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Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.4.8.<br><br>
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Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 5.0. Links to fixes in previous versions are at the bottom of this page.<br><br>
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==Links to the latest Beta release==
 
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The latest Beta version released is '''Version 4.4.9-Jan05,16'''. (The "16" denotes the year.) Click the appropriate link to begin the download. For installation instructions please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.4.9-Jan11,16.exe '''Windows''']]<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.4.9-Jan11,16.zip '''Mac OSX''']]<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.4.9-Jan11,16-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.4.9-Jan11,16-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-Jan11,16.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br>
 
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[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-Jan11,16.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in January 2016==
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==Links to the latest release==
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===Extruded Aluminum enclosures===
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The latest version released is '''Protocase Designer Version 6 ''<br><br>
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Version 4.4.9-Jan11,16 fixes an issue introduced in a recent Beta in which an exception occurred when older extruded aluminum enclosures with the "natural" screw finish were imported into Designer. Note that Protocase does not stock zinc-coated screws for extruded enclosures.
 
  
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===Fasteners===
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To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br>
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As of Version 4.4.9-Jan11,16, the Cutout Library no longer includes fasteners (nuts, studs, standoffs); they can now be placed only using the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Place Self-Clinching Fasteners''' command in the Face Editor.
 
  
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=== Unit Height for Rackmounts ===
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner.exe '''Windows''']]<br>
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Version 4.4.9-Jan05,16 fixes an error introduced in an earlier Beta release, in which the Unit Height was displayed in inches even though the input was in "U" units. Note: "U" is a rack unit of measure that describes the height of electronic equipment designed to mount in a 19-inch rack or a 23-inch rack. The 19 inches (482.60 mm) or 23 inches (584.20 mm) dimension reflects the width of the equipment mounting-frame in the rack including the frame; the width of the equipment that can be mounted inside the rack is less. One rack unit is 1.75 inches (44.45 mm) high.  
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner-OSX.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8+ in DMG format''']]<br>
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner-x64.deb '''Linux Debian x64''']]<br>
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br>
  
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==Fixes released in December 2015==
 
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===Grouped cutouts===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Dec21,15 fixed a problem introduced in a recent beta, in which grouping cutouts in the Face Editor and then pressing the '''Edit''' tool could cause cutouts to be flipped on the x or y axis.
 
  
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===Editing Enclosure Properties===
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These releases are maintained for older versions of Mac OSX<br>
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In Version 4.4.9-Dec14,15, pressing '''Cancel''' in the Edit Enclosure Properties dialog takes much less time to close the dialog.
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 or 10.7 in ZIP format''']]<br>
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 or 10.7 in TAR format''']]<br>
  
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===Installing Designer on a Mac OSX Mountain Lion===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.8==
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With Version  4.4.9-Dec09,15, the registration issue was resolved. You no longer receive the erroneous warning that the file is damaged and that you should remove it; instead, you are simply informed that the file was downloaded from the Internet.
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===Fixes released in Oct 2021===
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* Drawer Slides added to Rackmount and Rear Bend Rackmount Templates
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* Fix performance issues with patterns
  
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===Pasting multiple cutouts===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.7==
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Version 4.4.9-Dec07,15 fixes an issue in which selecting and pasting several cutouts at once could cause them to stack on top of each other.
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===Fixes released in Sept 2021===
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* New 5-Sided Enclosure With Hinge Template
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* Bug fix for sub-assemblies displaying wrong in the face editor
  
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===Overlapping cutouts===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.6==
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Version 4.4.9-Dec07,15 fixes the issue in which, when the only cutouts in a part were overlapping, an irrelevant warning was displayed.
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===Fixes released in July 2021===
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* Show Coordinates Tool
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* New Preference Dialog
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* More detailed 2D views of Sub Assemblies
  
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===Concentric graphics and cutouts===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.4==
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In Version 4.4.9-Dec03, if you place a circular graphic around a circular cutout that is fairly close in size and using the same centerpoint, Designer displays a warning:<br>
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===Fixes released in February 2021===
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[[File:concentric_graphic_warning.png|500px]]
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* 3D Dimensioning
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===Cutout Library===
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* Fixed some causes were component import didn't work
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Version 4.4.9-Dec03 fixes the problem in which parsers were displayed in the Cutout Library.
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* Symmetrical Rackmount Mounting brackets
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===Bracket templates===
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* Added M2.5x0.45 tap
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With Version 4.4.9-Dec03, images are displayed for the Angled Bracket, Angled Offset Bracket, Angled U Bracket, and Triangular Bracket.
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* Countersink will bottom out design check add drop down for metal thickness and type.
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===3D View===
 
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Version 4.4.9 fixes the problem in which PEMs were not displayed in the 3D View.
 
