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๐๐Bug fix: Confluence page search not returning full results
Fixed an issue where the page search inside the Publish to Confluence action was only searching among the first 10 pages of the selected space. ๐ข
Now, the search will query all pages in the space and display relevant results even if the page was not initially loaded. โ
Regular searches were not fetching the correct results this has now been resolved. ๐ง
๐๐ 'Bug tracking and resolution report' template now available in template gallery
This Bug Tracking and Resolution Report template offers insights into bug activity, resolution times, and severity over 30 days.
It features bug statistics, a bar chart for bug priority and count, and a summary table with key details.
Available in PDF and Email formats for efficient project management.
๐๐Bug fix: Confluence space not found in space selector
Fixed an issue where some spaces were not appearing in the space selector while configuring Confluence actions in ARNR.
Even if the space existed in Confluence, it was not found due to search limitations when dealing with a large number of spaces (e.g. 3000+ spaces). This has now been resolved. โ
๐๐ Bug fix: OpenAI model list not loading all available models
Fixed an issue where limited options were shown in the model selection dropdown, even if the API key supported more models.
Now, the model list is fetched dynamically based on the models available for the provided OpenAI API key. This ensures a smoother integration process and resolves connection failures when GPT-3.5 Turbo is restricted. โ
๐๐ 'Bug tracking and resolution report' template now available in template gallery
This Bug Tracking and Resolution Report template offers insights into bug activity, resolution times, and severity over 30 days.
It features bug statistics, a bar chart for bug priority and count, and a summary table with key details.
Available in PDF and Email formats for efficient project management.
๐๐ฆ New Variable Alert: 'releaseStatus' is Here! ๐
Weโve added a new variable to the โVersion' variable group 'releaseStatusโ! ๐
This variable helps you identify the release status of a Jira version, showing whether itโs:
๐ Archived
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Released
โณ Unreleased
You can now use โreleaseStatusโ as plain text across:
๐ Report templates
๐งฉ The Variable macro
Bringing more clarity and context to your reports has never been easier! ๐ก
๐๐ New enhancements in Confluence rule action!
We've rolled out powerful improvements to make selecting Confluence pages and spaces smoother and smarter:
๐ Advanced Page Selection:
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Select Parent Page โ A sleek new pop-up UI lets you choose the parent page effortlessly.
๐ Search by URL or ID โ Paste the Confluence page URL or ID, hit Verify, and instantly check its validity.
๐๐ Seamless switching between cross-project and in-project screens is here!
Weโve rolled out a new feature that lets you access in-project data right from a cross-project screen! ๐ฏ
With the new project selector, you can effortlessly switch between projects and explore:
๐ Templates
๐งฉ Rules
โ๏ธ Custom variables
๐ Logs
๐ Dashboards
Tabs will automatically adjust based on your view, whether you're in a specific project or exploring cross-project data. Navigation is now smoother, smarter, and more intuitive! โจ
๐๐ข Introducing "Sum" return type to Stats macro across templates
You can now effortlessly calculate and display the sum of numeric Jira fields (default and custom) across multiple issues returned by a JQL query in both Stats and Charts ๐โ.
This enhancement is available across all templates that support the Stats macro, including Email, PDF, HTML, and MS Word ๐งฉ๐๐ง
๐๐ ๏ธ Fix: Custom and system field values not displayed correctly in slack message template
Resolved an issue where custom fields and system fields like Priority were not rendering their values correctly in Slack message template.
The system now properly fetches and substitutes the correct values for both custom and default Jira fields in Slack notifications.
๐๐ Improved Space Selector
We've rolled out new improvements to make selecting Confluence pages smoother and smarter:
๐ Advanced space selection:
Easily browse the list of spaces along with their keys in the dropdown.
Search smarter โ Look up spaces using either the Space Name or Space Key.
โจ These updates are designed to save you time and boost productivity!
๐๐ Introducing version history for templates! ๐โจ
We're excited to introduce Version history for all HTML-type templates (PDF, MS Word, Email, Release Page Notification, and HTML) and JSON templates! ๐
๐ Track changes โ See who made updates and when they were made. Easily compare past versions to understand what changed.
๐ Access history โ Click the history icon to view past versions effortlessly.
๐ Stay in control โ Keep a record of modifications and ensure accuracy.
๐Implementing MS Word template with more robust editing options๐Weโre upgrading the MS Word template by implementing more robust editing options. ๐
Enhancements include headers, footers, title and end pages, page settings, and TOC macro. ๐
Try the new features for a more powerful Word template experience! ๐ฅ
๐๐ฉ Send emails with multiple attachments in a single email๐ Multi-attachment support: Users can now attach multiple files of each type (๐ PDF, ๐ MS Word, ๐ HTML, ๐ MS PowerPoint, โ๏ธ Markdown, and ๐ JSON) within a single email rule action.
