Release Notes
New Reference Types:
Added support for new reference types, including Product Label and Standard, as well as a Call Number field for Poster content types. This expands the flexibility of reference management and improves metadata organization.
Copyright Status Improvements:
Copyright status is now displayed by default in the main table, and the copyright check now includes eISSN in addition to ISSN, ensuring more comprehensive coverage.
Literature Review Integration:
Users can now link shared libraries or lists directly to active Literature Review Projects, with automated email alerts to streamline citation management.
CSV/Excel Export Upgrades:
The export UI has been improved, allowing users to select and rename specific metadata fields for export. Additional fields are now included in CSV exports, and missing fields have been restored.
Enhanced Tag Editing:
Autocomplete is now available when editing tags, making it faster and easier to manage metadata.
Information Panel Improvements:
The full list path is now displayed on mouse hover in the information panel, providing better context for items.
Improvements and updated for Endnote, Mendeley , Zotero imports
Regular updates for the different imports.
CSV Export:
Fixed issues where certain fields were missing from CSV exports and resolved bugs related to exporting from complex libraries.
Annotation Linking:
Improved the ability to generate anchor links for annotations, enhancing navigation and referencing.
EndNote Import:
Addressed a timeout bug affecting a limited set of users importing from EndNote.
AI Assistant Now Works on All Articles
We fixed an issue where the AI Assistant wouldn’t work on unresolved articles, incorrectly showing a “daily quota reached” message. You can now use the assistant as expected, even on articles that haven’t been matched yet.
PDF Viewer Stability Improvements
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Fixed a bug where users couldn’t exit the PDF viewer if no match was found – controls are now visible in all cases.
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Improved layout handling so the app no longer displays behind the status or navigation bar on devices like Google Pixel 6a.
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Fixed an issue where warning messages like “No match found” were partially hidden.
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Resolved a crash that occurred when closing a PDF opened via the Annotations tab.
Shared Library Fixes
Leaving a shared library now works smoothly, even if syncing or indexing is still in progress.
Inline References Are Easier to Navigate
We’ve improved the navigation for inline references in PDFs—making them easier to click and ensuring they open correctly.
Dark Theme Support on Login
If your system is in dark mode, the app login screen now matches the theme for a more consistent experience.
Better PDF Downloads
Improvements to how PDF references are downloaded, ensuring more complete and reliable access.
Occasional App Freezes When Opening PDFs
We resolved an issue where the app could hang when trying to open certain documents or annotations. Everything should now load more smoothly.
Leaving a Shared Library Didn’t Always Work
Some users had trouble leaving a Discoverable Library. That’s now fixed – you can leave libraries without any hiccups.
App Hanging in Specific Edge Cases
We addressed a few app stability issues reported through our monitoring tools. If you experienced freezing while working with PDFs, things should now run more reliably.
Framework Upgrade: Angular 19
We’ve upgraded the underlying framework of our web app to Angular 19. This is a technical optimization that helps us keep our platform stable, secure, and easier to maintain going forward. There is no visible change to the user experience, but it ensures we stay up to date with the latest performance and security improvements.
New Features
Mendeley import support in the web application
You can now import references directly from Mendeley in the web app—bringing it to parity with our desktop tools and making it easier to centralize your research materials.
Improvements
Tags and Lists in the Library table view
You can now add Tags and Lists as optional columns in the library table view. This helps users quickly scan and organize references, especially in large libraries where context matters. These columns are off by default and can be toggled on via the column picker. Long values are truncated with hover-to-expand support, so you still get the full picture without cluttering the interface.
Smarter RIS import for conference papers
We’ve added logic to correctly identify and import RIS files that use uncommon field combinations (e.g., GEN + M3 – Conference Abstract), ensuring accurate classification.
Clearer error messages in AI Assistant
Instead of vague errors like “Something went wrong,” the Assistant now surfaces more helpful messages—for example, if a PDF is too large to process—so users know what to fix.
Bug FixesLibrary tag menu now updates correctly after article copy
Previously, when copying an article with tags between libraries, the tag menu didn’t update until refresh. This now updates in real time.
Revision tab now opens as expected
When switching between articles, the Revisions tab will now open properly, just like other tabs (e.g., Metrics).
AI Assistant table results no longer overflow
Large multi-column tables from the AI Assistant are now formatted correctly and don’t break the layout.
Library navigation no longer flickers
We fixed a subtle visual glitch where the sidebar would briefly shift when switching from another module into the library.
Custom field names display properly
Long custom field names no longer overflow in the side panel.
Dark mode: Notes field now has visible text
In dark mode, the text color in the Notes field has been fixed—white text on a white background is a thing of the past.
System Theme Option Now Available in Settings
Building on the recently introduced dark theme, we’re excited to add support for the System Theme option. This allows the app to automatically match your device’s light or dark mode, creating a more seamless and personalized experience.
Help Center Update
We launched a new and refreshed Help Center! Now, ReadCube users can find answers to questions with articles sorted by topic, watch training videos, and easily access live training.
Support for Second Link Resolver
You can now configure a second link resolver in ReadCube, perfect for organizations that require access to multiple resolvers. The second resolver appears just below the primary one in the interface, enabling seamless access without disrupting existing workflows. This update offers greater flexibility and efficiency in resource access.
