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InspectX version release Information

Version 2.0.18.0 (current version)

10/29/2024 (only minor background fixes in this one)

Enhancements

Additional logging feature to the Tray Assistance.

Bug Fixes

Repair to script issue that was found to have an issue on some computers in some languages.

Version 2.0.17.0

10/04/2024

Enhancements

Bypassed Chromium's socket buffer limitation of 100MB, to allow extremely large reports containing 800+ images to be rendered properly when previewing and generating draft and final PDFs

Bug Fixes

Fixed bug causing attachment and image subtotals in findings section of outline to be incorrect.
Fixed bug in Attachment Manager that prevented Appended PDF Files from reordering.
Added entry in table of contents for Appended PDF File(s) in draft and final PDF report when applicable.
Dashes in table of contents, spanning page between description and page number, are now aligned to baseline regardless of font or size.

Version 2.0.16.0

09/07/2024

Enhancements

Support for languages that utilize unicode dual Character Sets (notably Cyrillic scripts) along with a configuration file for Russian). Special thanks to Denis Serov for this suggestion.
Modified the tolerances of a 'protected PDF' report to allow Adobe annotations to a protected report. Special thanks to SAMS Regional Directors Charles Solarek and Christopher Day for this suggestion.
Refreshed self-signed site certificate (Dated September 6th 2024) for self-hosted secure site.

Bug Fixes

Fixed Project Reminders and Project Findings sections to force a refresh of the filter before displaying results.
Fixed spell check in Outline View that was ignoring misspelled words inside large paragraphs displayed as a table.

Version 2.0.15.0

06/23/2024 -

Enhancements

Save defaults for shapes and numbers (symbols add to database table).
Added ability to create ordered and unordered lists in rich text editor.
Added "Reorder" mode within in Resource Manager providing large area for sorting and moving thumbnails.
Added attachment/image counts at category and topic levels in Resource Manager to locate files more easily.
Made project copy popup scrollable to ensure SAVE / CANCEL buttons are accessible.
Decoupled category filter, enabling outline and button view to have individual filtered-view states.
Scroll position is now recorded whenever a scroll event or resize occurs in both outline and button view.
Images can now be dragged onto the heading or text node of any entry/finding in outline view.
Hue of yellow buttons in high-contrast mode altered to appear more gold making them easier to perceive in sunlight especially while wearing polarized lenses.
All entries can now be hidden/inaccessible in configuration. Even system-required Project Data elements can be hidden. Project dashboard page and project/file naming processes can still access these elements and underlying values.

Bug Fixes

Fixed page formatting issue with large paragraphs of text not splitting correctly at the page footer. Special thanks to Geoff Wright for identifying this, a credit has been added to your account!
Fixed bug when storing draggable bar locations when positioning finding options and summary bars.
Fixed scrollbar styling issue with Windows 11.
Fixed image/attachment count and icon indicator for Project Data section when Cover Page and/or Title Page displayed as explicit sections.
Fixed bug in the quick insert options entry selection tree view popup menu.
Fixed bug when in publish mode and viewing attachment manager, publish profile report section used in category/entry tree.
Fixed bug in resource manager that allowed files/images to be dragged from existing node to appended PDF files node.
Fixed issue in rich text editor that didn't advance the cursor when typing the enter key at the last line of a center- or left-aligned paragraph.
Fixed issue in rich text editor that failed to reapply focus to text area after a format was applied or removed via a popup menu.
Fixed issue in publish layout initialization in which settings were stored as an array and not converted to a valid object.

Account Manager

Fixed bug in search preventing screen from locking properly while processing.
Add view purchases from coupon
Change version to string and show FULL client version in requests and purchases

Version 2.0.14.0

04/01/24 -

Fixed a html truncation error when converting legacy database to version 2 that caused an outline layout issue.
Dragging a diagram to a new node in the Attachment Manager performs a copy of the original by design. The caption is now cleared during the copy process.
Added secondary sort column when sorting quick insert options by CODE. This will enable a fallback sort order “by description” when a CODE is absent.
Changes made to configuration that affect project dashboard or other system features are automatically re-cached, taking effect immediately.
Added the ability to synchronize the on-screen “Outline Mode” Report Sections arrangement with the “Full Report” Publish Profile Settings.
Fixed issue mapping entries/findings when project and configuration are mismatched. New version gracefully omits findings erroneously bound to topics or missing entries. Special thanks to Dan Withers for identifying this.
Added the ability to crop images in Attachment Manager in the Actions menu.