This allows them to select multiple templates of the same type when sending automated emails to their stakeholders, ensuring greater flexibility and efficiency. ๐
๐๐ข Exciting update: ARNR now supporting Jira 10! ๐
Automated Release Notes & Reports is now fully compatible with Jira 10!๐ก Enjoy seamless integration, improved performance, and enhanced stability for effortless release note generation.
Upgrade now to stay ahead and streamline your workflows!๐
๐New Template in the Gallery โ Bug Tracking and Resolution Report ๐
Say hello to the Bug Tracking and Resolution Report template! This powerful addition to the template gallery gives you a clear picture of bug activity, resolution times, and severity distribution of past 30 days.
Whatโs inside?
Overview of bug stats: Get metrics like bug count, severity distribution, and current statuses.
Visual insights: A bar chart for bug priority and count for quick data interpretation.
Summary table: View critical bug details (key, priority, assignee, and resolution) in a compact table format.
Template available in 3 types - PDF, Email and MS PowerPoint
Keep your projects on track and squash bugs faster with this new reporting template! ๐
๐Performance improvements โฌ๏ธ
We've optimized how rule actions and their attachment templates are stored for enhanced performance.
๐Introducing new 'Grid layout' in the JQL sections ! ๐๏ธ
Check out the new Grid layout in JQL sections! It lets you display Jira issues as stylish cards in 2, 3, or 4 columns. Plus, there's a fresh template in the gallery: ITSM Weekly Major Incident Report. Give it a spin!
๐Seamless Import/Export for Templates ๐
Weโve introduced a new Import/Export Data feature in Automated Release Notes & Reports! Admins can now seamlessly migrate templates between Cloud and Data Center or vice versa. This feature includes an intuitive interface for importing/exporting templates, detailed action logs for tracking status, and robust error handling to ensure smooth operations. Enhance your migration process and take control of your templates effortlessly! ๐
๐โจ Introducing the new "Spotlight Issue" mode for enhanced template customization ๐
๐ Weโre excited to announce the re-release of the Single-Issue Templates feature! After addressing a technical issue that required a temporary rollback, weโve resolved the problem and are rolling out the feature again. ๐ ๏ธ
With Single-Issue Templates, users can easily create detailed, customized templates for consistent, accurate, and efficient reporting. This enhancement saves time โณ, improves precision ๐ฏ, and ensures smoother issue management tailored to your workflow. ๐
Thank you for your patience, weโre confident this update will significantly enhance your experience! ๐
๐Bug fix: Confluence spaces not listed in rule action๐
When selecting a Confluence space in a rule action, the spaces were not listed in the dropdown.
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Spaces now load correctly for the selected instance.
๐Fix for page ID search in Confluence new editor actions ๐๐
We have resolved an issue where users were unable to find results when searching or copy-pasting page IDs in Confluence rule actions. โ This fix ensures that page ID searches now return accurate results as expected. ๐
๐Bug fix: Image attachments in Wiki renderer fields๐
Images attached via the attachments dropdown in a wiki renderer field were breaking when published on Confluence DC, while images uploaded via the browse button worked fine.
Fix:
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Images now display correctly in Confluence.
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Both uploaded and existing attachments work seamlessly.
๐คนโโ๏ธ Custom variables now supported in AI rule action ! โจ
You can now use custom variables in JQL for AI rule actions. This lets you pinpoint exact issues by matching values to specific Jira fields, just like in your templates.
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๐๐ Track Template Edit History (Advanced Edition) ๐
Users can now track template edit history with the new โTemplate Historyโ icon on the Templates page. This feature allows you to view who made changes and when, helping you stay informed about template updates. Enhance your template management workflow with the ne feature. โจ
๐Audit history for app configurations ๐
We are now maintaining the ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ audit history of app configuration changes. Whenever updates are made to settings such as integrations, SMTP, ๐ date formats, or other app configurations, the system will now log details, including the previous and new values, ๐ timestamp, and the ๐ค user who made the change. This ensures better tracking and transparency.
๐Enhanced Rule Action UI with New โAdd Actionโ Pop-Up ๐จ๐
We've redesigned the rule action UI to improve usability! Now, only added actions are displayed as cards with clear icons, names, and templates. You can drag to reorder actions, and changes auto-save. Plus, a new โAdd Actionโ button brings up a pop-up for easy action selection. This update also introduces a card-style rule details section and a streamlined design across rule actions. ๐
๐Flexible Grouping Options for Jira Fields
Weโre introducing customizable grouping behavior for Jira fields! Users can now choose between โGroup-by combinationโ or โGroup-by individual valuesโ for issue grouping. This enhancement allows issues belonging to multiple values to be repeated in separate groups, offering more flexibility in organizing your data.
