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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 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<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>
  
 
==Links to the latest release==
 
==Links to the latest release==
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The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_2017|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br>
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The latest version released is '''Protocase Designer Version 6 ''<br><br>
  
 
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br>
 
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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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.zip '''Mac OSX 10.8 in ZIP format''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar '''Mac OSX 10.8 in TAR format''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JJan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br>
 
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:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in January 2016==
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner.exe '''Windows''']]<br>
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Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:
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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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*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner-x64.deb '''Linux Debian x64''']]<br>
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*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly
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:[[https://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/release/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br>
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*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)
 
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==Fixes released in October 2016==
 
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===Masking===
 
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Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:
 
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*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.
 
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*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.
 
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*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br>
 
  
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==Fixes released in May 2016==
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These releases are maintained for older versions of Mac OSX<br>
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===Corners with 0.0" radii===
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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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Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported.  
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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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===Tapped holes for connectors===
 
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As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes.
 
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===Cutout Library listing===
 
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Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)
 
  
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==Fixes released in April 2016==
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==Fixes released in Version 5.8==
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===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===
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===Fixes released in Oct 2021===
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Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded.
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* Drawer Slides added to Rackmount and Rear Bend Rackmount Templates
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===Text Kerning===
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* Fix performance issues with patterns
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Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it.
 
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===Documentation===
 
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As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation.
 
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===L Shape enclosures===
 
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Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.
 
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===Loading older files with PEMs===
 
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Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs.
 
  
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==Fixes released in March 2016==
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==Fixes released in Version 5.7==
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===Digital printing===
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===Fixes released in Sept 2021===
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Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).
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* New 5-Sided Enclosure With Hinge Template
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===Text size in older files===
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* Bug fix for sub-assemblies displaying wrong in the face editor
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Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded.
 
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===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===
 
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As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal.
 
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===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===
 
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As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared.
 
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===Cutout Editor===
 
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Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.
 
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==Fixes released in February 2016==
 
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===PEMs===
 
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Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring.
 
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===U Shape enclosures===
 
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With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them.
 
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===Cutout Library===
 
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*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.
 
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*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.
 
  
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===Installing on a Mac OSX===
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==Fixes released in Version 5.6==
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Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken.  
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===Fixes released in July 2021===
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===Rackmounts===
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* Show Coordinates Tool
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Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.
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* New Preference Dialog
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===Displaying cutout outlines===
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* More detailed 2D views of Sub Assemblies
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In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences.  
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==Fixes released in Version 5.4==
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===Fixes released in February 2021===
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* 3D Dimensioning
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* Fixed some causes were component import didn't work
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* Symmetrical Rackmount Mounting brackets
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* Added M2.5x0.45 tap
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* Countersink will bottom out design check add drop down for metal thickness and type.
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==Fixes released in Version 5.3==
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===Fixes released in December 2020===
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* Fixed faces not editable on some computers.
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* Fixed components causing face editors not to open.
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===Fixes released in October 2020===
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* Online library.
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* New component library category
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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==Fixes released in Version 5.3.12==
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===Fixes released in October 2020===
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* Online library.
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* New component library category
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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==Fixes released in Version 5.2.5==
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===Fixes released in August 2020===
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* Draw outlines components on other faces.
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* Improved component import look and feel.
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* Component mating face selection.
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* Fix to mirrored components and sub assembles.
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* Fix to standoff and stud positions.
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* Lots of enclosure template fixes.
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==Fixes released in Version 5.1.0==
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===Fixes released in June 2020===
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* Library Dialog has been redone to make it clearer
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* New Graphics category add to the library.
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* Fastener color now match the sheet metal powder coat color it is inserted in
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* Drag and drop of files
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==Fixes released in Version 5.0.6==
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===Fixes released in May 2020===
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* Added a NEW Component Import feature
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* Computer enclosures now show mother board as a component
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* Added spacers
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* Configuration option to zoom to mouse in 3D
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==Fixes released in Version 4.9==
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===Fixes released in May 2020===
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* Print to Scale feature not working
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* Z Bracket template not loading properly
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===Fixes released in February 2020===
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* Added a NEW Circular Gauge feature
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* Added Design Check for when Standard Cutout from the library have been modified
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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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==Fixes released in Version 4.8==
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===Fixes released in January 2020===
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* Fix for some files not loading.
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===Fixes released in December 2019===
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* Design Classification Watermarks (Itar, CCG, other)
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* Fix for certain files not loading.
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* Fix for Consolet missing rear screws.
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* General Step Export Fixes
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===Fixes released in November 2019===
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* 2U Aluminum Extruded Enclosure
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* Ability to change the color of sub-assemblies through the cutout library
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* Default L-Shape and U-Shape flange length adjusts based on thickness.
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* Step Export - Circles now export as circles
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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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===Fixes released in October 2019===
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* Step export with grouped circles
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* Failing quotes when notes are presents.
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* Linux install file
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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
  
 
==Archival Beta Release Notes==
 
==Archival Beta Release Notes==
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[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]
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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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