articles in the different places articles can be located, such as the Publisher’s Website, Dimensions, or PubMed.
- Export References to XLSX – In addition to being able to export references to RIS, BIB, and CSV files, users can now export them to XLSX. This can be done through the Shared Library option menu and selecting Export to… → Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
- Added Export to XLSX option
- Added new Open File Options
- Added a link to the support article on the SmartCite for Citekeys screen
- Fixed issue in which sometimes Date was not imported while adding references to a Library from the Search screen
- Fixed issue in which searching for references would not support more than 400 responses
- Various bug fixes and performance optimizations
- Document Naming Convention Improvements: Users can now use the PMID (PubMed ID) and the Journal Abbreviation in the Document Naming Convention for the Library Management functionality
- Updated functionality for copying references between libraries
- Added “Merge Duplicates” option when copying to another library
- Added “PMID” and “Journal Abbreviation” to the Document Naming Convention feature in Settings > Library Management
- Included URL fields to CSV and RIS exports
- Added clarifying message to Smart List delete screen
- Added a link to a support article on the “Tools > SmartCite for Citekeys” screen
- Fixed Endnote importing to map “Group Sets” as parent lists during import
- Fixed error in which Locate PDF for multiple selection of imported items would load just one PDF and apply it to all references
- Fixed some issues with patents importing and resolving metadata
- Fixed various issues with CSV import functionality
- Fixed issues with search returning false positives in the PDF Reader
Various bug fixes and performance optimizations
- Enhanced CSV import functionality: The enhanced CSV import functionality enables users to map fields to standard or custom library fields, making data entry more efficient and streamlined. Users can also now save their CSV import mapping as a reusable template, simplifying the process for future imports or sharing with colleagues.
- Library column displayed in search results: When searching for references, users can now choose to display the column Library, which shows in which library — or libraries — a reference has already been saved in their Papers app. Additionally, users can click on the library link to go directly to the reference inside that library.
- Adds improved CSV Import experience
- Adds ability to save and reuse CSV import templates
- Open import wizard when dragging/dropping CSV into app
- Adds ability to enable or disable overwrite of metadata when importing from CSV
- Adds Library column in the Enterprise Search
- Adds ability to open hyperlinks in external browser by holding option/alt on the keyboard
- Adds ability to import PubMed .nbib files
- Fix for importing RIS from Embase not importing all references
- Fix for custom fields overflowing in the user interface
- Fix for sorting by Custom Fields blanking out the Table View
- Fix to remove the Locate PDF icon “failed” when an article is ordered and downloaded
- Fix to Locate PDF feature for multiple articles
- Fix for articles being downloaded to disk instead of opening in the app
- Fix for .nbib import functionality to map the Journal field
- Fix for importing .nbib files with drag and drop not working properly
- Fix for EndNote XML import functionality in libraries with custom fields
- Fix for update fails with error message in console
- Fix for Notes tab not showing content
- Fix for default language in citation styles
- Increased list from 10 to 20 items in Settings > Citations > Default Style
- Fix for File > Import… workflow when option selected is different than File
- Fix for Match functionality not appearing
- Fix for CSV file stuck at import
- Fix for missing header row in the CSV export
- Fix issue with rendering custom fields of Text\(Array\) type in side panel and table
- Fix for Doc Del navigation when opening PDF changes
- Adds support for bulk “Locate PDF”
- Adds Patent ID to available columns in Table View
- Adds option to not display the quit Papers confirmation pop up
- Adds new user interface screen for importing Endnote file type: File > Import… > Endnote (.enl)
- Adds ability to download/upload Custom Fields Mapping to CSV
- Improved the “Show More” functionality for Tags list
- Fix to downloading supplement documents
- Fix to Contact Us option behavior
- Fix to copying custom metadata to search field
- Fix to RIS export tags
- Fix to Altmetric link under Metrics
- Fix to show selected items count in status bar
- Fix to EndNote import validations
- Fix to add custom fields to citation export panel
- Fix to limit size of the custom fields
- General fixes to SmartCite for CiteKey