Linux Startup Compatibility and File Monitoring Reliability Improvements
ImprovementImproved Linux startup and auto-start behavior across more desktop environments, helping packaged launches and boot-time startup run more consistently
ImprovementImproved Linux desktop session environment handling so tray, startup, and related launch flows behave more reliably on different system configurations
FixFixed some Linux tray initialization issues caused by temporary-directory availability or write-permission differences
ImprovementImproved file change monitoring on Unix-like systems so newly completed downloads, copied files, and renamed files are reflected more reliably in search results and indexing updates
v2.15.2June 2026
Linux Desktop Compatibility and Packaging Improvements
ImprovementImproved open and launch behavior on Linux desktop environments, with better compatibility for desktop shortcuts, app entries, and related file association scenarios
ImprovementImproved window navigation and display stability on Linux across different desktop environments and display protocols
FixFixed desktop launch, file opening, and AppImage-related issues on some Linux distributions and newer system environments
ImprovementImproved working-directory and configuration loading behavior under different launch methods for more consistent startup results
ImprovementImproved icon loading behavior on Windows for more stable and accurate icon display
PerformanceOptimized desktop build and packaging workflows to improve cross-platform packaging reliability
v2.15.1June 2026
Hotkey Status, Archive Preview, and Windows File Menu Refinements
NewAdded clearer hotkey status indicators in Settings, making it easier to confirm whether configured shortcuts are active, pending, failed, or unavailable
NewExpanded archive preview support for more compressed, package, disk image, and multi-part archive formats
ImprovementImproved archive previews and icon thumbnails so archive contents are recognized more consistently and long-running previews fail more gracefully
ImprovementImproved compressed-file type recognition across preview, thumbnail, search result, and Settings workflows for a more consistent browsing experience
ImprovementImproved global hotkey startup and refresh behavior so desktop shortcuts remain more predictable across different launch scenarios
ImprovementImproved desktop startup preparation and configuration loading across packaged, shortcut-based, and direct-launch scenarios, reducing cases where the app may unexpectedly fall back to default settings
FixFixed Linux AppImage and Unix relaunch working-directory handling so startup, restart, and backend wake-up behavior remain more reliable in packaged desktop environments
ImprovementImproved Windows native file menu compatibility for single and multiple selections, including more reliable handling of file-type actions and properties
PerformanceImproved frontend asset delivery so updated interface resources can load more efficiently after release
ImprovementImproved hotkey configuration layout in Settings so shortcut fields, status labels, and long target paths fit more cleanly across window sizes
v2.15.0June 2026
Visual Search and Folder Sync Updates
NewAdded Visual Search, allowing users to find visually similar images and video segments by uploading an image or video file
NewAdded support for screenshots, pasted images, and drag-and-drop image or video files as visual search input
NewAdded richer visual search results with thumbnails, match counts, similarity scores, file paths, server information, and media type labels
NewAdded segment-based video result presentation, including query segments, target time ranges, and final matched results for video searches
NewAdded visual search rule settings, searchable-file count checks, status refresh, indexing progress display, and FFmpeg setup guidance
NewAdded folder sync between selected local folders and connected server folders for easier cross-device file continuity
NewAdded sync controls for enabling folders and links, setting scan intervals, selecting remote folders, and manually starting sync runs
ImprovementImproved sync status and conflict review in Settings with live refresh, unresolved-conflict alerts, localized error messages, and per-conflict handling
ImprovementImproved cross-platform sync reliability for file and folder changes, permission handling, root coordination, stale-state cleanup, and interrupted-transfer recovery
ImprovementImproved Windows desktop taskbar icon clarity and consistency across startup, shortcut focus, window switching, and repeated launches
ImprovementImproved progress displays so content indexing and visual indexing elapsed time updates continuously while tasks are running
ImprovementImproved content indexing recovery and cache refresh behavior so searches stay more reliable after startup, rule changes, or long-running indexing work
NewAdded stop controls for content indexing and visual indexing, allowing long-running index updates to be safely stopped while keeping completed index data
NewAdded configurable FFmpeg and OCR parallel limits, with automatic mode available for balanced default performance
ImprovementImproved cancellation feedback for indexing tasks with clearer stopping and stopped states in the Settings progress area
PerformanceImproved OCR and visual indexing throughput for large batches by making media processing concurrency more adaptive and resource-aware