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===Zoom and Reset View===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Dec03 fixes issues in which the '''Zoom''' and '''Reset View''' tools were not working properly.<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in October 2015==
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==Fixes released in Version 5.3==
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===Countersinks===
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===Fixes released in December 2020===
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Version 4.4.9-Nov23,15 fixes an issue in which a file with countersinks, when loaded into an upgraded version of Designer, caused an irrelevant error message saying that the template would not update.
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* Fixed faces not editable on some computers.
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===Design check warning===
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* Fixed components causing face editors not to open.
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Version Oct27,15 fixes a problem in which the Design Check warning was displayed, but no errors were listed.
 
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===Irrelevant boundary warning===
 
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Version Oct 27,15 fixes the issue in which an irrelevant Boundary Warning message was displayed when you started to replace a PEM but then clicked Cancel in the Self Clinching Fastener Selection window.
 
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===Adding notes to edited cutouts===
 
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Version Oct22,15 fixes the issue with the Cutout Manager in which notes added to edited cutouts were not saved.
 
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===Exporting bitmaps===
 
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In Version Oct22,15 you can '''[[Face_Editor#Exporting_bitmaps | export a bitmap]]''' that has been imported to a face.
 
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===Digital Printing recommendations, errors, and warnings===
 
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*In Version Oct22,15 digital print is now the default printing method and a valid option for all graphics unless the image is over 46"x46" or is on a bare or grained finish. If you choose silkscreening when digital print is a valid option, Designer will recommend using digital print instead. (If you ignore the recommendation, Designer will not recommend it again for that design file.)
 
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*In Version Oct 27,15, Designer prevents you from applying digital print to bare metal or a grained finish, and warns you when you apply silkscreening to bare metal.<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in September 2015==
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===Fixes released in October 2020===
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===Add/Remove Programs===
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* Online library.
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With Version 4.4.9-Sep24,15, Designer is no longer listed in the Windows Add/Remove Programs list as "Protaces."
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* New component library category
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===Files created in Version 3.0===
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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Some files designed in Protocase Designer Version 3.0, when imported into the current version, flipped some cutouts horizontally on some faces. As of Version 4.4.9-Sep10,15, these files are imported properly.<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in August 2015==
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==Fixes released in Version 5.3.12==
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===User-placed handles===
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===Fixes released in October 2020===
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Version 4.4.9-Aug27,15 fixes problems in which user-placed handles did not load properly, and enclosure designs with such handles could not be
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* Online library.
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updated.
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* New component library category
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===Ordering===
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which enclosures could not be ordered correctly.
 
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===Loading files===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which a file could not be loaded.
 
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===PEMs===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes several issues with PEMs:
 
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*When you added a PEM, only the hole was displayed, instead of the PEM itself, and if you moved a PEM, it disappeared entirely. When you saved and reloaded the file, PEMs were displayed properly.
 
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*PEMs were displayed as "assembly: pem" rather than "PEM: partnumber" and were displayed under the Part rather than the Face.
 
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===Trim mode===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which trimming an object and then clicking '''Accept and Close''' could cause the trimmed object to disappear. With this release, if you leave a valid outline for the trim, no issues occur. Known limitation: If you leave an invalid outline (in which at least one line segment is not attached at both ends), then after you click '''Accept and Close''' you receive a warning that Non-closed cutouts exist, and you are given three options: '''Continue trimming''', '''Undo''', and '''Accept as is'''. Currently, these options do not operate correctly. ('''Continue trimming''' and '''Accept as is''' cause the object to disappear; '''Undo''' causes all interior lines in the two objects to appear trimmed in the 3D View, but are still two separate overlaid objects in the Face Editor.)
 