Tray Assistant 2.0.10.0

Fixed issue when reformatting an entry during legacy database conversion.
Fixed issue when performing database backups when backup directory set to a removable, network or remote drive. SQL Server does not support backups to non-fixed drives. New version will bypass limitation by creating backup to a temporary location on fixed, system drive and then move the file to the destination directory on the removable, network or remote drive.

Version 2.0.13.0

02/14/24 -

Fixed issue that resulted in the some text overlaying the page footer's horizontal rule. Special thanks to Manny Bohn for identifying this, a credit has been added to your account!
Other general fixes to measurement calculations when publishing a report.

Version 2.0.12.0

02/08/24 -

Fixed issue that was created in last update where publishing a Findings Report (excluding the report body) did not display any Finding content. Special thanks to Captain Rick Whiting for identifying this, a credit has been added to your account!

Version 2.0.11.0

02/05/24 -

Disabled the ability to add Findings in the Project Data section of the report which was found to cause a project error. Special thanks to Rafael Pérez-Alvira from Puerto Rico for identifying this, a free credit has been added to your account!
Fix to address an issue where the Finding's number may render out of numerical order if the finding is placed in Summary or Conclusion sections and this section is rendered in a specific location between the body and Findings section. Special thanks to Dan Oross (InspectX software developer) for identifying this, but also no free credit since you also created this issue...
Additional trigger added to start InspectX Tray Assistant which was found to stop running in some circumstances.
Fix to reorder Project Findings summary page if findings were included in the summary or conclusion sections.
Reminders bound to categories or sections marked as inaccessible will no longer display.
Adjusted review order of Reminders grouped together on the Reminders page to review the specific selection only.
Fix to image captions that were found to occasionally ignore line breaks upon saving if unsaved shapes/symbols were added to the image.

Version 2.0.10.0

01/20/24 -

New button added under control menu for shapes, symbols and numbers that enables creating a 'clone' of the formatting applied to the object.
Formatting adjustment to the substitute variable text used in the vessel condition and valuation sections, which auto-formats the text when converting a legacy project file and configuration file.
Findings included to sections or entries that have been marked as 'not-applicable' are now shown as dimmed out in Outline View to visually represent these hidden entries (this better represents cases where the finding number in the publish view may not match up to that of the outline view because of hidden objects.
Fix to the header bar of Outline View that kept the filter and spellcheck icons in position when switching to the Publish View or Project page directly from Outline View.
Fix to login page webpage's stored cookie to meet current requirements in order to remember last successful email address.
Fix to conversion of legacy (version 1) projects where an orphaned finding or attachment resulted in an error message.
Fix to publishing page-splitter which was found to hang when a finding image was inside a frame and unable to calculate the page-breaks correctly. Special thanks to Tony Gagliardo for identifying this, a free credit has been added to your account!
Fix to the publishing of the signature image which may disappear from the published page if the signature was orphaned on a new page.
Fix to maintain the 'default' status of configuration files when importing a configuration set as 'default' before export.

Version 2.0.9.0

12/03/23 -

Adjusted the minimum timeout settings on load for stability.
Fixed a publishing component link for 32-bit operating systems.

Version 2.0.8.0

11/24/23 -

Fixed issue with full-width portrait oriented images with and without captions to ensure they render in report within the allocated page height, after margins, header and footer (full-sized images will reduce in size to accommodate the caption space).
Fixed the Findings & Recommendations frame outline if the frame were to extend more than 2 pages.

Version 2.0.7.0

11/22/23 - General release version (see version 2.0.0.5 for full version 2 feature list).