PerformanceImproved content reading and match preview handling so large files and long previews remain more responsive during search and indexing workflows
PerformanceImproved build and release delivery with a faster local build mode, reusable asset caching, and more consistent artifact collection
v2.14.0June 2026
Desktop Startup, AI Chat, and Release Delivery Improvements
NewAdded clearer startup guidance on macOS and Linux, including localized prompts for situations that require administrator authorization
ImprovementImproved macOS desktop single-instance behavior to reduce duplicate launches and make repeated starts more predictable
ImprovementImproved runtime file organization and first-run file creation so settings, resources, and generated files are handled more reliably across installations
ImprovementImproved AI chat response streaming so assistant messages update more smoothly during long replies
FixRefined AI chat image-capability handling and error behavior so unsupported image conversations fail more clearly and recover more predictably
PerformanceImproved cross-platform build and release packaging reliability, including faster repeated builds and more consistent artifact collection for supported platforms
v2.13.1June 2026
Auto Mount, Server Status, and Scope Memory Improvements
NewAdded auto mount support for connected servers, making selected remote locations easier to restore and keep available across sessions
NewAdded clearer mount status indicators, including mounted, mounting, offline, failed, stale, and pending-login states
ImprovementImproved mount setup with offline-server warnings, duplicate selection prevention, and clearer last-success and error details
ImprovementImproved drive scope selection so each search area can remember its own selected locations and preserve choices when a location is temporarily unavailable
ImprovementImproved remote location recovery and status refresh behavior, helping connected search and browsing workflows stay more reliable after network or server changes
FixRefined settings and drive selection presentation with clearer bilingual labels and more consistent status feedback
v2.13.0June 2026
Search Scope Selection and Result View Refinements
NewAdded a drive and location scope selector, making it easier to limit searches to selected local or connected storage locations
NewAdded search scope controls across Search, Content Search, Quick Launcher, and Duplicate Finder for a more consistent workflow
ImprovementImproved searches across mixed local and connected locations so selected scopes are handled more consistently across different result types
ImprovementImproved Context Search behavior so searches launched from the current local context stay focused on the expected local results
ImprovementRefined preview and compare panel sizing so side-by-side result review remains smoother during layout changes
FixImproved empty-result messages and control alignment across result views for clearer multilingual presentation and a more consistent interface
v2.12.4June 2026
Icon View, Thumbnails, and Compare View Refinements
NewAdded an icon view for result lists, making files and folders easier to browse visually in Search, Content Search, Quick Launcher, and Context Search
NewAdded thumbnail previews for common file types, folders, and archives, helping users identify results more quickly without opening each item
NewAdded thumbnail display settings so users can choose which file categories and extensions should generate visual previews
ImprovementImproved result browsing controls with list/icon view switching, adjustable icon size, thumbnail toggles, and related keyboard shortcuts
ImprovementImproved icon-view paging, scrolling, selection, and context-menu behavior so visual browsing remains consistent with the existing list workflow
FixImproved compare view messages and empty-state text in Chinese and English, making content review feedback clearer across languages
v2.12.3May 2026
Windows File Menu and Selection Interaction Improvements
NewAdded support for the Windows system file menu, allowing result items to use native Windows file actions for a more familiar workflow
NewEnhanced the Windows file menu with support for opening the file properties dialog, making it easier to inspect and manage file properties
ImprovementImproved result selection logic by fixing focus and anchor index handling, making range selection and keyboard selection more reliable
ImprovementEnhanced selection box behavior with support for clearing the current selection and synchronizing the focused row, reducing inconsistent selection states
ImprovementImproved Windows restart handling with support for delayed restarts and argument processing, making update and recovery flows more reliable
ImprovementRefined multiple interaction details across file menus, result selection, and system restart flows for a smoother user experience
v2.12.2May 2026
Result Selection and Context Workflow Improvements
ImprovementImproved result selection across Search, Content Search, Quick Launcher, and Context Search, making select all, range selection, and drag selection more consistent across large result sets
NewAdded broader batch actions for selected results, including copy, cut, metadata copy, open, download, and AI analysis where available
ImprovementImproved context menus so selected-item counts and batch limits are clearer before running multi-file actions