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===Part Tree Viewer===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes an issue in which, on some computers, the Part Tree did not display in the topmost window, and was obscured by other open windows on the screen.
 
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===PEMs===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes an issue in which PEMs in rotated groups could have an incorrect rotation, causing the PEM to be drawn in the wrong location in the 3D view.
 
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===Enclosure templates===
 
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In previous releases, the '''OK''' button at the bottom of the template dialog was not visible on laptop and other small monitors. With Version 4.4.9 -Aug17,15, the button is now visible on any monitor.
 
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===Quoting and opening files===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes problems in recent beta versions in which some files would not quote and others would not open.<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in July 2015==
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==Fixes released in Version 5.2.5==
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===Rackmount faceplates===
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===Fixes released in August 2020===
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Version 4.4.9-Jul30,15 fixes an issue in which rackmount faceplates could not be used to make a subassembly.
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* Draw outlines components on other faces.
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===Quotes===
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* Improved component import look and feel.
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In previous releases, Designer did not produce a quote for a design with 300 cutouts on a face. This was fixed in Version 4.4.9-Jul30,15.
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* Component mating face selection.
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===Accept and Close command===
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* Fix to mirrored components and sub assembles.
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Version 4.4.9-Jul28,15 fixes an issue in which, when Designer was run on some versions of Windows, the '''Accept and Close''' command did not close the editor window.
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* Fix to standoff and stud positions.
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===Brackets===
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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In a previous beta release, if you placed a bracket, then saved and reloaded the file, the footprint of the bracket was not displayed in the Face Editor. This has been fixed as of Version 4.4.9-Jul23,15.
 
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===Text objects===
 
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Prior to version 4.4.9-Jul23,15 the bounding box on text was slightly off. It is now exact, so you can use the Measure tool to align the center of the text box with another object, and you can use the Alignment tools to align the text with other objects.  
 
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===Replacing screws and PEMs===
 
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As of Version 4.4.9-Jul21,15, you can see information on screws, and optionally replace a screw with a PEM  (or replace a PEM with another PEM), as follows. (Note that you cannot replace a screw with another screw.)
 
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#In the Face Editor, click '''Edit''', then select the screw.  
 
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#:'''Note''': If the screw is grouped, you must first ungroup it.
 
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#In the Properties panel, notice the new '''Replace...''' button, which includes the part name of the screw. (Only part of the part name is visible on the button; to read the entire name, hover over the button.)
 
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#:[[file:SCREW_INFO.jpg]]
 
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#To replace the screw with a PEM (or a PEM with another PEM), click the button.<br>
 
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''Alternate method'': Right-click a screw and choose '''Properties''' to review and/or replace the screw with a PEM. The Properties window also lets you edit the '''Origin(X)''', '''Origin(Y)''', '''Rotation''', and the side of the face that the screw sticks up out of.
 
  
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===Origin in templates===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.1.0==
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Version 4.4.9-Jul23,15 fixes an issue in which the origin was incorrect in the side panel of the U-Shape enclosure with Cover Mounts template.
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===Fixes released in June 2020===
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===Brackets===
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* Library Dialog has been redone to make it clearer
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Version 4.4.9-Jul21,15 fixes an issue in which brackets placed into a different design did not have any thickness until you saved and reloaded the file.
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* New Graphics category add to the library.  
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===Measurements not displayed===
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* Fastener color now match the sheet metal powder coat color it is inserted in
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In a previous Beta release, the Measure tool did not display the measurements, and sometimes did not move an object that it was snapped to. These are fixed in Version 4.4.9-Jul16. In addition, the Measure tool's snap points now include the center and tangent points of arcs.  
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* Drag and drop of files
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===Grouping objects===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Jul16 fixes an issue in which objects inside of an enclosure flipped 180 degrees horizontally when grouped.
 
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===Linux .DEB Packages===
 
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As of the Version 4.4.9-Jul16 release, the .DEB packages no longer require a permissions change for proper installation.
 
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===Origin in brackets===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Jul13 fixes an issue in which the origin of a bracket (displayed as red arrows in the 3D View) did not line up properly with the bracket corner if the bracket height was less than 1.5".
 