Improvements to Smart Insert functions when adding text to better recognize capital letters and when to change case (Smart Insert evaluates selected text to determine subsequent word case).
Removed the auto-copy to clipboard from the Tray Assistance which may interfere with the copy/paste actions during a survey.
Addressed issue where some data may not post to the server when adding an entry from an iPhone or iPad on iOS 17, or Mac Safari on Sonoma (iOS changed text range object from 'ByValue' rather than 'ByReference, possibly in error).

Version 2.0.6.0

Fixed an issue created in version 2.0.5.0 that locked the page after adding attachments.

Version 2.0.5.0

Fixed issue when exporting configuration when maximum configuration pool has been exceeded.
Update the CFR reference on all configuration files under Fire Extinguishers (changed from 46 CFR to 33 CFR).
Added 30 second delay to the Task Scheduler when starting up InspectX Tray Assistant to allow time for slower computers.
Added online support and reference option to the Tray Assistant.

Version 2.0.4.0

Increased maximum text size of interface for use on smaller high-resolution devices.
Improved error message (for easier identification) when an exception occurs when attaching an appended PDF.

Version 2.0.3.0

Fixed an issue where the rich-text editor failed to clear formatting (bold/italicize) at a non-selection cursor.
Update to the Tray Assistant (2.0.4.0) to fix an issue when the backup file directory path exceeds the maximum allowable limit by Windows.
Improved the 'update' process so that the Chromium browser does not have to be re-downloaded after each update.

Version 2.0.2.0

Updates to application to include an out-of-process state server which allows the session to be maintained if the application pool recycles for any reason (this prevents error messages reverting back to the project selection page).
Update to Tray Assistant to allow system configuration changes.

Version 2.0.1.0

Tray Assistant shrinks database and files after large operations (conversions, backups, restores, etc.).
Update to the installation process so that the active browser refreshes in order to commit the secure site certificate and open the application when first installing.

Version 2.0.0.9

Adjustments to the timeouts in the payment process system between the InspectX management server and the merchant processor - prevents an instance where a pending transaction could be duplicated.
Update to the login permissions of the system Tray Assistant, to enable database transfer when the user is not logged in as the administrator.
Repair to the checkout process to keep the purchase window open if an invalid coupon code was entered.

Version 2.0.0.8 (official release)

(see version 2.0.0.5 for full version 2 feature list).

Version 2.0.0.8 (official release)

Created installation package for clean install of version2.
Created InspectX Tray Assistant - an application that runs in the taskbar designed to handle all background operations of InspectX (backup service, update service, database migration, legacy file conversion, database repair, etc.
Modifications made to the rich-text editor to fix caret position incorrectly placed in rare occasions.
Modification made to the draggable bars so that they remain in position when switching screen orientation.
Fix to Findings & Recommendations not adjusting to match text interface size.
Fix to Findings & Recommendations quick insert options list scroll-bar position.
Fixed publish layout menu text adjusting with interface font size.
'Smart Insert' improvements to better handle spacing before and after insert, modifies sentence capitalization according to position of insert, maintains capital abbreviations etc.
Double-click quick-insert option performs a 'smart insert', and copy/paste text remains 'exact insert'.
Added color change to the Quick Insert and Reminder's bar text headings (these will turn grey when there is no content.
Fixes to PDF conversion where text would occasionally overlap footer (mainly on Mac computers).
Remapping of legacy import projects so that the cover & title pages pre-fill similar to v1.
All imported legacy projects get scrubbed and any recognizable substitute variables are replaced for the updated ones.
Modified legacy converted settings to closely match v1 layout.
Increased maximum limits on global text font size.
Self-signed SSL certificate on the self-hosted website (so InspectX can appear as a secure site on the local machine).
Attachment manager warning on iPhone when importing several images at once (iPhone memory issue causes browser crash).
Attachment manager opens to Photos node by default.
Warning message added when downloading Chromium during the first publish.

Version 2.0.0.5 (released as Beta only)

System-wide framework update for version 2.

