Changelog
New features, improvements, and fixes in each release.
v1.9.1
October 2026- improvementHands-free dictation: choose right Option or right Shift to start and stop it
- improvementTurning off analytics now also stops the analytics Retext's server records for your requests
- fixShift-clicking or Option-clicking no longer starts hands-free dictation by accident
v1.9.0
October 2026- newDictation: hold right Option, talk, and your words appear at the cursor, transcribed on your Mac
- newHands-free dictation (beta): double-tap and keep talking; each sentence is typed when you pause
- newPolish (beta): Apple Intelligence removes filler words and fixes punctuation, on your Mac
- newVoice commands (beta): new paragraph, delete that, and insert snippet by name
- newSnippet suggestions (beta): a matching snippet appears as you type; press Tab to accept
- newAI suggestions (beta): the next few words from Apple Intelligence, on your Mac
- newNotes: record a meeting or a thought and get a transcript and summary on your Mac
- newMenu bar panel (beta) and clipboard history (beta)
- improvementHome shows your dictation and autocomplete stats
- improvementRetext 1.9 requires macOS 26; Retext 1.8.1 keeps working on macOS 15
v1.8.1
October 2026- newDelete your Retext account from Settings
- improvementActivating a license links it to your Retext account
- improvementSafer Google sign-in hand-off between your browser and the app
- improvementEspanso date variables import as Retext date and time fields
v1.8.0
October 2026- newMenu bar menu: pause expansion per app or everywhere, and see words saved today
- newHome: expansion stats, your top apps and recent activity, all on your Mac
- newPer-app snippets: limit a snippet to certain apps, or keep it out of others
- newImport from TextExpander, Espanso, Raycast, Alfred and macOS text replacements
- newInsert snippets from the Shortcuts app
- improvementYour clipboard comes back after an expansion, including images and formatted text
v1.7.2
October 2026- fixSnippets no longer expand in password fields or while Secure Input is on
- fixSign-in hardening: restricted redirects and verified Google email addresses
- fixA snippet used more than once inside another snippet now expands every time
- fixEach device gets its own free AI trial
v1.7.1
July 2026- newAdd to Retext: install any prompt template from retext.io with one click
- newDownload Retext from a template page and that template imports the first time you open the app
v1.7.0
July 2026- newFree accounts: sign in with Google for 10 snippets instead of 5
- newReferral program: earn a free Pro month when a friend upgrades
v1.6.0
June 2026- newInteractive tutorial that teaches snippet expansion by doing it
- newDynamic fields: {date}, {time}, {clipboard}, date math and fill-in prompts
- newPlace the cursor after expansion with {cursor}
- improvementFill-in fields show a dialog before the snippet expands
v1.5.5
June 2025- fixIntel Mac support fixed -- verified Universal Binary (arm64 + x86_64)
v1.5.4
June 2025- fixIntel Mac support -- app now builds as a Universal Binary
- fixAI generation updated to latest Claude model
v1.5.0
May 2025- newAnalytics consent -- choose whether to share anonymous usage data
- newUpdate notifications -- subtle in-app banner when a new version is available
v1.4.5
April 2025- newSend feedback directly from Settings
- newUpdated pricing -- Pro starts at $4.99/month
v1.4.4
April 2025- newTry AI free -- free users get 1 complimentary AI generation
v1.4.3
March 2025- improvementFree tier now includes 5 snippets (up from 3)
- improvementSnippet counter shows usage at a glance
v1.4.0
February 2025- newTeam snippets -- create a team, invite members, share snippets
- newSeat-based plans -- Starter, Pro, and Business tiers
- newReal-time sync with offline support and conflict resolution
- newGoogle Sign-In for team features
- improvementTeam selector to switch between personal and team libraries
- improvementNative toolbar with system-style buttons
v1.3.0
January 2025- newNew branded app icon -- green logo with white R
- newSnippet settings -- configurable max title length, auto-remove spaces
- improvementReal-time validation with instant feedback as you type
- improvementSnippet expansion disabled while editing in Retext
v1.2.0
December 2024- newAutomatic update notifications on app launch
v1.1.0
November 2024- newTag-based organization with three-panel layout
- newFilter snippets by tag
v1.0.0
October 2024- newInitial release -- system-wide text expansion for macOS
- newSnippet validation with infinite loop prevention
- newKeyboard shortcuts for fast editing