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===Masking===
 
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In Version 4.4.9-Jul07, masking is properly quoted, and also fixes the issue that arose in an earlier version in which the following warning was not displayed when masking was applied to cold rolled steel.<br>
 
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[[file:masking_warning.png‎]]
 
  
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===Notes===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.0.6==
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Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which the Notes Viewer let you edit the Name, Part Number, Manufacturer, and Description fields. These fields, which are for internal use only, are automatically populated with the object specifications. With this release, they can no longer be edited.
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===Fixes released in May 2020===
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===Selecting objects===
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* Added a NEW Component Import feature
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Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which, if you selected one object, additional objects appeared to be included in the selection.
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* Computer enclosures now show mother board as a component
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===L-shaped cover mounts===
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* Added spacers
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Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which if you tried to add graphics to the cover mount, Designer would say it protruded.
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* Configuration option to zoom to mouse in 3D
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===Face Editor display===
 
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With Version Version 4.4.9-Jul07, after you select a face to edit, the Face Editor displays it in the center of the screen.
 
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===Language settings===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which users with language settings that use a comma instead of a decimal (Romania, Spain, Germany, etc.) had difficulties entering data in some of the fields in the Properties panel.
 
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===Folders referenced when using Save As command===
 
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When you load a file, Designer remembers the folder that you load it from and uses it as the default folder when you use the Save command. As of Version 4.4.9-Jul07, that folder is also used as the default for the Save As command.
 
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===Tapped holes===
 
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In Version 4.4.9-Jul07, you are no longer given an option to change the hole size for tapped holes. If the hole size is non-standard in an existing design created in a previous version, then when you load the file, the hole will be resized automatically.
 
  
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<br><br>
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==Fixes released in Version 4.9==
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==Fixes released in June 2015==
 
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===Tapped hole cutouts===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Jun19 fixes errors that caused incorrectly sized cutouts for tapped holes.
 
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===Error with the "Ask a Question" feature===
 
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Using the '''Help''' > '''Ask A Question''' command caused the following authentication error, particularly with Symantec Endpoint Protection. This was an error on the server side that was fixed in June 2015.<br>
 
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[[File:Authentication_error.jpg]]
 
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in May 2020===
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==Fixes released in May 2015==
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* Print to Scale feature not working
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===Digital Printing vs. Silkscreening===
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* Z Bracket template not loading properly
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Version 4.4.9-May28 fixes a problem in which, when you updated a file with digital printing specified in it, it changed to silkscreening. With this version, you can fix the file by opening the face that has the graphics, then choose '''Silkscreen''' > '''Convert to Digital Printing''' and click the '''Accept''' button.
 
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in February 2020===
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==Fixes released in March 2015==
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* Added a NEW Circular Gauge feature
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===Error message for "homdir"===
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* Added Design Check for when Standard Cutout from the library have been modified
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which, upon launching Designer on some computers, a message about "homedir" was displayed
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* Updated the color of Constructs
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* Updated the Design Check for Digital Printing because of new manufacturing capabilities
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* Updated the bend exclusions sizes
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* Fixed installation messages about Protocase Designer on windows being unsupported or on safe
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* Fixes which increases compatibility with manufacturing
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** Fixed welding
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** Fixed how screws are quoted
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** Fixed the flanges sizes on all templates
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** Fixed many other template issues
  
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unnecessarily.
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==Fixes released in Version 4.8==
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===Grouped objects===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which the Face Editor did not display grouped objects on some versions.
 
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===Rackmounts===
 
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In Version 4.4.9-Mar23, the option for Removable Front Cover was removed from rackmounts that did not have mounting ears.
 
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===Properties context panel===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which font tools were not fully displayed in the Properties panel.
 
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===Performance===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which some enclosures could take a very long time to open.
 
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===Special characters===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which certain special characters such as the degrees symbol were displayed improperly.
 
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===Design check crashes Face Editor===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which the Face Editor became non-responsive after a design check.
 
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===Unable to generate a quote===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which selecting Instant Quotes and Purchasing > Purchase generated the error message "We are unable to generate a quote for this file. Please send your PDA file to sales@protocase.com for help."
 
