Release notes

Your go-to update: what’s new this time?

• Fast and accurate document Translation. Translate documents into English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese with ease using our new translation feature. Get high-quality translations in seconds.
• Handling translated files. You can edit, download, email, save, or print your translated documents without hassle. We've made managing your files more straightforward and efficient.
• Quick access with Chrome Extension. Use the Soda PDF Chrome Extension to instantly open, merge, convert, edit, or compress your PDFs. Access all the tools you need right from your browser.

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.