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Disc Cover Changelog

What's new in Disc Cover 3.1.3 Build 700

Apr 27, 2016
  • Fixed a problem that could cause a crash on El Capitan when resizing the application's window and in some other cases.
  • Other minor fixes and improvements.

New in Disc Cover 3.1.2 Build 695 (Feb 8, 2016)

  • Image search in the Internet has been fixed — it is launched in the Web browser.
  • Other minor fixes and improvements.

New in Disc Cover 3.1.1 Build 691 (Oct 5, 2015)

  • Fixed crashes when switching to the Import panel on OS X 10.11 El Capitan.

New in Disc Cover 3.1 Build 685 (Apr 21, 2015)

  • The new Photos app released in OS X 10.10.3 is now supported.
  • Several new models of Canon printers with Tray Type J are now supported.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.11 Build 672 (Nov 5, 2014)

  • Improved compatibility with Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.10 (Oct 18, 2013)

  • Fixed problems in certain templates that could cause the program to crash when browsing the Assistant.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.9 (May 14, 2013)

  • Fixed the problem with reading track names and tag information from AAC and AIFF files imported from a folder on the disc;
  • Canon Tray H dimensions (for the PIXMA Pro-1 printer) have been corrected;
  • Fixed the problem where an alert appearing after an attempt to add a DiscT@2 design element without the compatible device connected could not be closed with the OK button;
  • Fixed the problem where closing the Options window in the Print dialog by clicking the red round [x] button would block further input from user.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.8 (Mar 13, 2013)

  • Added support for the following printers: Epson XP-850, XP-600, Artisan 720, Artisan 725; Canon PIXMA PRO-100, PIXMA PRO-10, PIXMA iP4800, PIXMA iP4920, iP7250, iP7420; Brother MFC-j825DW, MFC-j835DW, MFC-j925DW;
  • Canon CD/DVD Trays H, K and J are now supported;
  • Video file import now works correctly for all QuickTime-supported formats (with the exception of protected videos from the iTunes Store);
  • Improved compatibility with newer iPhoto libraries;
  • Fixed an issue that caused switching between the Background/Foreground tabs in a single document to apply the change to all open documents.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.7 (Oct 4, 2012)

  • Gatekeeper is now supported (Mountain Lion only).
  • Fixed a number of issues on OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.6 (Dec 16, 2011)

  • Fixed the problem with the Internet picture search not functioning correctly.
  • Fixed the crash that ocurred when attempting to burn more than one copy of a Lightscribe disc.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.5 (Sep 15, 2011)

  • Corrected the problem with blurred shadows not displaying and printing properly in OS X 10.7 Lion.
  • Fixed the bug when objects added to a Master page of a multipage booklet would appear on a layout page instead.
  • Enter/Exit Full Screen menu item and shortcut added (OS X 10.7 Lion only).
  • A message is now displayed when the user attempts to save a locked file (OS X 10.7 Lion only).

New in Disc Cover 3.0.4 (Jun 9, 2011)

  • OS X 10.7 Lion is now supported.
  • Image search in the Internet has been fixed.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.3 (Feb 24, 2011)

  • Drag and drop installation. All necessary resources are now contained inside the application.
  • Japanese and Italian localizations added.
  • 9 new templates added.
  • Added new paper layouts from Micro Application, Sigel, Ryman, Sanwa Supply, Neato.
  • Corrected the problem with translucent objects looking differently in the document and Print Preview.
  • Fixed the problem with the program crashing when attempting to print to certain direct-to-disc printers.
  • Swapped the behavior of Circular Distribution buttons in the Alignment tab of the Inspector.
  • Minor changes in templates and clipart.

New in Disc Cover 3.0.1 (Nov 26, 2010)

  • Fixed the bug with transparent images showing on a white background after being dragged from Image Depot.
  • Corrected the program's erratic behavior after using the Revert to Saved command.
  • Spacing between lines can now be set to a negative value.
  • Added a LightScribe contrast setting.
  • Center Horizontally and Center Vertically commands now work properly for design elements with fold lines.
  • Fixed the bug that caused existing linked text boxes to change size when adding a new one.
  • Corrected the problem with the Inspector being hidden at launch.
  • Fixed the problem of dotted outlines not printing on multipage booklets.
  • Corrected the bug that at import changed the proportions of images that have the "Replace at import" setting enabled.
  • Corrected the problem with the Number of Copies field setting only after pressing Return.
  • Fixed the problem with Disc Cover crashing on OS X 10.5 when scrolling through the clipart.
  • Improved the way Disc Cover works with Epson printers.
  • Fixed the problem with some backgrounds and their thumbnails not loading in the Gallery.
  • New paper layouts added: MicroApplication 5014, MicroApplication 5240, Avery/Zweckform J8676A-25.
  • New printers added to the list of supported: HP Photosmart C5380, Photosmart C5550, Canon iP4700, Epson Stylus Photo P50, Microboards MX, Microboards G3.
  • Clipart images are now grouped by type in the Source panel.