NewAdded cut support and a default cut shortcut in Context Search for a more complete file management workflow
FixImproved shortcut and encoded launch-parameter handling so searches opened from desktop or context entries load more reliably
ImprovementImproved Unix/macOS folder scanning reliability so nested folders and larger directory trees are represented more accurately
v2.12.1May 2026
Duplicate Finder, Startup, and Sync Refinements
ImprovementImproved the duplicate file workflow with a more consistent results toolbar, adjustable table columns, clearer column lines, and a larger range selection window
ImprovementImproved duplicate result browsing so scroll position, keyboard shortcuts, page sizing, and export actions behave more predictably during repeated review
PerformanceImproved search responsiveness when sorting large result sets by path length, especially for broad quick searches
ImprovementImproved remote duplicate checking and Unix/macOS scanning reliability so large or busy folders are handled more steadily
ImprovementImproved desktop startup and auto-start behavior on macOS and Linux, including clearer handling of saved administrator authorization when enabled
FixFixed several state synchronization issues involving login redirects, logout handling, theme changes across windows, and file copy shortcuts inside preview or dialog areas
v2.12.0May 2026
Desktop Startup Reliability and Release Delivery
ImprovementImproved desktop startup and relaunch behavior so update or settings-triggered restarts close and reopen the app more reliably
ImprovementImproved macOS and Linux desktop launch coordination across app bundle and AppImage scenarios, reducing blank screens and premature navigation while the app becomes ready
NewAdded a lightweight startup loading screen to provide clearer feedback while FilePulse is opening
FixImproved single-instance detection to reduce false already-running states after an abnormal exit
ImprovementStandardized macOS and Linux ARM64 package naming and artifact collection so release files are easier to identify and match during updates
ImprovementClarified multi-instance settings labels by separating service instances from desktop UI instances
v2.11.0May 2026
OCR Search and Workflow Reliability
NewAdded content search support for text inside images and image-based content in common documents, making scanned or image-heavy files easier to find
NewAdded OCR-aware processing options for DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, PDF, and image files to cover more content discovery scenarios
ImprovementImproved text recognition and match positioning for PDF and image-based document content, making review results clearer
ImprovementRefined content indexing refresh behavior when search rules or processing options change, reducing unnecessary rework while keeping results up to date
ImprovementImproved context search path handling with smoother parent-scope navigation, wildcard path support, and more forgiving empty-scope behavior
FixImproved macOS file clipboard reliability with stronger path validation and better handling in startup or elevated launch scenarios
v2.10.0May 2026
Preview Experience Refinements
NewUnified the file preview experience across dialog and embedded layouts for a more consistent viewing flow
NewAdded preview support for RTF documents, EPUB/FB2/CBZ books, and common archive formats such as ZIP, 7Z, RAR, TAR, TGZ, TBZ2, and TXZ
NewAdded support for RTF, EPUB, FB2, and CBZ files in content search
ImprovementRefined preview layout handling to better adapt to different window sizes and panel states
PerformanceStreamlined preview activation and rendering behavior to make the overall preview experience feel smoother and more responsive
v2.9.1May 2026
Preview, Compare, and Search Experience Refinements
NewAdded a split preview panel to make content browsing and result inspection more convenient
NewIntroduced a compare view to present matching content and preview results in a clearer side-by-side layout
ImprovementRefined the layout and presentation of the compare view for a more readable and focused review experience
ImprovementImproved search, context search, and quick launcher loading behavior to make page transitions feel smoother and more responsive
PerformanceEnhanced request handling during preview and icon loading to improve overall stability and browsing efficiency
v2.9.0May 2026
Search Experience, Rule Dialog, and Build Export Updates
ImprovementImproved automatic paging and result browsing across search-related views so the visible result count adapts more naturally to the current layout
ImprovementRefined search result transitions and dialog presentation for a smoother experience in Search, Content Search, and Quick Launcher
ImprovementUpdated the rule configuration dialog to a more spacious full-screen layout, making complex search conditions easier to review and edit
ImprovementImproved macOS startup handling for boot-time launch scenarios so the app responds more promptly when opening
ImprovementAdded a consolidated build artifact export flow to make packaging for multiple platforms easier
v2.8.2May 2026
Smarter Paging & Smoother Result Browsing
NewAdded automatic page sizing in search-related result views so the visible result count can better adapt to the current window and layout
ImprovementImproved result list height adaptation and page transitions for a more stable and comfortable browsing experience across Search, Content Search, and Quick Launcher