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===Double-clicking filename to launch Designer===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar12 fixes an issue introduced in version 4.4.9-Jan06 in which, if an earlier version of Designer also existed on your system, then opening a Designer file by double-clicking the filename would launch the older version.
 
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===Display of 5-sided enclosures===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar12 fixes an issue in which notes and objects for 5-Sided enclosures were not displayed.
 
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===L-shaped enclosures===
 
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Version 4.4.9-Mar06 fixes an issue in which previously designed and saved L-shaped enclosures would drop any cutouts that were on the bottom panel.
 
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in January 2020===
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==Fixes released in February 2015==
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* Fix for some files not loading.
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===DXF files===
 
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With Version 4.4.9-Feb04, the DXF cutout import function has been improved, and layers are now supported.
 
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in December 2019===
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==Fixes released in January 2015==
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* Design Classification Watermarks (Itar, CCG, other)
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===Silkscreening===
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* Fix for certain files not loading.
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Version 4.4.9-Jan12 fixes an issue in which some colors in bitmaps were not detected for silkscreening if the red and green components were similar to the background but the blue component was not. Also fixed was a defect in which screws added to a design caused a drawing error on silkscreened items.  
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* Fix for Consolet missing rear screws.
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* General Step Export Fixes
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in November 2019===
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==Fixes released in December 2014==
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* 2U Aluminum Extruded Enclosure
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===Rackmounts===
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* Ability to change the color of sub-assemblies through the cutout library
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Version 4.4.9-Dec18 fixes an issue in which a rackmount lost any custom cover color set after upgrading to Version 4.4.6.
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* Default L-Shape and U-Shape flange length adjusts based on thickness.
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===Brackets===
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* Step Export - Circles now export as circles
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Version 4.4.9-Dec18 fixes a defect in which the Face Editor displayed brackets flipped on the X axis; brackets with PEMs were not displayed in the Face Editor.
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* Handle Fixes - Black handles are now black
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* Handle Fixes - Screws re-import
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* Design Check - Minimum dimension constraint for tumbler finish
  
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<br><br>
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===Fixes released in October 2019===
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==Fixes released in November 2014==
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* Step export with grouped circles
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===Erroneous "HomeDir" message===
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* Failing quotes when notes are presents.
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Version 4.4.9-Nov10 fixes an issue in which you could receive the erroneous message "HomeDir config.ReadConfig(): somedirectory".
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* Linux install file
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===Quotes===
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If you are using Version 4.3.1, attempting to generate a quote for a design might not produce any result, with no error message displayed. To fix this, upgrade to the [[#Links to the latest Beta release|'''latest Version 4.4.9 beta release''']].
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===Fixes released in Sepetember 2019===
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* Welding Jig removed from 5-sided enclosure
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* Rubber Feet added to cutout library
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* Rackmount bracket no longer shifts when loaded
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* Remove the exclusion zone around cutouts
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===Fixes released in July 2019===
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* Allow customers to specify how to attach sub assemblies
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* Fix for SVG's not visible in 2D editor
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* Fix for Consolet not showing the front upon loading
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* Fixed installation issue on Ubuntu that caused error when loading main jdesigner class
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===Fixes released in June 2019===
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* Restored Merge functionality that was accidentally removed from 2D editor.
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* Fixed bug where extruded sides did not save properly
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* Fixed issue when registering outside of North America
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* Fixed issue where some older files didn't load properly if they had incompatible PEMs
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==Archival Beta Release Notes==
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* [[Fixes released in Version 4.7|Fixes released for Version 4.7]]
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* [[Fixes released in Version 4.6|Fixes released for Version 4.6]]
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* [[Fixes released in Version 4.5.X|Fixes released for Version 4.5.X]]
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* [[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]

Latest revision as of 18:38, 19 May 2022

Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 5.0. Links to fixes in previous versions are at the bottom of this page.

Links to the latest release

The latest version released is 'Protocase Designer Version 6

To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see Installing Designer.