Global Changes

Ground-up re-write for performance on a faster and more efficient framework.
Improved touch-input controls throughout, to more easily perform actions.
Improved performance and functionality when using a Mac or iOS device.
The entire interface is capable of drag/drop functionality (including images).
Integrated full-screen mode with button at the top right of the page.Integrated 'high-contrast' mode with button at the top right for easy access.
More space available on cover/title page for custom entries.
Additional Substitute Variables for File Number, HIN, address, etc. as well as custom Substitute Variables.
ALL content can be customized and changed to other languages as desired.
Label names for 'Finding', 'Recommendation' and all other sectional heading names can be renamed.
System level changes including the infrastructure for administrator control for companies with a large team of surveyors (to be completed in subsequent updates)

Project Selection Mode

Enhanced search tool to much more efficiently locate projects.
The ability to mark projects as ‘favorites’ for easy retrieval.
Control panel for choosing what report field columns are visible.
Columns can be re-ordered as desired.
New action menu with more options when copying a previously completed project as a ‘template’ with specific controls.

Button Mode

Visual indicators for images as well as findings on the buttons and categories.
Ability to mark topics as not applicable, in progress or complete.
Topic headings can be arranged in table-view anywhere in the report.
Findings and attachments are visible, even when presented in table view.
Drag/drop images from your computer directly to buttons for faster entry.
Exact page scroll position retained when saving entries.
The Descriptive Name of any Category, Topic or entry can be hidden from publish while still displaying the content. These headings can also be replaced with horizontal rule separator if preferred.

Edit Window

Rich-text formatting shows text formatting right in the edit window.
Text formatting options (bold, italicize, underline, strikethrough, paragraph formatting, text color, etc.
Substitute Variables (formerly [:brackets:] replaced with real-time substitutes so you immediately see what will be published inside the text edit window.
Quick Insert Options and Reminders bar can be resized.
Quick Insert options improved with option for abbreviation (optional)
Reminders can be added to any heading or at the system level.

Reminders

Reminders are used to make sure a specific set of actions are completed before the heading can be marked as completed. Reminder control can be adjusted in settings. We imagine this tool to be most useful to surveyor company’s wanting to ensure staff surveyors always perform specific checks. Or for newer surveyors/organizations/schools wanting to maintain a specific standard.

Outline View

Fully editable outline mode (formerly Publish Preview Mode) that enables editing directly on this page.
Status Filter enabled in Outline view which enables viewing headings that are ‘not started’ or ‘not applicable’ so you can complete an entire report from this view if desired.
Images can be dragged/dropped directly to headings in outline view.
Outline View is capable of scanning for spelling/grammar mistakes, and utilizes the native dictionary of the host machine.
Ability to open the detailed editor while making changes in Outline View.

Settings Mode

Signature creator, including the ability to add affiliations and seal.
Ability to automatically number sections and headings of the report. These numbered sections automatically update as new entries are made, and are automatically disabled on headings marked ‘not applicable.
Detailed import/export options to make sharing Settings easier, with options of whether to share with your signature and personal details or not.

Configuration Mode

The ability to store up to 8 different configuration layouts and easily switch between them without even leaving the current project.
The ability to copy entries, topics or categories in configuration mode, and specifically choose which information is copied.
A built-in configuration tool to check file compatibility.
Detailed import/export options to make sharing easier. Simple drag/drop to re-order and re-structure report.

Attachments Manager

Easily add captions below any image (including keyboard shortcuts to quickly move through all your report’s images).
Easily add shapes (arrows, circles, ovals, squares, rectangles etc.)
Customize shape size and color after adding and easily repositioning over image.
Range of number icons to place on image for quick reference. Drag/drop images anywhere in your report after importing.
Image check-boxes to select for batch actions (delete, rotate, move, etc.).
Turn any image or graphic in a diagram, retrievable for repeated use in all future reports.
Custom symbols allow you to save your own elements (shapes etc.) for overlaying on images in future reports.
Resize any image to 1/3rd page width, 1/2 page width or full page width.

