The Researcher version history - 3 versions
The Researcher by CodEnity
The Researcher version history - 3 versions
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Latest version
Version 2.1
Released Feb 12, 2026 - 79.76 KBWorks with firefox 58.0 and later🎉 Version 2.1 - Translation & Enhanced Reliability
NEW FEATURES:
✨ Translation Tool - Translate your notes into 20+ languages instantly
• Support for English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Arabic, and more
• Automatic language detection
• Copy translated text or save as new note
✨ Smart Auto-Save - Your notes now save automatically every 1.5 seconds while typing
• Zero data loss - even if you close the tab while editing
• Triple-redundant save system for maximum reliability
✨ SPA Website Support - Seamlessly works on dynamic websites
• ChatGPT conversations
• Gmail threads
• Twitter/X feeds
• Any single-page application
IMPROVEMENTS:
🚀 Enhanced reliability on tab close/switch
🚀 Smart translation caching for instant repeated translations
🚀 Rate limiting to prevent API quota issues
🚀 Better error handling for invalid contexts
HOW TO USE TRANSLATION:
1. Create or open a note (Shift + Double-Click anywhere)
2. Click the hamburger menu (≡) on the note
3. Select "Translate"
4. Enter text, choose languages, and click translateSource code released under MIT License
Older versions
Version 2.0
Released Jan 23, 2026 - 43.36 KBWorks with firefox 58.0 and laterVersion 2.0 - Major Update
NEW FEATURES:
• Cross-browser sync: Your notes now automatically sync across devices using Firefox Sync
• Minimize notes: Click the minimize button to collapse notes when you need more screen space
• Improved URL handling: Notes now persist correctly on Single Page Applications (SPAs) and pages with special characters
• Enhanced reliability: Automatic fallback to local storage if sync quota is exceeded
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Redesigned note header with drag handle for better usability
• Smoother dragging experience with visual feedback
• Better note positioning and collision detection
• Optimized storage management for larger note collections
HOW TO USE:
• Double-click while holding Shift to create a new sticky note
• Right-click selected text and choose "Add Note from Selection"
• Drag notes from the header to reposition them
• Click minimize button to collapse/expand notes
• Your notes sync automatically across all your Firefox devices
TECHNICAL:
• Fully compatible with Firefox Manifest V2
• Privacy-focused: All data stored locally or in your Firefox Sync account
• No external servers or third-party trackingSource code released under MIT License
Version 1.0
Released Jan 12, 2026 - 60.42 KBWorks with firefox 58.0 and laterSource code released under MIT License