Existing JQL sections will default to "Group-by combination," ensuring no changes to current outputs. Enjoy improved control over how you view and manage your issues! ๐
๐Trim Leading & Trailing Spaces in Wiki Fields ๐
For multiline fields utilizing a wiki-styled renderer, automatic leading and trailing empty spaces were previously added. Users now have the option to eliminate these empty spaces by enabling the โTrim leading & trailing spacesโ setting for such fields. This feature can be accessed within the field-level configuration in the JQL section.
๐๐ Track Template Edit History in the Database
Template edit logs will now be maintained in the database, capturing details like old and new values, timestamps, and the user who made the changes. This feature ensures a complete history of template modifications.
๐๐ฏ Multi-Select Custom Variable ๐
This new feature enhances the release note generation process by allowing users to select multiple custom variable options while publishing the release notes.
Instead of being limited to a single select custom variable, users can now choose multiple components using a multi-select dropdown.
๐Open AI Account Integration Simplified
Weโve introduced new AI integration settings for cloud apps, allowing users to either connect their own Open AI account or disable AI features across the app to comply with their organizationโs AI security policies.
Users can also select Open AI models (gpt-3.5-turbo, gpt-4-turbo, gpt-4o) when connecting their own account.
For DC apps, weโve added an "Enable AI features" toggle and Open AI model selection to streamline AI integrations. All API keys are securely encrypted and stored.
This feature is available exclusively in the 'Advanced Edition' of the ARNR App. Contact us for more information.
๐๐ ๏ธ New Editing Options in JQL Section
Now available in the JQL section editors: indent tools, horizontal lines, images, and hyperlinks. These features are accessible in HTML-type templates and the ARN helper app, giving users more flexibility to customize their content.
๐Custom Variable Help Text for Better Clarity
You can now add and view helpful descriptions for custom variables directly below the input fields on the template and rule preview screens. Hover over long descriptions to see the full details, ensuring smoother and clearer user input.
๐Custom Variable Value Display Issue in Logs Resolved ๐ง
Fixed an issue where custom variables with default values were not displaying correctly in the logs tab under the variable/title column.
๐Trigger actions on release day with N days set to 0. ๐
The rule trigger โSchedule before N number of days of a releaseโ now lets you trigger actions on release day. Just set 'before daysโ to '0'.
๐New Daily Standup Report template for better team tracking! ๐๐
Weโve introduced a new template in the gallery for Daily Standup Reports, designed to enhance team status tracking. This template organizes your teamโs progress by displaying issues assigned to each member in To-Do, Doing, and Done categories. For each issue, the report shows the issue key and summary, providing a concise snapshot of the teamโs workload and progress during a sprint.
This feature helps you easily monitor tasks and manage team performance more effectively. The layout is clean and sequential, ensuring that all essential information is accessible at a glance, making your daily standups more efficient.
๐๐ง New Email Templates: Release, Version, Sprint, and Support Reports ๐
We are introducing these four Email templates in the template gallery
Release planning report
Version workload report
Sprint review report
Weekly customer support report
๐Customize ARNR Calendar titles and see project legends! ๐๏ธโจ
You can now customize the title of your ARNR Calendar gadget for better organization on your dashboards. A new "Name" field has been added, allowing you to set a unique title that reflects the specific projects within the gadget.
Additionally, we've added project legends directly on the calendar. The project key will now appear on each release strip, making it easy to identify which project corresponds to which color. These updates improve usability across all dashboard layouts.
๐Enhanced bar chart customization with series colors, titles, and labels ๐จ๐
This update enhances user control over bar chart presentation by introducing several customization options:
Improved Customization: Users can now adjust series colors, titles, label positions, and grid lines to better match their data visualization needs and aesthetic preferences.
Dynamic Chart Titles: Users can include or exclude a chart title dynamically, providing flexibility in how charts are presented and making reports more informative and aligned with the content.
Enhanced Clarity: Options for customizing X-axis and Y-axis titles and label formats improve the readability and relevance of the chart, making it easier for users to interpret data at a glance.
Consistent Appearance: Existing charts maintain their current look unless explicitly updated, ensuring that past reports remain unchanged unless users decide to modify them.
๐Custom variable defaults now apply for automated triggers ๐
Default values for custom variables are now applied when templates are triggered via automated rules. This update ensures that automated triggers (e.g., version release, scheduled at interval, etc.) use the default values for custom variables, aligning with manual trigger behavior. If a default value is empty, no value will be used.
