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SuperF4 Release Notes: What’s New and Improved

February 4, 2026

This release of SuperF4 focuses on stability, performance improvements, and several user-requested features that streamline workflows and expand compatibility. Below is a concise breakdown of what’s new, what’s improved, and important migration notes.

What’s New

• Cross-Platform Sync: Real-time settings and session sync between Windows, macOS, and Linux clients via encrypted end-to-end transport.
• Plugin Marketplace: Built-in marketplace with curated plugins. Initial launch includes: Advanced Shortcuts, Batch Window Manager, and Cloud Clipboard.
• Persistent Workspace Templates: Save and restore grouped window layouts and app states across sessions.
• AI-Assisted Shortcuts: Context-aware shortcut suggestions that adapt to usage patterns to reduce repetitive actions.
• Dark Mode Scheduling: Automatically switch themes based on time or system settings.

Improvements

• Performance: 20–35% faster startup and 15% lower RAM usage on average, achieved by lazy-loading nonessential modules.
• Stability: Reduced crash rate by 40% across supported platforms; memory leaks fixed in window management subsystem.
• Compatibility: Improved support for Wayland compositors and macOS Ventura+ accessibility APIs.
• Security: Hardened plugin sandboxing and stricter permission prompts for third-party integrations.
• UI/UX: Redesigned settings with searchable options, improved keyboard navigation, and clearer error messages.

Bug Fixes (Selected)

• Fixed duplicate window entries appearing in the workspace switcher.
• Resolved issues where session restore failed after a forced reboot.
• Addressed lag when dragging multiple windows on high-DPI displays.
• Corrected inconsistent clipboard encoding for non-UTF8 text.

Migration & Upgrade Notes

• Plugins from previous versions must be reinstalled from the new Plugin Marketplace due to the updated sandboxing model.
• Workspace templates created in beta builds may require re-saving to ensure compatibility.
• macOS users: grant Accessibility and Screen Recording permissions after upgrade for full functionality.

Known Issues

• Occasional delay in cross-device sync for very large workspaces (>200 windows).
• Some third-party plugins may not yet be updated for the new sandbox — compatibility badges shown in the marketplace.

How to Get the Update

• Windows/macOS: Check “Help → Check for Updates” in the app or download from the official site.
• Linux: Update via official package repositories (apt, dnf) or install the provided AppImage.

If you need help with migration or encounter problems, consult the support documentation or contact the support team through the app.