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v1.4.0Latest release

  • Set an optional local vault password in Settings → App lock. The lock is off by default and asks for your password on the next app launch or browser session.
  • Change or remove the password from Settings, or use Lock now to lock the current session. Cloud Backup sign-in remains separate.

v1.3.1

  • Maker Mix and Lock Types tooltips stay visible without being clipped by their charts.
  • Self-hosted Docker pages load more efficiently, and Insights charts load as they approach the visible part of the page.

v1.3.0Major update

  • New URL imports capture a full-page screenshot of the source webpage alongside the product images.
  • Open captured pages in a scrollable viewer with source and download actions. Capture or replace a screenshot from Edit → Images.
  • Capture source pages for older items from Settings. Local and cloud backups include the saved screenshots.

v1.2.1

  • Pinned sidebar details follow your collection card field selection, order, and formatting, including for single knives.
  • Model family dialogs use more space on large screens, and Compare navigation has a consistent hover area.
  • Collection browsing loads less data upfront while preserving complete galleries and notes in the inspector and detail views.

v1.2.0Major update

  • Keep multiple named comparison lists and choose a destination when adding knives to Compare.
  • Rename, duplicate, clear, or delete lists with Undo, switch lists on mobile, and export comparisons with their saved names.
  • Existing comparison selections move into a list named My comparison.

v1.1.4Major update

  • Search by model number with a dedicated search mode.
  • Collection inspector photo navigation switched to clearer chevron arrows.
  • Global search pill animation and focus ring were polished.

v1.1.3

  • Collection card actions now stay contained within their cards.
  • Global search island animation is smoother.

v1.1.2Major update

  • Overview charts surface sharper insights and maintenance visibility.
  • Collection gallery redesigned with full-width layouts and capped card sizing.
  • Desktop build and release pipeline hardened.

v1.1.1

  • App metadata and icons refreshed with favicon and Apple touch icon.
  • Family variant previews are larger and persist while switching between variants.
  • Mobile search pill stays clear of the header.

v1.1.0Major release

  • Save search, category, measurement-range, and missing-specification filters as named Smart Collections, with live counts in the sidebar.
  • Browse matching brand and model records as families, then preview and switch between variants from the knife detail page.
  • Open activity details directly beneath a log row without losing your place in the list.

v1.0.16

  • Collection and brand views now load more knives automatically as you scroll.
  • Knife details use a lighter, compact specification grid that keeps long, custom, and missing values easy to scan.
  • Primary navigation and product detail labels were simplified.

v1.0.15Major update

  • Create a printable collection report from Settings → Backup & Restore.
  • Global knife search is now a compact floating control that leaves more room for the page beneath it.
  • Collection cards, knife details, forms, settings, navigation, and comparison tables were refined across phone and tablet layouts.

v1.0.14

  • Knife names in Logs now link directly to their detail pages.
  • Gallery controls, thumbnail borders, and long tooltip text received a focused visual polish pass.

v1.0.13

  • Database connections now reopen cleanly after a restore, preventing stale SQLite handles from interrupting the recovered collection.

v1.0.12

  • Record a stropping session from the knife maintenance quick actions.

v1.0.11

  • Logs is now a primary navigation destination, while Collection filters start collapsed to leave more room for browsing.
  • Choose your preferred time format in Settings and filter Logs to maintenance activity.
  • Collection filtering and local backup creation are faster for larger vaults.

v1.0.9

  • Automatic cloud backups now group nearby collection changes into a single upload.

v1.0.8Major update

  • Track sharpening, cleaning, lubrication, repairs, and other maintenance in a timeline on each knife.
  • A new Logs workspace groups collection activity into sessions and opens detailed before-and-after changes.
  • Restore a cloud backup directly from Settings, with collection and image counts shown before recovery.

v1.0.6

  • MCP now provides a permanent access token and ready-to-copy client configuration that survive restarts and updates.
  • Connection guidance and endpoint handling are clearer for LAN and remote MCP clients.

v1.0.5

  • The macOS desktop app now keeps a stable MCP port so saved AI client connections continue working across launches.

v1.0.4

  • Local and cloud restores now clear stale SQLite sidecar files while preserving them in the safety backup, making recovery more reliable.

v1.0.3Major update

  • Talk to your existing collection from MCP clients such as Claude Desktop, Codex, Cursor, or local models in LM Studio—without a separate database or cloud account.
  • Eight purpose-built tools can search records, retrieve full knife details, summarize the collection, and find missing fields or likely duplicates.
  • AI can preview suggested metadata changes before applying them. Write access is off by default, timestamp-checked, and recorded in an audit log.
  • Settings now includes an AI / MCP workspace for connection setup, access controls, and recent activity, with dedicated connection paths for Docker, source installs, and the macOS app.

