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Dutch Language Support
LightNotes now speaks Dutch! Full localization for our friends in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Enhanced Markdown Lists
We've significantly improved list support in markdown:
- Nested lists - Create multi-level bullet points with proper indentation
- Mixed list types - Combine bullets, numbers, and checkboxes seamlessly
- Better formatting - Lists now display with improved spacing and alignment

Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed performance issues with markdown rendering
- Resolved threading warnings for better stability
- Improved overall app responsiveness
- Enhanced text parsing accuracy

Quality of Life
- Smoother editing experience
- More reliable markdown preview
- Better handling of complex documents
- Consistent formatting across all note types

Supported Languages
LightNotes is now available in 10 languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, and Hindi

Thank you for using LightNotes! Your privacy-first notes app that works offline, with no ads or tracking.

Preparing for iOS 26 Liquid Glass Design

  This update adapts MinimalNotes for Apple's upcoming iOS 26 Liquid Glass
  design system. Following official Apple guidelines, the app is now ready
  to automatically transform with beautiful new visual effects when iOS 26
  is released.

  What's New:

  LIQUID GLASS READY
  • All UI components updated to use native system styles
  • Buttons migrated to .borderedProminent for automatic iOS 26
  transformation
  • Enhanced toolbar organization with proper grouping
  • Modern animations and transitions throughout the app
  • Seamless preparation for future iOS updates

  IMPROVED INTERFACE
  • Fixed Settings screen layout - version label no longer overlaps
  • Better visual hierarchy and touch targets
  • Refined button styles for improved visibility
  • Enhanced onboarding experience with smoother animations
  • Native iOS components for authentic Apple feel

  BUG FIXES
  • Settings version display now properly positioned
  • Improved layout stability across all screens
  • Better accessibility and touch target sizing

  BACKWARD COMPATIBLE
  • Works perfectly on iOS 16.0 and later
  • All features available on current iOS versions
  • No breaking changes to existing functionality

  Previous Updates:

  MULTI-LINE NOTE TITLES
  Your note titles now wrap naturally across multiple lines, making it
  easier to read longer titles at a glance.

  VISUAL BACKGROUND STYLES
  Choose between dotted, lined, or plain backgrounds with an intuitive
  visual picker. See exactly how your note will look before selecting.

  ENHANCED TYPOGRAPHY
  Full Dynamic Type support ensures perfect readability at any text size you
   prefer.

  Core Features:

  SIMPLE & ELEGANT
  MinimalNotes is designed for quick note-taking without distractions. Clean
   interface, smooth animations, and intuitive controls.

  MARKDOWN SUPPORT
  Format your notes with bold, italic, headers, lists, and links using
  simple Markdown syntax.

  CUSTOMIZABLE THEMES
  Choose from beautiful color palettes including Ocean, Cream, Lavender, and
   Mint themes.

  BACKGROUND STYLES
  Select dotted, lined, or plain backgrounds to match your note-taking
  style.

  SECURE & PRIVATE
  • Passcode protection with Face ID/Touch ID support
  • Adjustable auto-lock timeout
  • Your notes stay private on your device
  • No cloud sync means complete privacy

  POWERFUL ORGANIZATION
  • Sort notes by creation date, modified date, or title
  • Quick search to find notes instantly
  • Swipe actions for fast editing and deletion

  BUILT FOR iOS
  • Native SwiftUI design
  • Smooth 60fps animations
  • Optimized for all iPhone sizes
  • Dark mode support
  • Haptic feedback
  • Full accessibility support

  Perfect for students, professionals, writers, or anyone who values
  simplicity and privacy in their note-taking app.

  Download MinimalNotes today and experience distraction-free note-taking.

This update brings significant enhancements to make LightNotes more accessible and reliable for all users.

Accessibility & Display
• Full Dynamic Type support - text now scales properly with your iOS text
  size settings
• Improved readability across all screens and note views
• Better support for users with visual accessibility needs

Markdown Enhancements
• Fixed checkbox rendering - checkboxes now display as proper visual elements
• Improved header formatting - all header levels render correctly
• Enhanced inline code visibility with proper background highlighting
• Fixed bold and italic text combinations
• Better handling of horizontal rules and block quotes

Security & Stability
• Resolved Face ID/Touch ID authentication loop when auto-lock is set to "immediately"
• Improved error handling for better stability
• Enhanced security for locked notes

Language Support
• Updated Hindi localization with complete translations
• Improved translations across all 9 supported languages

Performance
• Faster note loading and searching
• Reduced memory usage
• Smoother scrolling in long notes
• Optimized markdown parsing engine

Thank you for using LightNotes. We're committed to making it the best note-taking app for your iPhone.

New Orange Theme
- Express yourself with our warm and vibrant Orange theme - perfect for creative minds who love energetic colors.

Hindi Language SupportLightNotes now speaks Hindi! Full support for हिन्दी with beautifully crafted translations.

Performance & Stability
• Fixed critical issues for rock-solid stability
• Improved memory management
• Enhanced Core Data reliability
• Smoother scrolling and animations

Bug Fixes
• Notes with empty titles now display "Untitled" correctly
• Fixed note preview updates after editing
• Resolved keyboard dismissal issues
• Improved error handling throughout the app

What's New in Version 1.1

Enhanced Security
• Added passcode protection with 4-digit PIN
• Face ID and Touch ID support for quick access
• Secure your personal notes with multiple layers of protection

Beautiful Onboarding Experience
• New interactive onboarding flow for first-time users
• Discover all app features through guided steps
• Elegant animations and thoughtful design

Improved Localization
• Full support for 8 languages: English, Spanish, Russian, Japanese,
German, French, Korean, and Portuguese (Brazil)
• All UI elements properly localized including security features

Bug Fixes & Improvements
• Fixed background styles not displaying correctly in edit mode
• Resolved localization issues with edit, share, and delete buttons
• Fixed visual glitch with white bar at bottom of edit screen
• Improved theme consistency across all screens
• Better color adaptation for lock screen elements

Thank you for using LightNotes! We're committed to making your
note-taking experience simple, secure, and delightful

Bug Fixes & Improvements

  • Interface Localization — Fixed an issue where edit, delete, and share
  buttons in the note menu were not properly localized. All interface
  elements now correctly display in your selected app language.

  • Editor Background Styles — Restored background style functionality
  (lines, dots, standard) when creating and editing notes. The background
  style selected in settings now properly displays in the editor.

  • Improved Stability — Minor fixes to enhance overall app stability.