ImprovementRefined scrollbar, keyboard navigation, and page request coordination to make result browsing feel smoother and more consistent during continuous navigation
ImprovementUpdated the advanced options presentation in search views for quicker access and a cleaner workspace
ImprovementImproved content snippet display in Content Search so long matches are easier to preview and read
ImprovementRefined result interaction details to reduce accidental text selection during browsing and keep operations more focused
ImprovementImproved theme switching state handling so appearance changes stay more consistent across view changes and repeated use
FixFixed an issue on Windows where switching in File Explorer could unexpectedly restore a maximized window
NewAdded a back-to-parent button in the context window so it is easier to adjust and control the search scope
v2.8.0April 2026
Context Search and Search Experience Upgrades
NewAdded a Windows-only context search workflow for quickly jumping into the current file manager location or supported open dialogs
NewYou can now auto-fill the current file manager path into search with a shortcut on Windows, macOS, and Linux
NewFolder search is now supported on Windows, macOS, and Linux
ImprovementContext search results can now be sorted by name, full path, size, or modified time
ImprovementKeyboard navigation and the selected item now stay in sync with scrolling for smoother browsing
ImprovementImproved Linux startup behavior, environment handling, and logging for a more reliable launch experience
NewAdded Linux AppImage build artifacts to support a wider range of Linux distributions
ImprovementAdded a warning in Settings when a hotkey configuration may be incorrect
FixFixed a low-probability issue on Windows where opening a file or locating it in its folder could cause the taskbar to flash
v2.7.0April 2026
Search Workspace & macOS Startup Improvements
NewAdded search annotation management with grouping and pinned-item support to make search context easier to organize
NewAdded flexible table column layout controls so result views can better match different browsing habits
ImprovementRedesigned the search view and quick launcher workflow with a clearer bottom toolbar, smoother paging, and a more streamlined export experience
ImprovementImproved delayed loading, loading-state feedback, and context menu interactions for a more stable and responsive interface experience
ImprovementImproved macOS startup and auto-launch reliability across supported installation forms. Important: if auto-launch is enabled in an older macOS version, disable it before upgrading to v2.7.0 and re-enable it afterward to avoid startup issues. Other operating systems are not affected.
v2.6.5April 2026
Language Switching & Theme Readability
NewAdded a more convenient language switching experience to support smoother Chinese and English interface changes
NewAdded richer text appearance options in theme settings, including font styling and text color customization
NewAdded text contrast presets with theme-following, light high-contrast, and dark high-contrast modes for different display preferences
ImprovementImproved the content search view by refining sorting options in linear mode for a more consistent search experience
ImprovementImproved the first-login experience with clearer sign-in guidance and more polished visual presentation across the login flow
v2.6.4April 2026
Preset Defaults & Selection Experience
FixFixed an issue where initials-based pinyin search could stop working when encryption was enabled
NewAdded support for default presets so resetting search now restores the configured default preset automatically
ImprovementOptimized theme table hover behavior and keyboard selection strength settings, and unified the default values to the maximum level
NewAdded automatic selection of the first result to improve result navigation and search selection flow
v2.6.3April 2026
Search Guidance & Window Focus Improvements
NewAdded support for managing offline remote servers
FixFixed an issue on Linux X11 where invoking the native desktop window via keyboard shortcut could fail to bring the window into focus
ImprovementUpdated the default macOS search scope to include the system Applications directory
ImprovementAdded clearer guidance on the macOS download page that accessing special folders such as Desktop requires Full Disk Access permission
ImprovementAdded a clear message on the content search page when zero files are included in the search scope
ImprovementRefined navigation guidance messaging to make page transitions and search flow easier to understand
v2.6.2March 2026
Built-In App Updates
NewAdded a built-in update panel in Settings to view current version, latest version, and package details
NewAdded one-click update flow for checking, downloading, and starting a new version
NewAdded direct update package saving in supported environments for later installation or delivery
NewAdded clearer availability notices when one-click upgrade requires a local FilePulse connection
v2.6.1March 2026
Search Continuity & Rule Clarity
NewAdded a search experience preference that can keep your current search context when switching between search tabs, making it easier to continue from where you left off
ImprovementImproved return-to-search behavior so the search box is ready sooner after tab changes, reducing extra clicks during repeated lookups