v1.0.0Major release

  • Collection Insights is now the home view, with interactive summaries for makers, blade dimensions, steels, profiles, lock types, designers, and collection completeness.
  • Select a chart segment to see the matching knives and continue into the filtered collection.
  • A 12-month activity heat map tracks additions and edits and stays current as the collection changes.
  • Knife images now stream from disk for more efficient browsing in image-heavy collections.

v0.2.50

  • Pin or unpin multiple knives at once from collection selection mode.
  • Press Escape to clear active collection filters without interrupting open dialogs or menus.
  • Image-count badges now appear on collection cards and item details.
  • Collection filters calculate more efficiently for smoother browsing.

v0.2.49

  • Compare search results now include thumbnails, making similar models easier to identify.

v0.2.47

  • Search the collection when adding several knives to Compare, with model-name matching that avoids irrelevant specification hits.

v0.2.46

  • Compare view row removal controls are now reachable with the keyboard.
  • Search clear button shows a visible focus indicator for keyboard navigation.
  • Compare rows no longer display an unwanted white shadow.
  • Development Container setup uses a persistent home directory and builds native dependencies reliably.

v0.2.45

  • Routine dependency updates and CI hardening.

v0.2.44

  • Filter menus and sidebar disclosures are easier to navigate with a keyboard.
  • Collection and compare views load custom fields more efficiently.
  • Knife form and image-library controls are fully keyboard accessible.
  • Specification sections on item detail pages are reorganized for clearer scanning.

v0.2.43

  • The default search field is hidden until needed for a cleaner collection view.
  • Cloud backup reliability is improved with safer database checkpoint handling.

v0.2.42Major update

  • BladeVault can now be installed on Kubernetes via an official Helm chart.
  • Helm chart documentation and lifecycle commands are published to GitHub Pages.
  • Fullscreen image viewer and collection filter-chip focus were polished.

v0.2.41

  • Docker builds are more reliable after fixing native dependency compilation.
  • Transitive security dependencies were updated.

v0.2.40

  • Dashboard charts resize more reliably on smaller screens.
  • Gallery controls hide when only one image is present.
  • Fullscreen gallery navigation now works with the keyboard.

v0.2.39Major update

  • Upload several images at once with the file picker, drag and drop, or clipboard paste.
  • Collection, compare, card, gallery, and settings controls now adapt more cleanly to small screens.
  • Item detail pages show a structured loading state while their content is prepared.

v0.2.37

  • Empty compare views now offer direct next steps instead of leaving you at a dead end.
  • Backup controls and manual-add form actions are clearer and easier to reach.

v0.2.36

  • Choose which knife details appear on collection cards from Settings.
  • Cloud restore progress stays visible on the tab where the restore was started.

v0.2.35Major update

  • Select multiple knives and update their shared fields in one bulk edit.
  • Cloud backup setup, status, and controls are easier to understand.
  • The dashboard links directly to the newest collection entry.

v0.2.34

  • Newly added comparison items appear first.
  • Important comparison columns stay visible while scrolling.
  • An empty collection now offers direct add and import actions.

v0.2.33

  • Large collections open faster with progressive card loading and earlier loading of the first image.

v0.2.29

  • Windows updates can download and install through the app with a more reliable, verified update flow.

v0.2.28

  • BladeVault warns before you leave a form with unsaved changes.
  • Pinned knives stay at the top of collection views for quicker access.

v0.2.23Major update

  • Create reusable custom text, number, and date fields for the details unique to your collection.
  • Custom fields work across add, edit, detail, collection, and compare views.
  • Knife forms and detail pages use clearer, more consistent sections.

v0.2.22Major update

  • The dashboard gained collection insights for recent additions, makers, and acquisition activity.
  • Filters, brand navigation, and comparison actions were streamlined.

v0.2.21Major update

  • BladeVault became available as an Unraid Community Applications template.

v0.2.19Major update

  • Settings moved to a dedicated page with a clearer layout.
  • Desktop update status and controls became available inside BladeVault.
  • Product imports gained better brand detection, name cleanup, price, and last-updated details.

v0.2.18Major update

  • Choose and move the local data folder from Settings.
  • Product import can open an interactive browser when a retailer blocks the normal importer.
  • Desktop context menus add quick editing and navigation actions.
  • Search responds faster, themes persist, and printed comparisons clean up more reliably.

v0.2.12

  • The macOS installer gained a guided launch helper for a smoother first run.

v0.2.9

  • Automatic cloud backup now runs after collection changes, keeping backups current without an hourly timer.

v0.2.6

  • Filters gained Select All, while brand and compare links show useful item counts.
  • Settings now shows where local data is stored, including Docker host paths when available.

v0.2.3Major update

  • macOS desktop releases gained code signing and notarization support.

v0.2.2Major update

  • BladeVault launched as a native desktop app for macOS and Windows.
  • Desktop builds keep the local-first web experience while managing their own server and data location.

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