๐Webhook enhancements now support POST requests and secure URL updates! ๐
The โWebhookโ trigger just got better with these changes!
Support for POST requests: Now, rule webhooks support POST requests, letting you add version, sprint, or custom variables within the request body. You can also view and copy the variable list in JSON format.
Variable query parameters: GET requests still work, with variables dynamically added to the URL as query parameters.
Ability to update webhook URL: Now, you can update the 'webhook' of a rule anytime with the 'Regenerate URL' action. Just click it to get a new, secure URL. Remember, once you regenerate, the old URL won't work anymore.
Enhanced security: The new webhook URLs that get generated for a rule have enhanced security.
๐Fixed multiline fields in Slack templates for plain text. ๐ ๏ธ
Fixed: Adding multiline fields in JQL section in Slack templates. Works great with plain text now, but rich text elements might not display perfectly due to Slackโs message builder limitations.
๐Direct JQL section edits without navigating main template code. โจ
The enhancement of editing capabilities for JQL section elements, such as the source code of sequential layout, title, description, table properties, and color picker for font colors, has been achieved. Previously, these features were inaccessible due to opening in a pop-up over the JQL section's own pop-up. Users were constrained to customize these settings by delving into the main template's source code, a challenging task for the average user. Now, users can directly customize these elements without the need to navigate through the main template's source code.
๐Improved Table of Contents (TOC) feature in PDF templates ๐
We spruced up the Table of Contents (TOC) feature in PDF templates. Now you can create TOC with stylish bullet and leader styles. You can also create a two columns layout. Give it a try!
๐Add an "End page" to PDF templates in ARN ๐
You can now add a last page for PDF templates in ARN. Just like the โTitle pageโ, the new โEnd page" setting in advanced settings allows you to add content, images, variables, and even a background image to the ending page of your PDF template.
๐New ARNR variable 'confluencePageId' added for Confluence page actions. ๐
You can now use the new ARNR variable - confluencePageId, just like the confluencePageURL variable. It gives you the 'Page Id' of a Confluence page created or updated using the confluence rule action.
๐Introducing ARN dashboard with some cool widgets to track app usage ๐
Introducing our awesome new ARN dashboard! Now you can effortlessly track your app usage with our new tab. We've included cool features like Top 5 templates, Top 5 rules, and Rule execution status in the last 90 days. Take a peek and let us know what else you want to monitor for your ARN app!
๐Introducing our new template gallery with ready-to-use reports ๐
Hey folks, we're excited to announce the arrival of our brand new template gallery! It's got a bunch of ready-to-use templates like sprint review reports, release planning reports, and weekly customer support reports. We've even added some release note templates for Confluence and MS PowerPoint. And this is just the beginning, we'll be adding more reports in the coming months. Let us know if there are any specific reports you'd like to see. Stay tuned.
๐Rules tab improved with new columns, icons, and customization options. ๐ช
Now the rules tab looks and works even better! Three new columns have been added to the rule listing table to track more information about your templates.
Last used: Displays the date of its last execution,
Actions: Shows list of actions added to the rule.
Last modified date: Indicates the date of its last update.
Last modified by: Shows the user who last modified the rule.
Enable: Now, you can enable or disable a rule from the rule listing itself.
You can also select which columns to display from the column selector, and the rule trigger and actions are now shown as icons.
๐Templates tab improved with new columns, icons, and customization options. ๐ช
Now the templates tab looks and works even better! Three new columns have been added to the template listing table to track more information about your templates.
Last used: Displays the date of its last use,
Used in: Shows how many rule actions it has been utilized in,
Last modified date: Indicates the date of its last update.
You can also select which columns to display from column selector, and the template type and level are now shown as icons.
๐View all template types in one place when creating new templates - ๐
Check out all the template types in one place when creating a new template. It's super easy to see what options are available and keep track of any new types that have been added.
๐Bug fixed where email actions with large file names got stuck ๐
There was a bug where email actions that have attachments with โlargeโ file names would get stuck within the โIn-progressโ status. It has been fixed now.
๐Fix for image display issue in Confluence pages ๐ ๏ธ
In case of 'Publish to confluence (with new editor)' rule action, there were specific scenarios in which the images from wiki-styled multiline field were not displayed correctly in the output confluence page. We have fixed the potential root causes of this issue in this release.
๐คนโโ๏ธ Added the 'Template gallery widget' on the dashboard ๐
Check out the awesome new addition to our dashboard - the Template Gallery! Each time you visit the dashboard, you'll be greeted with a random template from our gallery. It's a great way to stay up-to-date with the latest templates. Keep exploring the gallery to make the most of our app!