New in Disc Cover 3.0 (Nov 9, 2010)

  • General:
  • 140 new template kits added.
  • 30 new collage templates.
  • 20 LightScribe templates.
  • 15,000+ new clipart images (Retail Edition only).
  • Industry-standard barcodes added — Code 128, EAN 13, EAN 8, UPC-A, UPC-E, DataMatrix and QR.
  • Added File Data fields for merge printing information as serial numbers and so on.
  • Video Tutorial window added.
  • Added support for Multi-Touch trackpad gestures on supported computers.
  • Improved QuickLook performance. Disc Cover documents now open faster in QuickLook.
  • Multi-Page Booklets:
  • Added a multipage booklet element for CD, DVD, and Blu-Ray discs.
  • Support for Master Page layouts.
  • Imposition automated so that the pages of the booklet are in the correct order when folded.
  • Duplex printer support.
  • New Assistant:
  • New task-specific categories for thematic projects, such as Wedding, Travel, etc.
  • The revamped Assistant interface lets you preview multiple designs at once, and quickly browse through the designs.
  • Added a Search field to search the designs by name.
  • Added the ability to access and delete custom templates right from the Assistant.
  • Improved the way Assistant works with Expose.
  • Advanced Importing:
  • Video import from iTunes, iPhoto, iDVD projects or QuickTime compatible files. Frames from the video can be used in the design.
  • Added the ability to get lyrics for imported songs from iTunes or the Internet.
  • Improved iDVD import. Apart from the names of titles and chapters, the program now lets you view videos included in the project.
  • The improved Custom Format editor adds new fields and separators to customize the way imported texts look.
  • Folder sizes can now be displayed when importing data from Finder.
  • Design Tools:
  • Introduced vertical and horizontal guidelines, which can be locked/unlocked and can differ in color.
  • Vertical Text tool added.
  • Circular Text tool got a new floating panel for the editor, allowing for more control over text input.
  • Vertical ruler added.
  • Improved image cropping with the new In-place Crop mode.
  • Added customizable Smart Guides, which help to snap objects to their edges, centers, or both.
  • Text can now flow around objects, such as pictures or smart shapes.

New in Disc Cover 2.3.3 (Jun 2, 2010)

  • Added Blu-Ray design elements (disc, cover, insert);
  • The program can now automatically check for available updates and download if necessary;
  • Introduced the progress indicator for iTunes import;
  • New paper layouts: Data Becker 0562, 0644 and XXL, Jewelboxing, Avery 98221, NEATO 180817 and 181505 Side A / B;
  • Object dimensions on the screen are now more accurate for 100% zoom setting;
  • Fixed the problem with “Show foreground objects on the background” functionality which displayed foreground objects without transparency instead of semi-transparent;
  • Internet search results for images are no longer limited to the first page only;
  • Other bug fixes.

New in Disc Cover 2.3.2 (Aug 31, 2009)

  • Added support for Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6).

New in Disc Cover 2.3.1 (Apr 27, 2009)

  • CD/DVD Envelope design element added allowing to create your own disc sleeve designs.
  • Microboards GX Disc Publisher printers now supported.
  • A number of BOMA paper layouts added.
  • The problem with the program's failure to launch at during certain situations fixed.
  • Minor issues with Quick Look view solved.
  • Printing on Epson R800 printer fixed.

New in Disc Cover 2.3 (Feb 5, 2009)

  • New Functionality:
  • Support for DiscT@2 technology allows to etch text and graphics on the data side of DVD discs using a LabelFlash-enabled drive.
  • Disc Cover documents can now be previewed thanks to Quick Look support (Leopard only).
  • Portuguese localization added.
  • Fixes and Improvements:
  • The program no longer freezes in certain situations at launch or upon creating a document from Assistant.
  • The Search function in the Change Layout dialog now updates the search results properly.
  • Printer calibration fixed for Epson R800 and some other models.
  • Occasional crashes when importing track lists from iTunes fixed.

New in Disc Cover 2.2.1 (Dec 17, 2008)

  • Improvements made to import from a multi-column text files.
  • Fixed problem with images disappearing from documents at opening.
  • Formtec and APLI/Agipa paper layouts updated.
  • Added support of CD Tray for Epson Stylus Photo R2880.

