Hello, we are pleased to announce the release of WinCatalog version 2024.10, introducing a range of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving stability, performance, and the overall user experience.
WinCatalog now processes the content of PDF files more efficiently by eliminating extra whitespace during text extraction. Additionally, the handling of date fields from PDF metadata has been improved—WinCatalog now correctly interprets dates stored in various formats, ensuring accurate recording of document creation and modification times.
The Properties pane now displays “Added” and “Updated” fields for drives. These fields provide timestamps for when a drive was first added to the catalog and when it was last updated, helping with better organization and version tracking.
The application now supports thumbnail extraction from AVIF and AFIF image formats, broadening the range of media file types that WinCatalog can catalog.
The tags list has been updated for better compatibility with high-DPI monitors and high scaling factors. Visual clutter on the Tags page has been eliminated.
A new “Tape” drive type has been added to support users utilizing tape-based storage solutions. WinCatalog does not detect tape drives automatically; however, the drive type can always be changed manually via the Properties window, under the Volume Info tab.
The “Open in Explorer” command has been renamed to “Reveal in File Explorer” for improved clarity and consistency with modern operating system terminology.
An issue where thumbnails generated for Microsoft Office files displayed a “trial” watermark has been resolved. Thumbnails now appear cleanly without any unnecessary markings.
To upgrade to WinCatalog 2024.10, simply download and install the latest version: download now. There is no need to uninstall your current version. For existing users, upgrade eligibility can be checked on the website. If you’re new to WinCatalog, a free trial is available to explore the full range of features.
Posted on: April 9, 2025