Streamlined Bib Import for Large Files
Importing large .bib files is now smoother and more reliable, thanks to our integration with the browser’s stream API. This enhancement prevents browser crashes and significantly improves performance, ensuring a faster and more reliable import process.
Streamlined Author Order in Article Sidepanel
To maintain the integrity and significance of author sequencing, we’ve removed the alphabetical sort option from the article sidepanel. This update ensures that the order of authors remains consistent and reflects the true contribution hierarchy, aligning with values such as lead authorship and research sponsorship.
Custom Fields Values Now Fully Visible on Hover
Navigating long values in custom fields just got easier. Now, when you hover over a custom field value, a tooltip displays the full value. This enhancement ensures clarity and a smoother user experience, especially for values that differ only at the end.
Smarter tagging when adding to library
We’ve enhanced your Library experience with a powerful new tagging workflow! Now, whether you’re adding items from search, importing content, copying items, or saving from feeds, you can seamlessly attach tags within the “Add to Library” modal. This allows for more efficient organization and easier retrieval of your materials.
Improved design consistency
We’ve made various design improvements to ensure a more consistent and engaging user experience. Key updates include aligning column spacing in the ‘Add to Library / Create Feed’ and ‘Copy’ modals, enhancing tag picker component with new spacing and color standards, and ensuring the ‘Import’ modal matches the design aesthetics of other modals. These changes improve visual coherence and make it easier for you to use the platform.
Beta support for Dark Theme
We’re excited to introduce Beta support for Dark Theme in all browsers. This feature allows users to enable a darker interface, making nighttime browsing more comfortable and reducing eye strain. As we gather feedback, we’ll work on small improvements and aim to move from the “Beta” to production ready in the future. If you would like to try the dark mode, go to your app settings and change the theme to ‘Dark’.
Easily unlink Literature Review projects
You can now easily unlink a Literature Review project from your library. Previously, once a Literature Review project was linked to a specific library, the connection couldn’t be removed. This update gives you the flexibility to manage those links as needed.
Advanced Search Improvements
We’ve upgraded the Advanced Search feature to help you locate references across your libraries and lists more efficiently. With powerful new search options, including custom fields, finding exactly what you need is now easier than ever. You can access these enhancements directly from the search bar at the top of any library or list. Additionally, a pop-up will highlight these improvements, allowing you to try the new functionality immediately. Clicking “Try it” will take you to your personal library with Advanced Search activated, while “Show me later” will dismiss the message for 24 hours. These enhancements are available to all users—start searching smarter today!
Clearer Instructions for Importing by ID
The placeholder text for importing has been updated to instruct users to separate identifiers with spaces instead of commas. This change will prevent import failures caused by using commas instead of spaces.
Automatic Display of Imported References in Library
After importing a file into a library, all references will now be correctly displayed without the need for a page refresh. Users can upload multiple .bib files confidently knowing that their references will populate accurately in the library.
Performance and stability improvements
Various performance and stability improvements.
Bug FixesVarious bug fixes.
New features and enhancements
Improved evidence highlighting in AI Assistant
We’ve refined AI-generated evidence highlighting for a clearer reading experience. Instead of highlighting an entire page when an exact sentence match isn’t found, a more subtle visual cue is now used. This makes evidence easier to follow in both the library and PDF views, improving readability and usability.
Advanced search improvements for faster discovery
Finding relevant research is now more intuitive. Advanced search parameters, previously hard to find, are now fully visible within the interface. This update allows for easier refinement of searches without needing external documentation.
Quick access to recent libraries in “Add to library” & “Copy to”
Adding references to the right place is now faster. A new “Recents” section has been added to the “Add to library” and “Copy to” modals. This eliminates the need for excessive scrolling, streamlining your workflow. Plus, we’ve increased the modal size for better navigation.
Additional optimizations
Simplified sharing settings – The “Send invites over email” checkbox is now always visible in library settings, ensuring full control over email invitations.
Simplified library cleanup – The last remaining admin/owner of a library can now leave, with a confirmation prompt to prevent accidental removal.
Consistent alphabetical sorting – Library lists are now always sorted alphabetically across different “Add to library” actions for a more predictable experience.
Save and find your favorites by Starring a Library or a List
- Now, you can quickly access important Libraries and Lists by starring them. Once starred, find them easily under the Starred section in your library—no more searching through the entire structure. Stay organized and speed up your workflow with this simple way to keep frequently used items at your fingertips.
Performance and stability improvements
- Various performance and stability improvements.
- Various bug fixes.
Easier data imports for custom multi-value fields
- You can now import custom multi-value fields using comma-separated values (e.g., value, value, value) alongside the previous semicolon-separated format. This makes importing data from external databases like EndNote, EMBASE, and Ovid quicker and more efficient, saving you time and reducing the need for manual reformatting.
Clearer author formatting in exports
- When exporting data, we’ve made author names easier to read and sort through. The export now includes separate columns for First Author and Last Author. The “Authors” column is also reformatted to list names consistently as “Last Name, First Name,” improving the clarity of your data.
Performance and stability improvements
- Various performance and stability improvements.
- Various bug fixes.
Revision history (Audit logs)
- Library Admins can now view the complete interaction history for any paper. For organizations with custom fields, a new tab in the article details panel displays all changes in chronological order. Additionally, Admins can export to CSV for easy reporting.
Performance and stability improvements
- Various performance and stability improvements.
- Various bug fixes.
