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Change Log

Version 1.0.0.3​

  • Welcome Banner Improvements​

    • Organized the Welcome Banner Property Pane settings into categorized sections such as Welcome and Announcement for improved usability and easier configuration.

  • Property Pane Enhancements​

    • Added a Reset option to all color picker controls in the Property Pane, allowing users to quickly revert to the default color settings.

  • Exit Setup​

    • Fixed the Exit Setup option to properly close the setup wizard after installation.

  • Wizard Visibility​

    • Upgraded The setup wizard is now visible only to Site Collection Administrators.

  • Header Theme Support​

    • Updated the wizard header to use the current SharePoint theme instead of a hardcoded color.

  • Site Theme Creation​

    • Added support to create and apply Site Themes directly through the setup wizard.

  • Implemented New Extension setup​

    • Implemented the new extension setup For Design 2.

  • Implemented exit Setup​

    • If existing user comes in we can exit without again setting up the site .

  • Full Width Loader Alignment Fix​

    • The loader behavior has been updated for the Full Width layout configuration.

  • Footer Styling and Default Content Enhancement​

    • The footer section has been updated with refined color styling and improved default content configuration, ensuring a more consistent visual appearance and providing meaningful initial content during page setup.

  • Live Preview Panel​

    • The Branding screen has been redesigned with a split layout. The right section includes a live preview panel that dynamically displays how the page will appear based on the selected branding configurations, providing real-time visual feedback during customization.
    • The footer section has been included within the Home Page layout, ensuring a complete page structure and a consistent user experience.

  • Full Width Implementation​

    • The Extension Setup screen has been enhanced with a full-width implementation option, allowing the extension to utilize the complete page width for a more immersive layout. This provides improved content visibility and a seamless user experience across different screen sizes

  • Redesigned Wizard Experience​

    • The wizard has been rebuilt with a cleaner layout, improved header, close button, and footer. It now walks you through a structured flow.

  • Jump Between Steps​

    • Click on any previously completed step to go back and make changes — no need to step through the wizard sequentially.

  • Progress Saved Automatically​

    • The wizard keeps track of where you are across steps, so your setup progress isn't lost if you close and reopen it.

  • Extension Icon Visibility Validation​

    • Added validation to ensure the extension icon is displayed only for Site Collection Administrators, improving access control and preventing visibility for unauthorized users.

  • Site Branding Background Color Support​

    • Added functionality to customize and apply background colors dynamically within Site Branding settings for better visual customization and branding flexibility.

Version 1.0.0.2​

Release Date: April 24, 2026
Summary: 13 new features · 14 bug fixes · 7 components improved

👋 Welcome Banner​

5 new features · 4 fixes

What's New​

  • [New Feature] You can now upload images directly from the settings panel without needing to browse SharePoint libraries — making it faster to customize your banner.

  • [New Feature] Adjust how tall your announcement section appears using a simple slider — perfect for fitting longer messages without cutting them off.

  • [New Feature] Add content directly in the settings panel instead of creating separate SharePoint lists — saves time and simplifies content management. Supports Collection Data mode

  • [New Feature] Left and right arrows now appear on the banner carousel so visitors can manually browse through announcements at their own pace.

  • [New Feature] Choose custom colors for your welcome message, date, and time displays using color pickers in the settings panel.

Fixes & Improvements​

  • [Fixed] The banner now correctly uses your site's secondary brand color instead of always showing the same hardcoded color.

  • [Fixed] Title and description fields now only show up after you select "Normal Layout" mode — preventing confusion during setup.

  • [Fixed] The "Select Background Image" option now appears correctly when using Normal Layout mode.

  • [Fixed] Mobile users now see the complete banner content instead of just half of it — much better experience on phones and tablets.

📅 Calendar​

1 new feature · 1 fix

What's New​

  • [New Feature] Clicking "Add to Outlook" now opens Outlook directly in your browser instead of downloading a file — one less step for users.

Fixes & Improvements​

  • [Fixed] Calendar colors now match your site's custom theme colors instead of using default colors.

📰 Company News & Announcements​

1 new feature · 3 fixes

What's New​

  • [New Feature] The "Learn More" button now has a visual hover effect to grab attention and encourage clicks.

Fixes & Improvements​

  • [Fixed] News section now uses your custom site theme colors instead of default colors.

  • [Fixed] The "Learn More" button now displays in your site's secondary brand color as intended.

  • [Fixed] News cards no longer overlap or look cramped on mobile devices — they now arrange properly on small screens.

🔗 Quick Links​

1 new feature · 3 fixes

What's New​

  • [New Feature] Control how many quick links display and add a scroll bar when you have more links than fit on screen — keeps the layout clean.

Fixes & Improvements​

  • [Fixed] The "Hide space above header" toggle now works properly — spacing disappears when you turn it on.

  • [Fixed] No more extra gap appearing above the header when toggling settings on and off.

  • [Fixed] Link icons now show the correct color when you hover over them.

🎨 Site Branding & Setup Wizard​

3 new features

What's New​

  • [New Feature] Complete Setup Wizard redesign with multiple setup screens and visual page previews — making it easier to see what you're creating before you publish.

  • [New Feature] Configure both primary AND secondary brand colors from the branding screen — complete control over your site's color scheme.

  • [New Feature] The "Review & Apply" button now works on its own — you don't need to click "Apply Theme" separately anymore. Streamlined workflow

📄 Documents​

1 update

  • [Updated] Sample documents refreshed with more realistic demo data for testing and presentations.

🎭 Welcome Screen (Setup)​

2 improvements · 1 cleanup

What's New​

  • [Improved] Industry and Employee fields are now optional — skip them if they don't apply to your organization.

Cleanup​

  • [Removed] Vision and Mission fields removed from the welcome setup screen — fewer fields to fill out during initial setup.

🐛 General Fixes​

  • [Fixed] Icons no longer disappear when you hover over them — visual bug corrected.

  • [Fixed] Removed unwanted gaps between web parts — pages now look cleaner and more professional.

📦 Technical Details​

Package: SPFx v1.0.0.2
Compatibility: SharePoint Online
Components Updated: 7
Breaking Changes: None

🎯 Impact Summary​

For Content Editors:

  • Faster content updates with Collection Data support
  • Easier image uploads without library navigation
  • More control over colors and spacing

For Site Owners:

  • Complete branding control with primary + secondary colors
  • Simplified setup wizard workflow
  • Better mobile experience for all visitors

For End Users:

  • Cleaner mobile layouts across all components
  • Smoother "Add to Outlook" experience
  • Visual improvements with hover effects and proper colors

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