[Windows]
[Mac OSX 10.8+ in DMG format]
[Linux Debian x64]
[Linux amd64]


These releases are maintained for older versions of Mac OSX

[Mac OSX 10.6 or 10.7 in ZIP format]
[Mac OSX 10.6 or 10.7 in TAR format]

Fixes released in Version 5.8

Fixes released in Oct 2021

  • Drawer Slides added to Rackmount and Rear Bend Rackmount Templates
  • Fix performance issues with patterns

Fixes released in Version 5.7

Fixes released in Sept 2021

  • New 5-Sided Enclosure With Hinge Template
  • Bug fix for sub-assemblies displaying wrong in the face editor

Fixes released in Version 5.6

Fixes released in July 2021

  • Show Coordinates Tool
  • New Preference Dialog
  • More detailed 2D views of Sub Assemblies

Fixes released in Version 5.4

Fixes released in February 2021

  • 3D Dimensioning
  • Fixed some causes were component import didn't work
  • Symmetrical Rackmount Mounting brackets
  • Added M2.5x0.45 tap
  • Countersink will bottom out design check add drop down for metal thickness and type.

Fixes released in Version 5.3

Fixes released in December 2020

  • Fixed faces not editable on some computers.
  • Fixed components causing face editors not to open.

Fixes released in October 2020

  • Online library.
  • New component library category
  • Lots of enclosure template fixes.

Fixes released in Version 5.3.12

Fixes released in October 2020

  • Online library.
  • New component library category
  • Lots of enclosure template fixes.

Fixes released in Version 5.2.5

Fixes released in August 2020

  • Draw outlines components on other faces.
  • Improved component import look and feel.
  • Component mating face selection.
  • Fix to mirrored components and sub assembles.
  • Fix to standoff and stud positions.
  • Lots of enclosure template fixes.

Fixes released in Version 5.1.0

Fixes released in June 2020

  • Library Dialog has been redone to make it clearer
  • New Graphics category add to the library.
  • Fastener color now match the sheet metal powder coat color it is inserted in
  • Drag and drop of files

Fixes released in Version 5.0.6

Fixes released in May 2020

  • Added a NEW Component Import feature
  • Computer enclosures now show mother board as a component
  • Added spacers
  • Configuration option to zoom to mouse in 3D

Fixes released in Version 4.9

Fixes released in May 2020

  • Print to Scale feature not working
  • Z Bracket template not loading properly

Fixes released in February 2020

  • Added a NEW Circular Gauge feature
  • Added Design Check for when Standard Cutout from the library have been modified
  • Updated the color of Constructs
  • Updated the Design Check for Digital Printing because of new manufacturing capabilities
  • Updated the bend exclusions sizes
  • Fixed installation messages about Protocase Designer on windows being unsupported or on safe
  • Fixes which increases compatibility with manufacturing
    • Fixed welding
    • Fixed how screws are quoted
    • Fixed the flanges sizes on all templates
    • Fixed many other template issues

Fixes released in Version 4.8

Fixes released in January 2020

  • Fix for some files not loading.

Fixes released in December 2019

  • Design Classification Watermarks (Itar, CCG, other)
  • Fix for certain files not loading.
  • Fix for Consolet missing rear screws.
  • General Step Export Fixes

Fixes released in November 2019

  • 2U Aluminum Extruded Enclosure
  • Ability to change the color of sub-assemblies through the cutout library
  • Default L-Shape and U-Shape flange length adjusts based on thickness.
  • Step Export - Circles now export as circles
  • Handle Fixes - Black handles are now black
  • Handle Fixes - Screws re-import
  • Design Check - Minimum dimension constraint for tumbler finish

Fixes released in October 2019

  • Step export with grouped circles
  • Failing quotes when notes are presents.
  • Linux install file

Fixes released in Sepetember 2019

  • Welding Jig removed from 5-sided enclosure
  • Rubber Feet added to cutout library
  • Rackmount bracket no longer shifts when loaded
  • Remove the exclusion zone around cutouts

Fixes released in July 2019

  • Allow customers to specify how to attach sub assemblies
  • Fix for SVG's not visible in 2D editor
  • Fix for Consolet not showing the front upon loading
  • Fixed installation issue on Ubuntu that caused error when loading main jdesigner class

Fixes released in June 2019

  • Restored Merge functionality that was accidentally removed from 2D editor.
  • Fixed bug where extruded sides did not save properly
  • Fixed issue when registering outside of North America
  • Fixed issue where some older files didn't load properly if they had incompatible PEMs

Archival Beta Release Notes

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