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Changelog ​

August 6, 2025 ​

  • Core Improvements:

    • Missing Translations: Added missing translations throughout the application.
    • OrcaSlicer File Sending: Improved file upload functionality from OrcaSlicer.
    • Column Visibility: Fixed column hiding functionality in print overview tables.
    • Printer Commands: Enhanced command sending to printers with significantly faster response times.

  • UI/UX Changes:

    • Print Time Display: Minor design improvements for better print time visualization.
    • File Detail Zoom: Added zoom functionality for print plates in file detail view.
    • Remote Client Restart: Added a button for remote client restart in location settings.
    • Queue Button Consolidation: Unified the confusing "Configure" and "Print" buttons in the queue into a single "Print" button for better user experience.

  • Bug Fixes:

    • Various minor fixes and improvements based on user feedback.

August 1, 2025 ​

  • 🚀 Major Client Update:
    • Completely New Client: We have released a completely redesigned, faster, and more reliable client for 2025.
    • Manual Update Required: Due to security reasons (we cannot access your device), this update cannot be performed automatically.
    • Legacy Client Support: The old client will continue to function but will no longer be actively supported after August 15, 2025.

July 16, 2025 ​

  • Feature Updates & Enhancements:

    • Universal Nozzle Support: Full support for all nozzle types, including those not yet available in OrcaSlicer.
    • Smart Print Queue Logic: Implemented intelligent print start logic that automatically selects the best available printer – a step toward a fully automated queue system.
    • Multi-Hotend Support: New hotend management logic to support printers with multiple hotends and toolchanger systems.
    • AMS Drying Completion Time: The AMS dialog now displays filament drying completion time for PRO and HT models.

  • Unique Features:

    • AMS Drying Completion Notifications: Introduced unique notifications for AMS filament drying completion – a feature exclusive to Printerhive.

  • UI/UX Changes:

    • Enhanced Date Display: Improved date display logic that hides the year for current items to reduce visual clutter and improve readability.

July 2, 2025 ​

  • Feature Updates & Enhancements:

    • Real-time Printer Status: The printer overview and printer detail pages now display up to 49 different real-time statuses for ongoing actions, such as "Bed Heating," "Bed Leveling," and more.
    • New Nozzle Support: Added support for new nozzles included in the latest Bambu Lab printer firmware.
    • API Expansion: Our API has been expanded with additional endpoints to support new features and integrations.

  • UI/UX Changes:

    • New AMS Interface: A redesigned user interface for the AMS has been implemented in the printer detail view for improved clarity and management.
    • Printer Model in Queue: The print queue now includes a column indicating the specific printer model for which each file was sliced.
    • Print Job Details: The "Start Print" dialog now displays key information about the print job, including file name, plate name, material weight, estimated duration, and completion time.
    • Reprint from History: You can now restart a print or add it back to the queue directly from the print history.

  • Client & Backend Improvements:

    • Client Job Processing Logic: The Printerhive client (for Raspberry Pi and similar devices) now only processes jobs that are less than 15 seconds old. This prevents unintended printer actions during internet outages or other communication failures.

  • Ongoing Development:

    • Bambu Lab H2D Integration: We are finalizing the full integration of the dual-toolhead Bambu Lab H2D printer.

  • Bug Fixes:

    • This update also includes numerous bug fixes and performance improvements.

June 24, 2025 ​

  • API for Higher-Tier Plans (In-Progress):
    • We have started development on a new API for our Professional and Business plans.
    • The Professional plan will include read-only API access, while the Business plan will feature full read/write capabilities, allowing for powerful integrations like automatically queuing print jobs from an e-commerce store upon order creation.
  • Internal Logic & Communication Refactor:
    • A complete overhaul of the application's internal logic and the communication with the Raspberry Pi client has been completed. This change unifies the communication protocol for printers from different manufacturers, improving stability and scalability.
  • Feature Updates & Enhancements:
    • Google Sign-In/Registration: You can now sign up and log in to Printerhive using your Google account.
  • Bug Fixes:
    • This update also includes numerous bug fixes and performance improvements.

