Version 4.2.0003 (February 2025): Improvements, Fixes and Microsoft Azure Login

Version 4.2.0003 (February 2025): Improvements, Fixes and Microsoft Azure Login

Which editions are affected?

  1. All editions: IdeaMapper Desktop Cloud, IdeaMapperPro, IdeaMapperK12, IdeaMapperHigherEd and EssayWriter.

How to get this release?

  1. For desktop installations: Go to https://ideamapper.com, follow HelpDesk and download links for your platform, download the installer file, then install. The previous version will be upgraded.
  2. For the webapp: Clear the browser cache, then go to https://webapp.ideamapper.com, and log in with the same credentials. 

What’s New?

  • All desktop editions now have improved accessibility support. 
  • Cloud edition: Now offers Microsoft Azure login. 
  • Cloud edition: We have improved the AI interface and added various functions, specifically importing of unstructured or structured text and reordering of ideas.
  • Cloud edition: Prior to logging in you will now have to agree to various policies. 
  • Cloud edition: When logging in for the first time, depending on your location your data will be automatically saved in either the UK or US cloud. When you create an account with username and password, you can choose where you wish your data to be kept. We recommend that you choose a location closest to you. Note that we will add a function in a future version which will allow you to move your data to a location of your choice.

Bug Fixes?

  • Updated to the latest Qt release (6.8.2) which resolves various security issues.
  • There are numerous bug fixes, none critical.