BETA v0.9.0 • March 10, 2026
PDF Diff changelog
First public beta release of PDF Diff. This version introduces the core local workflow for loading two drawing sets, comparing pages, reviewing detected changes, and exporting results.
Local-firstDrawing set comparison
Split / DiffReview modes
Cloud MarksBeta markup workflow
PDF + PNGExport output
EN / JALanguage support
BETA v0.9.0
First public beta release of PDF Diff. This version introduces the core local workflow for loading two drawing sets, comparing pages, reviewing detected changes, and exporting results.
Included in this beta
Core Comparison
- Compare Before and After PDF drawing sets locally.
- Compare selected pages or the full drawing set.
- Review page thumbnails with similarity scoring to identify changed sheets faster.
- Detect page-size mismatches and apply preview size matching when sheets do not align cleanly.
Included in this beta
Reviewing Changes
- Use Split and Diff viewing modes for side-by-side review and change-focused inspection.
- Use synced zoom and pan, fit-to-screen, and full-screen controls for closer review.
- Switch between Before, After, and Result layers while working in Diff view.
- Adjust compare colors with presets and custom color controls.
- Move through changed pages faster with built-in keyboard shortcuts.
Included in this beta
Diff Markers & Cloud Marks (Beta)
- Generate cloud marks for the current page or all selected changed pages.
- Browse detected regions more easily from the dedicated Changes tab.
- Merge, break apart, move, and resize cloud marks during review.
- Undo and redo cloud mark edits while refining change areas.
- Adjust cloud numbering and size controls for clearer review output.
Included in this beta
Export & Workflow Polish
- Export results to PDF or PNG.
- Export all pages, clear selections, or export changed pages only.
- Create export-ready output with cloud mark overlays and automatic file naming.
- Track longer jobs with progress feedback and cancellation support.
- Review larger drawing sets more smoothly during page-to-page navigation.
Included in this beta
Settings & Utility
- Save preferences for viewer mode, default cloud mark behavior, and language.
- Use the app in English or Japanese.
- Open the Help & Shortcuts panel for quicker onboarding.
- Access the Settings and About dialog for version and product details.
- View application logs and third-party notices from built-in utility screens.
Beta note
Beta note: Cloud Marks is still in beta and will continue to improve in future updates.