ImprovementRefined how saved file-search conditions load inside configuration dialogs for more consistent editing and preview behavior
ImprovementRedesigned rule summaries and detail presentation in Settings with clearer titles, structured condition highlights, and a more readable layout for complex rules
v2.6.0March 2026
AI Conversations & Session Management
NewAdded AI conversation support with LLM configuration management and persistent session history
NewAdded one-click clear-all sessions for faster workspace reset and cleaner conversation management
NewAdded enhanced AI message sending flow with more reliable interaction handling
NewAdded enhanced message storage and image upload behavior for smoother chat experience
v2.5.2February 2026
Autostart Reliability & Desktop Experience
NewAdded cross-platform startup launch management with more consistent auto-start controls across Windows, macOS, and Linux
ImprovementImproved startup password handling with administrator password guidance for smoother setup
ImprovementAdded cross-platform restart guidance with clearer confirmation messaging when changes require restart
ImprovementRefined Settings tab layout and wrapping rules to improve readability in both Chinese and English interfaces
FixFixed double-scrollbar issues and unified minimum-height and box-model behavior for cleaner layout consistency
NewEnhanced macOS startup experience with tray availability when launching FilePulse.app
v2.5.1February 2026
Native Runtime Stability & Instance Control
NewAdded single-instance controls for FilePulse and the native desktop app, with refined startup configuration handling
NewAdded browsing data cleanup support in the native desktop app for faster environment reset
FixFixed a Linux issue where locate-in-folder could fail, and improved environment setup detection with clearer error handling
v2.5.0February 2026
Theme Personalization & Onboarding Controls
NewAdded popup theme controls for transparency, mask intensity, inner container emphasis, and mouse/keyboard selection strength
NewAdded flexible theme backgrounds with image or video selection, quick clear actions, and visual tuning for element transparency and blur
NewAdded first-login language selection to choose interface language before entering the workspace
NewAdded page navigation guide preference to show or hide the full-page guide experience
NewAdded extension handler selection for broader file-type processing scenarios
ImprovementImproved settings persistence and storage cleanup flow, including one-click local/session data reset with return-to-login handling
v2.4.1February 2026
Remote Connectivity & Trust Hardening
ImprovementImproved remote login stability with automatic fallback between HTTP/3 and HTTP/2 when needed
ImprovementHardened remote request validation and routing for more reliable cross-server operations
NewAdded authenticated remote callback flow to strengthen session trust and response integrity
v2.4.0February 2026
Folder Auto-Sync & Connection Resilience
NewAdded folder auto-sync with device ID management and local/remote directory mapping
NewAdded periodic auto-sync polling with dynamic remote root folder name updates
NewAdded sync deletion records to track and manage paths removed during folder auto-sync
NewAdded remote server reconnect support with dynamic configuration management
ImprovementRefined remote login updates and token handling for more stable multi-server sessions
ImprovementImproved cross-server group recognition, row styling, and dark mode context menu readability
v2.3.1January 2026
UX Refinements & Build Workflow
ImprovementImproved selection handling for more consistent interactions
ImprovementRefined Settings view guidance and credential entry experience
ImprovementAdded guidance for fast duplicate scan mode to improve clarity
ImprovementStreamlined frontend build workflow and static asset handling
v2.3.0January 2026
Sharing & Indexing Enhancements
NewAdded automatic indexing for shared content to keep results up to date
NewIntroduced share configuration management with get/update support
ImprovementImproved shared access handling with better user and path controls
ImprovementNormalized API base URL handling with safer defaults for stable connections
v2.2.1January 2026
Search Locking & Export Improvements
NewAdded file type locking to keep search targets consistent
ImprovementRefined search form behavior and button state logic for clearer interactions
ImprovementEnhanced prefix mode with advanced expression locking and clearer error prompts
NewAdded duplicate results export to TSV with improved progress display
v2.2.0January 2026
Duplicate Finder & Progress Experience
NewAdded duplicate file search with dedicated results view and routing support
NewIntroduced fast scan mode with sampling options for flexible duplicate checks
ImprovementEnhanced duplicate results table with pagination, font sizing, row height, and smoother scrolling
ImprovementAdded running-state feedback and refined progress refresh behavior for long tasks
PerformanceOptimized duplicate scan performance and default page sizing for large datasets
v2.1.2January 2026
Logic Enhancements & System Stability
PerformanceImproved icon processing system with optimized caching mechanism
ImprovementOptimized index management system to ensure data integrity and stability
ImprovementImproved clipboard interaction logic within the preview window