New in Disc Cover 2.2 (Nov 7, 2008)

  • Auto save functionality adjustable from Preferences Dialog, will help to restore documents after unintentional computer shutdown.
  • Support for non-standard paper sizes added (in paper layout database, in Custom Paper dialog).
  • A-one and Xerox paper layouts reviewed.
  • Support for Epson, HP and Canon printers improved.
  • Various program fixes and improvements.

New in Disc Cover 2.1.4 (Sep 24, 2008)

  • Support for Art Text version 2.
  • German, French and Spanish localizations improved.

New in Disc Cover 2.1.3 (Sep 4, 2008)

  • Library of label paper layouts for Avery, Ace Label, DECAdry, Herlitz, Herma, Pimaco and Printec reviewed and extended.
  • French and Spanish localizations revised.
  • The process of calling system print dialog now occur correctly when no printer selected.
  • Minor bug fixes.

New in Disc Cover 2.1.1 (May 28, 2008)

  • mport/Export:
  • When exporting disc design element the graphic is automatically cut along disc edges. Transparency is supported for PDF and TIFF files.
  • Option to choose system PDF filters was added for export to PDF format.
  • The result of drag&drop of images from other applications into design area and Inspector fixed.
  • Inserting images inside Smart Shapes by drag&drop fixed.
  • The dialog of custom text formats, which is used to import text data has improved.
  • Fill/Stretch scale types behavior for smart shapes filled with an image has swapped.
  • Content:
  • Support for HP CD/DVD Tattoo labels and automatic mirror printing were added.
  • Data Becker and DECadry label paper libraries were updated.
  • German localization of the program improved.
  • Interface:
  • Option to duplicate selected Design Element was added into Edit Custom Layout dialog (also shortcut Cmd D can be used).
  • Auto scroll activates when an object is created or moved outside window area.
  • Pup-up menu with tool sets added for Toolbar in text representation.
  • Insert->Date&Time option during text editing fixed

New in Disc Cover 2.0.5 (Apr 9, 2008)

  • Tray dimensions were fixed for Canon direct on disc printers.
  • Problem with printing objects with gradient fill solved.
  • Printing on a plain paper fixed (clipping size corrected).
  • Option to set round corners for rectangular design-elements (such as Cover, Tray Insert, etc.) added.
  • Ability to add text box with a mouse click restored (when Extended Text tool activated).
  • Problem with text format buttons in the system font dialog solved.

New in Disc Cover 2.0.1 (Mar 21, 2008)

  • Problem with freezing during closing the program solved.
  • Switching the Inspector controls with Tab button fixed.
  • Bug with inability to work in Disc Cover, due to disabled menu options when Painter's Picker software installed fixed.

New in Disc Cover 2.0 (Mar 18, 2008)

  • Redesigned program interface.
  • Grouping functionality was added in the program.
  • Gradient Fill (linear and radial) became available for different objects.
  • Art Text integration allows to create high quality textual graphics, headings, logos, icons.
  • Documents containing user pictures got lower size thanks to automatic compression.
  • Collection of ready-made designs was improved and new designs were added. Now the collection consists of 130 professional designs.
  • Collection of 120 background designs was added, with ability to add your own backgrounds.
  • 100 background images were added (70 in standard version).
  • Now design-element settings (inner/outer disc diameter for example) can be altered from the Inspector. Also, you have ability to save set of parameters as a preset.
  • Duplicate design-element option added to the main menu and toolbar.
  • Size settings for design-elements added to Custom Paper Format dialog.
  • Integration with Apple Aperture added.
  • Import from Apple iPhoto improved: Events library now supported.
  • Import from Apple iTunes improved: Total Time format added that shows total track duration.
  • Photo files import: Get images from Subfolders check added.
  • LZW compression becomes available when exporting to TIFF.
  • Option to choose Color Model (RGB/CMYK) when exporting to raster formats (TIFF and JPEG).
  • Hold Editing Modes via double click added for toolbar buttons (Text Box, Box, Line).
  • Object rotation can be performed using corner handles or keyboard (Cmd Opt left/right arrows, Shift increase speed), in addition to Inspector options.
  • Object rotation to the left/right is available from context menu.
  • Preview of ready made designs in Assistant has changed.
  • Custom format text for imported results improved.
  • Circle Text editing dialog can be resized now.
  • For accessibility purposes increase/decrease font size shortcut has changed to system standard Cmd � � and Cmd �-�. Zoom shortcut has changed to Ctrl Cmd �=�, Ctrl Cmd �-�.
  • Shortcut to open/close source panel added (Cmd Opt C).
  • Shortcuts to navigate through Inspector Tabs added (Cmd 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6). Hide Inspector shortcut added (Cmd 0).
  • EasyPrint technology integrated into the program, which improves compatibility with Epson direct-on-cd printers.
  • Support for DYMO DiscPainter direct-on-cd printer added.