June 11, 2025 ​

  • UI/UX & Quality of Life Updates:
    • Dashboard Sounds: Introduced audible notifications on the dashboard for key events. Sounds can be enabled or disabled in user settings.
    • Bulk File Management: Users can now select and move multiple files at once in both the Queue and Files sections. Bulk selection is supported via Shift-click, allowing for more efficient file management.
    • Macro Loading: The system now only loads non-hidden macros, simplifying the user interface and reducing clutter.
    • Profile Pictures: Added the ability for users to upload and change their profile picture in user settings.
    • Folder Management: Resolved an issue with folder deletion and added the ability to set a main folder as the default for quicker access.
    • Notification Bubbles: All notification bubbles across the application now automatically hide after a short duration to provide a cleaner user experience.
    • Print from History: Added the functionality to start a new print job directly from the print history list in the printer detail view.

June 2, 2025 ​

  • Major Feature Launch: Klipper Support
    • Klipper Integration: Printerhive now officially supports Klipper-based printers alongside Bambu Lab printers, creating a unified interface to manage multi-vendor printer fleets.
    • Remote Access without VPN: Users can securely access and control their Klipper printers from anywhere in the world without needing to configure a VPN or open ports.
    • Seamless Integration: The integration is designed to be seamless. Users can continue to use their existing Klipper interface (e.g., Mainsail/Fluidd) as usual. Printerhive mirrors all data, ensuring no loss of functionality or history.
    • Free Testing Period: To celebrate the launch, all accounts (including Free tier) can connect and manage an unlimited number of Klipper printers until July 9, 2025. After this date, standard account limits will apply to the total number of printers (both Klipper and Bambu Lab).
    • Initial Klipper Features & Known Limitations:
      • Current Functionality: Users can upload individual gcode files to Printerhive and initiate prints on their Klipper machines.
      • Ongoing Development: Full feature parity is in active development. Features being finalized in the coming days/weeks include:
        • Direct print submission from OrcaSlicer via Printerhive.
        • Multi-plate 3mf file support.
        • Advanced printer controls (nozzle, fans, flow, motors, Z-tilt).
        • Support for multi-material systems.

May 16, 2025 ​

  • Feature Updates & Enhancements:

    • New "Reserved" Printer Status: Introduced support for a non-standard "Reserved" printer status. This status is displayed on a printer after a print job is sent to it and remains active until the printer physically starts printing. This enhancement helps users easily identify which printers are already allocated for upcoming jobs, simplifying queue management for sequential prints.
    • Persistent Column Visibility in Print Jobs: Column visibility settings (show/hide) in all three Print Jobs sections (Queue, Current, History) are now saved per user. These preferences are preserved across devices and sessions and will no longer reset to their default state. (Note: Separate settings for PC/Tablet/Mobile can be considered for future implementation based on user requirements.)
    • Plate Identification in File Detail View: Plate names or numbers are now displayed above their respective images in the print file detail view. If a plate name is too long to fit, the full name will be shown on hover.

  • UI/UX Changes:

    • Print Job Submission Redirect Update: The redirect behavior after sending a file to print has been temporarily changed. Users are now redirected to the print Queue section instead of the "Current Prints" section.
    • Print Configuration Button Renamed: The "Save" button within the print configuration dialog has been renamed to "Save to Queue" to better reflect its action.

  • API & Backend Improvements:

    • Print Job Status Accuracy: Improved API logic to address an issue where print jobs sometimes remained in the "Current Prints" section even after they had actually finished. Completed jobs should now be correctly and promptly moved to history.

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April 10, 2025 ​

  • Feature Updates & Enhancements:
    • AMS Categorization: Introduced distinct categories for AMS units (e.g., AMS, AMS Lite,AMS 2 PRO, AMS HT).
    • AMS Sensor Data: Enabled the display of temperature and humidity for supported AMS units.
    • Dashboard - Location Names: Location names are now shown alongside printers in the Dashboard for users managing multiple locations.
    • Dashboard - Printer Identification: Printer manufacturer and model are now displayed in the Dashboard.
  • Ongoing Development:
    • H2D Integration: Initial monitoring capabilities for H2D systems are now active. Full integration is currently in progress.
    • Klipper Printer Support: Actively under development with the goal of achieving full feature parity. Significant progress has been made.
  • Bug Fixes: Addressed various minor bugs and improved overall system stability.
  • Community & Events:
    • Maker Faire Prague: Successfully presented Printerhive at Maker Faire Prague!