Publish Mode

Choose between Letter, A4 or Legal page sizes. Adjust page margins, formatting, style, indent, font and much more for each section and heading within the report.
These options enable countless combinations to personalize the appearance of your report.
Ability to include a static PDF company cover page before the report.
Ability to append PDF file attachments after the report.
Table of Contents can be printed within the report as well as built into the PDF. Surveyor has the option whether to include topics or just categories in the TOC and all headings are hyperlinks within the PDF.
Preview page layout directly in the Publish view.
Final publish can be done on reports that haven’t yet been fully completed.
New HTML to PDF converter improves page-breaks within the report.
New rules in the report layout make better use of white-space on the page for shorter reports.
Findings & Recommendations can be repeated in the body and Appendix, and user has control of which section images appear in.

LEGACY 1 VERSIONS

VERSION: 1.6.0.0

Created migration utility for backup and restoring entire database to another computer. This utility is located in the root directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\InspectX\Utilities
Added Configuration and Settings Files to automatically backup to the root directory along with all Project Files. C:\Program Files (x86)\InspectX\Backup
Added complete backup of entire database once every 24hrs, rotating for 7 days before overwriting oldest backup and continuing the cycle.
Increased the height of the signature to accomodate a stamp or other designation graphics.
Justified all report text by default.
Matched the Findings & Recommendation font sizes for identical layout formatting when publishing full report as when publishing findings only report.
Fixed the cover page image width which would affect the cover page dimensions if a cropped image was inserted.
Added colors to the Findings, "A"=Red, "B"=Blue and "C"=Green.
Added EXIT button to the top left menu (primarily for use when in Kiosk mode)
Added computer name and IP address info into the menu's 'about' section for easier remote connection.
Major improvements to the installation process.

NOTE:
The software will automatically check for updates once every 24hrs and a message will pop-up on your screen letting you know when one is available. If you computer was not online or happened to be turned off at the scheduled update time, you can force it to check for updates by simply restarting your computer. The update service is scheduled to run 5 minutes after restarting your computer. You will not lose any data by running the update but you certainly do NOT want to reinstall the application from scratch. If your computer doesn't show an available update after restarting then please reach out to me. Thanks!

VERSION: 1.5.9.0

Improved loading time of Project Selection Page when project list becomes large.
Improved the quality and slightly increased the size of attached image thumbnails.
Added total page count to current page number on each page of the PDF.
Added space to Finding's Suffix in the PDF report's Table of Contents to allow space between finding and description.
Fixed bug to keep non-published findings in summary table of the report body to remain in sync with findings in the appendix.
Fixed bug that prevented some foreign currency locales from completing a purchase.
Fixed bug where Findings placed in General Info resulted in mismatched link order in final PDF.

VERSION: 1.5.8.0

Selecting the 'A', 'B' or 'C' Finding now opens Findings page with that selection already highlighted.
Selecting an already created Finding goes directly to modify that finding (skipping the Finding's Summary Page).
Saving an already creating Finding exits to the button entry page (skipping the Finding's Summary Page).
Access to Finding's Summary Page added by clicking the magnifying icon next to the Finding Selection.
Access to creating new Finding made possible by clicking '+' icon next to Finding Selection.
Added the ability to allow Cover Page image to appear on the Title Page if the Cover Page is not used.
Added Button Re-order and exit icons when in Configuration Mode to make their access more intuitive.
Added a Magnifier icon to headings that include a Finding (this makes identifying which buttons contain findings even easier).
Added specific script for FireFox browsers to allow right click menu to appear when selecting images.
Added a transaction receipt that is emailed to account holder when publishing.

VERSION: 1.5.6.0

Added code to fix recurring known issue in Microsoft Edge to allow publishing PDFs as attachments (changed PDF converter request to open as an attachment where user can Open or Save file when using Edge only).
Rolled back PDF Converter version after a bug was identified in the latest version third-party converter software to prevent rare error on some machines which resulted in a %PDF error message.

VERSION: 1.5.5.0

Modifications to the handling of Cover/Title Page buttons.
Added ability to rotate any images from right-click menu in full image or thumbnail image.
Added ability to invert image color from image menu.
Fixed UTF characters being incorrectly displayed in the Published PDF.

VERSION: 1.5.4.0

Stable public release with user customization ability throughout.