Release Notes
History of Alex Sidebar’s updates and improvements
Version 2.1 (Latest)
2.1.3
Fixed
- Resolved issue with blank code sections
2.1.2
Fixed
- Fixed disappearing CJK (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) input during composition
2.1.0
Major Features
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Git Integration
- AI-powered commit message suggestions
- Quick access with CMD+Shift+G shortcut
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Chat Tabs
- Multiple concurrent chat sessions
- Tab navigation with Ctrl+Tab
- New tab: CMD+T
- Close tab: CMD+W
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Quick Apply
- Auto-applies changes without diff panel
- Fast-forward button (⏩) for instant application
Improvements
- Enhanced agent mode with regex code search
- Added escape key to cancel voice recording
- Improved code apply scroll position retention
- Added project path override option
- Optional apply buttons at end of code sections
Fixed
- Reduced beachballing in agent mode
- Fixed disappearing pending messages during scroll
- Fixed voice transcription stop issues
- Resolved duplicate chat boxes in agent mode
- Fixed “Forever Waiting” server error state
- Fixed text field scroll interference with chat view
Version 2.0
2.0.0
Major Features
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Agent Mode
- Autonomous context finding and research capabilities
- Project analysis without manual file selection
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Voice Mode
- Voice command support with CMD+Shift+V shortcut
- Multi-language speech recognition
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Project Memories
- Project study and note-taking
- Improved context retention across chat sessions
Version 1.3
1.3.17
Fixed
- Resolved new file addition issues
- Fixed early return bug with pinyin and IME languages
- Corrected Xcode window attachment behavior with archives panel
- Added clickable progress bar for Code Apply
1.3.16
Improvements
- File Management
- Revamped Add File functionality for instant operation
- Removed redundant file picker for “new file” code sections
- Extended support for all file extensions
- Better Xcode integration with automatic file switching in diff viewer
1.3.14
Big Improvements
- Code Apply
- Unified fast and slow apply into a single, faster and smarter “Apply” button
- Chunks mode is now enabled by default for better handling
- Re-did our code apply mechanism, so it should always pop up now
New Features
- Multi-Image Support
- Added ability to drag and drop multiple images into chat
- Perfect for discussing multiple UI components together
UI Improvements
- Copied large code snippets show as compact links in the chat text field instead of expanding fully
1.3.12
New Features
- Model Integration
- Added Grok support in chat interface
- Re-implemented in-app update system with update button
Fixed
- Resolved code apply functionality issues
- Critical Database Fixes
- Fixed SQLite database crash on app launch
- Resolved database corruption issues during runtime
1.3.10
New Features
- Browser Integration
- Added CMD+L support for multiple browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Arc, Safari)
- Enabled adding entire web pages to context
- Introduced text selection support for Chrome and Arc
- Better Inline Completion with Command + K
- Added model selection options:
- Claude 3.5 Sonnet
- GPT-4
- Gemini Flash 2.0
- Added retry generation option
- Added model selection options:
- Image Support
- Added ability to copy-paste images directly into chat
- Gemini 2.0 Flash
- Added Gemini Flash 2.0 in model selection for chat and inline completion
Fixed
- Resolved code apply functionality issues
1.3.7
Added
- Implemented Cmd+N shortcut for creating new chat
Fixed
- Resolved issue with first message contents persisting on new chat or Cmd+L
1.3.6 - 1.3.4
Fixed
- Restored “Fix Issue” button functionality
- Resolved critical crash issues
- Fixed Cmd+K functionality
- Addressed beachballing issues
1.3.2
Performance Improvements
- Optimized long chat performance
- Enhanced context usage efficiency
- Fixed “Error connecting to LLM API”
- Resolved circle of death in @Menu
Enhanced Tab to Complete
- Implemented smart suggestions with language server
- Added large file support
- Improved caching system
- Reduced popup frequency
Fixed
- Resolved key press lag in Xcode
- General stability improvements
Version 1.2
1.2.0
Added
- Integrated Apple Developer Documentation (400,000 pages)
- Implemented @Apple Docs command
- Added search functionality in chat history
Improved
- Enhanced file indexing for renamed and deleted files
- Added restart button for Xcode project focus issues
Fixed
- Window sizing issues in fullscreen mode
- Textview pasting and undo/redo functionality
Version 1.1
1.1.31 - 1.1.34
Added
- Custom keybindings support
- Stream cancellation feature
- Extended chat timeout to 3 minutes
Improved
- Optimized file indexer for iOS projects
Fixed
- Critical launch failure issues
- Apply diff functionality problems
1.1.24 - 1.1.28
Added
- Project-specific custom prompts
- Improved apply diff view
Fixed
- Freezing issues with large projects
- Window resizing behavior
- Critical issues with Cmd+Enter and Codebase Search
1.1.18 - 1.1.21
Added
- Bring-your-own-key support
- Custom chat model configuration
- China region support
- Diff chunk rejection
- Perplexity integration for web searches
- Diff viewer for Cmd+K
- Auto-resize window to Xcode
- Pin text field feature
- @menu for codebase context
Fixed
- Context updating issues
- Code section display problems
1.1.12
Added
- API error alerts
- Chat deletion feature
- Enhanced Cmd+L functionality
- Improved code-apply view
Fixed
- Scroll stuttering
- App freezing issues
- Message editing glitches
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