March 28, 2025 ​

  • Infrastructure & API Updates: Major changes deployed to our backend systems.
    • Domain Structure: Updated domain structure: The application is now at app.printerhive.com, the website at printerhive.com, and documentation at docs.printerhive.com. (Remember to update your bookmarks and OrcaSlicer addresses if needed!)
    • New API: Created a new, more powerful API. This upgrade also resolves the issue where printers sometimes displayed outdated print information.
    • Real-time Connections: Adjusted the real-time connection mechanism for more reliable printer control.

March 21, 2025 ​

  • Client Installation & Fixes:
    • New Client Installation: Launched a completely new, simpler client installation process! It features an in-app guide and attempts automatic printer discovery upon completion.
    • Location Deletion Fix: Fixed an error that occurred when deleting locations that contained already deleted printers.
    • Password Reset: Improved the forgotten password functionality.

March 14, 2025 ​

  • User Interface Enhancements: Several updates focused on improving the user experience.
    • Printer Reordering: Added the ability to reorder printers on the Dashboard simply by dragging and dropping.
    • UI Coloring: Fixed the coloring of all pop-up windows across both light and dark modes.
    • Menu Behavior: Fixed the collapsing behavior of the main menu.
    • Printer Images: Added display of static printer images when no camera stream is available for a printer.

March 7, 2025 ​

  • Notifications Revamp: Completely redesigned the notification system.
    • Notifications can now be enabled on multiple devices and will be delivered to all enabled devices, even when the app is closed.
    • In-app notifications are displayed while browsing.
    • The bell icon (bottom left) is now functional, showing notifications from the last 24 hours. Opening it marks all as read.
    • Access "Notification History" (via "View All" or profile tab) to see notifications from the last 24 hours, week, or month.
    • Includes numerous visual improvements alongside the functional changes.

February 23, 2025 ​

  • Planned Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance and updates will occur over the next 3 days, daily between 2:50 AM and 3:10 AM (server time/timezone assumed).
    • Expect brief service outages during this window.
    • Ongoing prints will not be affected. No client restarts or manual intervention needed.
    • Prints scheduled to start between 2:50 AM and 3:10 AM may be delayed until after 3:10 AM.

February 9, 2025 ​

  • Scheduled Prints: Added the ability to edit or cancel scheduled print jobs.
    • Cancelling returns the job to the queue and turns off preheating if it was automatically started for the job.
    • Editing allows setting/modifying the scheduled start time and preheating settings. These values are saved for future edits.
  • Printer Control: Added basic printer control functionality (e.g., movement, temperature - specific controls assumed intuitive). Filament loading and speed controls are planned for the next day.

February 6, 2025 ​

  • Locations Feature Launch: You can now add, edit, and delete Locations.
    • Purpose: Organize printers linked to specific clients (e.g., different floors, home vs. work). Each location requires an assigned client, but a client can manage multiple locations.
    • Benefits: Enables moving printers between locations (clients) easily. Future updates will include filtering printers by location.
    • API Keys: Client API keys are now managed and viewed within their assigned Location settings. Each client retains its unique API key.

February 3, 2025 ​

  • Completed the final major backend update, introducing the underlying structure for the upcoming "Locations" feature. (Note: Location management UI is not yet available).
  • Added a Reset button for print jobs stuck in the "Preparing to Print" state. This allows users to return the job to the queue and free up the printer if it becomes unresponsive before starting a print.

February 2, 2025 ​

  • Addressed an issue causing frequent user logouts.
  • Deployed a significant backend update in preparation for upcoming features. (This was the second major infrastructure update). Users are encouraged to report any unexpected issues.

January 24, 2025 ​

  • File Uploads: Fixed a bug where uploading multiple files sometimes resulted in only a partial transfer. Multiple file uploads should now reliably transfer all files.
  • File Manager:
    • Optimized the file and folder browsing experience for better usability on both desktop and mobile devices.
    • Implemented basic column sorting. Click on column headers to sort. Sort preferences are saved per browser for each folder.

January 23, 2025 ​

  • Fixed an issue where some files failed to upload, potentially caused by custom filaments configured in the slicer. Users experiencing this issue should try uploading again.

January 20, 2025 ​

  • Launched the printerhive.com domain. printerhive.eu remains active, but users should only use one domain at a time.
  • Updated Raspberry Pi clients to provide more detailed printer status information.
  • Added a feature where an exclamation mark appears next to a printer in the list if there's an issue. Clicking the icon provides troubleshooting information. (Note: Most issues are related to the printer itself, not the service).

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