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Octab Version 1.17 Release Notes

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We're super excited to share some fantastic new features and improvements in Octab version 1.17.

Don't forget to update your Octab extension to start enjoying these new goodies. If you're not sure how, we've got easy instructions at the end of this message.

Stay connected with all things Octab by checking out our Blog.

What's New in Version 1.17​

1. New Onboarding Tour Video for New Users​

Starting something new can be a bit overwhelming, so we've put together a helpful onboarding tour video to get you up to speed in no time.

2. Personalize Your Home Page with Custom Backgrounds​

You asked, and we listened! You can now make your home page truly yours by adding your own background images. Show off your style and make Octab feel like home.

Personalize Your Home Page

How to Do It:​

  1. Head over to one of your home pages.
  2. Click the Edit button at the top right to enter edit mode.
  3. Click on the Background button.
  4. Upload your favorite image.
  5. Click on your uploaded image to set it as your home page background.

A Few Things to Note:​

  • To keep things running smoothly, images need to be under 3MB.
  • If you're on the Free Plan, you can upload one image.
  • Pro Plan users can upload up to 10 images.

3. Adjust the Grid Size for Snapping Items on Your Home Page​

We're giving you even more control over your home page layout! This feature lets you fine-tune how your items are positioned. Whether you prefer a tightly packed layout or more spacing between items.

Home Page Settings Slider

How to Use:​

  1. Open your home page and click the Edit button at the top right to enter edit mode.

Home Page Settings Button

  1. You'll see a new Settings button (it looks like a gear icon) in the top right corner—click it.
  2. A slider will appear, letting you adjust the grid size. Drag the slider to set the grid spacing that suits your preference.
  3. Arrange your items on the grid. They'll snap into place based on the grid size you've selected.

About Our Plans​

We're working hard to make Octab even better for you, and part of that is refining our subscription plans. We aim to keep as many features free as possible, but some of the more resource-intensive ones might require a subscription. The good news? Free users will always have unlimited access to saving their tabs and resources!

You can check out our plans by going to your Settings page and clicking on Subscribe Now.

We want to give a huge shout-out to everyone who has subscribed so far. Your support means the world to us and helps us keep improving Octab for everyone. Thank you!

🎁 Special Discount Just for You​

As a token of our appreciation, we're offering a 50% discount on the monthly plan for an entire year! This special offer is available for a limited time only!

Simply use the coupon code OCTAB50 at checkout to claim your savings.

Fixes & Improvements​

We've also squashed some bugs and made enhancements based on your feedback:

  • Homepage Switch Buttons: Thanks to a user suggestion, we've improved the look of the homepage switch buttons.
  • Folder Button Color: Updated the folder button color to give better feedback when moving items, based on user feedback.
  • History Button Move: We've moved the History button to the Settings page. The shortcut key (Y) still works!
  • Task Widget Fix: New users were having trouble with the Task widget setup, it's all fixed now.
  • Task Filters Pre-set: New tasks will now have filters pre-set when you create them in a new Task View.
  • Plan Upgrade Issues: Fixed some hiccups with one-time payment plan upgrades.
  • Deleted Tab Display: Resolved the issue where deleted tabs showed only the UUID in Task Views.
  • Better Syncing: Improved the syncing mechanism for smoother performance.
  • Color Picker Upgrade: Made the color picker nicer to use when customizing your homepage with a static color.

Loving Octab? We'd Appreciate Your Review on the Chrome Web Store!​

If Octab is helping you stay organized or making your day a bit easier, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on the Chrome Web Store. Your feedback helps us grow and lets others discover Octab too. Thank you for being part of our journey!

How to Update the Extension​

Not sure how to update Octab? It's easy:

  1. Open Chrome and click the three dots in the top-right corner.
  2. Go to More Tools > Extensions.
  3. Toggle on Developer mode in the top right corner.
  4. Click the Update button to get the latest version of Octab.

We Want to Hear from You!​

Your thoughts and ideas help us make Octab better. If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at [email protected]. We're all ears!

Thanks for being a part of the Octab community, and enjoy the new features in version 1.17!