๐คนโโ๏ธ We gave the ARN app a fancy new name: ARNR! Why?
Hey there! Your favorite 'Automated release notes (ARN)' app just got a makeover! We've renamed it to 'Automated release notes & reports (ARNR)'. This means it's not just about release notes anymore. You can generate reports for all your Jira data. From monthly PDF work reports to daily Slack status updates and even quarterly review PowerPoint presentations - automate it all with your ARNR templates. Enjoy!
๐[ARN free app] System upgrade complete, now Java 17 compatible! ๐
Introducing a major system upgrade, now fully compatible with Java 17. This aligns our backend tech with current standards and enables faster enhancements for upcoming releases.
๐Introducing 'AI generator' macro for ARN templates! โจ
Introducing the 'AI generator' macro for ARN templates! Let the AI do its thing with your prompts, JQL, and Jira fields to generate a summary of all your changes. Impress your team with fancy release notes and get creative with customizable prompts. Let the magic begin!
๐Bug fixed: custom variable values now replace in templates. ๐
There was a bug where values of custom variables were not getting replaced within templates when a rule is triggerred. This has been resolved now.
๐Resolved inconsistent spacing in JQL section macro output with group-by field. ๐
We've resolved an issue related to inconsistent spacing in the output of a single-line field from the JQL section macro, particularly noticeable when a group-by field is utilized in the JQL section configuration.
๐Choose the starting day of the week for your ARN calendar ๐๏ธ
You can now choose which day of the week you want your calendar to start on in Jira. Just go to the calendar tab or the ARN calendar gadget, and select either Monday or Sunday from the provided options.
๐Default values for custom variables in JQL validations and previews. ๐ก
Now you can set a default value for custom variables. This value will be used for JQL validations and shown on template and rule preview screens. This means you can use custom variables with default Jira fields (like issue key and components) in your JQLs. And guess what? The default values even show up on the template and rule preview screens. So if you're using the same values over and over, just set them as defaults and save yourself some time.
๐Bug fixed: Users can now add new options to 'Single select' custom variables. ๐
Users were not able to add new options to the existing โSingle selectโ type of custom variables. We have now fixed this issue.
๐The 'Integrations' tab error in ARN's App configurations screen has been resolved. ๐ ๏ธ
Some users encountered an error when trying to access the 'Integrations' tab within the App configurations screen of ARN. This issue hindered them from viewing or modifying integration settings. However, it has now been resolved.
๐Rule action logs- Security issue fixes ๐
We have worked on some security enhancements associated with rule action logs.
๐Markdown templates- Security issue fixes ๐
We have worked on some security enhancements associated with markdown templates.
๐Introducing AI-powered release notes generation โจ
Introducing an AI-powered release notes generator! This tool allows you to effortlessly create release notes using AI for multiple issues with relevant prompts.
Furthermore, a new rule action has been added to generate AI-based release notes and attach them to Jira issues. You can also utilize other rule actions within the same rule to seamlessly publish these release notes. ๐ Bid farewell to laborious tasks and welcome more free time for the things that truly count!
Connect your OpenAI account & try it now! Know more.
๐Customize text spacing in templates effortlessly ๐
Enhance the appearance of your template output with the new 'Line Height' plugin in the template editor. This feature allows you to easily adjust the spacing between lines of text, giving you more control over the overall design and presentation of your content.
๐Improved WYSIWYG editor in template builders for smoother editing experience! ๐ช
We've made upgrades to the WYSIWYG editor in the template builders. Fixes include: preserving trailing and leading spaces when applying inline styling to text, resolving difficulty in editing within bullet/numbered lists, and fixing the issue of getting stuck when removing a list item. Enjoy a smoother editing experience!
๐Fixed: Issue with special characters in slack templates ๐
A bug existed that prevented certain special characters and spaces within specific Jira fields, such as the 'Parent' field, from being correctly reproduced in the output of Slack templates. The issue has been resolved.
๐New "Users" plugin for release notes: give shoutouts and highlight team members ๐๐
We've got a cool new addition to our release notes template - a custom plugin called "Users". Now you can give a shoutout to our awesome team members who made our release a success. You can also highlight users working on crucial bug fixes or customers who gave us great ideas for new features.
๐Add title pages to PDF templates. ๐
You can now add a title page for PDF templates in ARN. The "Enable title page" setting in advanced settings allows you to add content, images, variables, and even a background image.
๐Fixed issue with missing data in Jira fields with question marks. ๐
Fixed an issue where Jira fields with question marks in their names were not returning data in sequential layout when used in templates.