Foxit PDF Reader Version History

Release Date: September 26, 2024

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.3.0.26795

• New features and enhancements for AI Assistant

  • Smart PDF Commands – Automatically execute the associated commands in Foxit PDF Reader based on users’ inputs that indicate what tasks they want to perform.

  • Move the AI Assistant button to the end of the ribbon tabs for easy access to the feature.

  • Allow purchasing additional quotas to use the AI features after consuming all the free quota.

  • Provide automatic document analysis and enhancements in document translation.

  • Add buttons for customer feedback on AI responses and provide optimizations such as faster loading speed, improved accuracy of AI responses, and the adjustable width of the AI Assistant panel.

• Support HKSCS (Hong Kong Supplementary Character Set) coded in ISO 10646.

• Provide settings for more security control when opening non-PDF attachments.

• Other enhancements to the user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.3.0.26795

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: August 9, 2024

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.2.3.25184

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: May 24, 2024

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.2.2.25170

• Addressed a potential issue where the application could be exposed to hidden dangers lurking in common tools when opening certain PDFs that include the Launch File action, which attackers could exploit to deceive users into executing harmful commands. This appears in the security warning dialog box as it shows “OK” as the default selected option, which may cause users to habitually click “OK” without understanding the potential risks involved.

• Fixed other security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: May 17, 2024

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.2.1.25153

• Fixed some stability issues.

Release Date: April 28, 2024

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Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.2.0.25138

• Some enhancements to the user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.2.0.25138

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: March 5, 2024

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.1.0.23997

• Enhanced integration with ChatGPT to make end users more productive

  • Document Translation – Automatically translate entire documents into the desired target language, offering you seamless and efficient translation of your documents with just a few clicks.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2024.1.0.23997

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: November 22, 2023

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New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 2023.3.0.23028

• Enhanced integration with ChatGPT to make end users more productive

  • Content Translation - Translating selected text into corresponding languages. Maximum 2000 characters per prompt, 50 prompts for free per user per day.

  • Document Q & A - Have a conversation with PDF and answer user questions based on PDF content. This service is free up to 50 prompts/questions per user per day.

  • Content Explanation - AI-powered feature that provides concise explanations and definitions for selected text.

  • Spelling and Grammar Correction - AI-powered feature that automatically detects and corrects spelling and grammar errors in your content.

  • More options are added to the existing AI features to help users better interact with the AI Assistant. Users can now specify tones (Formal, Professional, Funny, etc.) for text rewriting.

• Foxit AI Chatbot
  AI-powered customer support tool that utilizes natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to understand user queries and respond with answers. This is particularly useful for assisting users in using a specific function or performing certain tasks in Foxit PDF Reader by providing step-by-step instructions based on Foxit resources, such as Foxit Knowledge Base.

• Simplified eSign workflow (available in Foxit eSign Pro and Enterprise)

  • Maximize your document signing process by utilizing the bulk sending option to send a document to thousands of users simultaneously in just a few clicks.

  • Simplify the sending process by generating an online form from an existing template and distributing the online form via a link to users, allowing users to sign on any device connected to the internet.

  • Customize document branding by changing colors and adding logos to ensure and maintain your company’s brand continuity.

• Enhanced protection with sensitivity labels using Microsoft Azure Information Protection (MSI package only)

  • Support User Defined Permissions (UDP) Labels to let users assign permissions when they apply the sensitivity labels to PDF files, granting users the desired flexibility within the scope of organization’s security policies to improve the productivity.

  • Organization administrator can configure Default Labeling and Mandatory Labeling policies to apply a default label pre-set by the administrator or require users to add a sensitivity label when saving PDF files.

• Enhancements in PDF reviewing and commenting

  • Make or reply to comments on PDF files shared by Foxit PDF Editor in real time.

  • Rotate comments added by the Typewriter, Textbox, and Callout tools at any angle.

  • Optimize the display of floating toolbar for comments to improve the user experience.

• View, navigate, measure, and comment on 3D content in glTF (GL Transmission Format) format in PDF documents.

• Sign and verify digital signatures using the new Hash algorithms in compliance with ISO/TS 32001 and ISO/TS 32002.

• Improve the accessibility features associated with keyboard shortcuts, button identifiers, and object focus to deliver a better user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2023.3.0.23028

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: September 12, 2023

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 2023.2.0.21408

• Integration with ChatGPT to make end users more productive

  • Document Summaries - The OpenAI Summary service uses artificial intelligence to generate a concise and accurate summary of a given text input. It analyzes the content of the text and identifies the most important information to include in the summary, using natural language processing and machine learning algorithms.

  • Document Re-write - The OpenAI rewrite service uses machine learning to automatically paraphrase or rewrite text while maintaining its original meaning. This service is designed to help users generate new content from existing text, such as for content marketing, SEO, or simply to improve the clarity and readability of writing. This service is free up to 100 pages per user per month.

  • AI Chatbot– The OpenAI chatbot service uses natural language processing (NLP) to provide users with detailed responses to their questions in real-time. This service is free up to 50 prompts/questions per user per day.

• Customizable skin and the refreshed look of the title bar

  • Support the customization of the skin color to suit your preferences.

  • Thicken the title bar (sits at the top of the window) and adjust the positions of the items (such as the Search box and File Name) displayed on it, to provide a familiar and intuitive user interface similar to the style of Microsoft 365.
    

• Improve the Fill & Sign feature by allowing customizing the color of drawn/typed signatures and symbols (i.e., checkmarks/cross marks/dots).

• Bookmark enhancements

  • Search for bookmarks in PDFs using keywords to quickly find and navigate to the specific section.

  • Set the default zoom level for pages when creating bookmarks in PDFs.

  • Set and modify the appearances and actions of bookmarks in batch.

  • Provide the “Level Up” and “Level Down” options to move bookmarks one level up or down exactly, to avoid the clumsy manual dragging.
    

• Easier work with comments

  • Paste a comment at the same position on a different page as it is originally cut or copied from.

  • Add more options in the Commenting preferences and optimize the display scheme for the floating toolbar and pop-up note, to help users work easier with comments.

  • Rotate comments added by the Drawing tools at any angle.

• Measure the area of circular objects in PDF files.

• Use Microsoft Edge WebView2 to better display embedded web pages in the application.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 2023.2.0.21408

• Fixed an issue where the uploading of the .admx and .adml files on Intune failed.

• Fixed an issue where the application crash could occur when opening a digitally signed document from File Explorer with a PDF already open in the application.

• Fixed an issue where opening a certain file encrypted by File Open would result in an error prompt.

• Fixed an issue where the filled-in text was compressed and justified left when users filled in form fields in a certain PDF.

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.
  

Release Date: July 19, 2023

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.3.15356:

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: April 19, 2023

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.2.15332:

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: February 21, 2023

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.1.15289:

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: December 13, 2022

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New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.0.15250

• Improved compatibility with Windows 11 UI style 

  • Show the Snap layouts when you hover the mouse over the application window’s maximize button.  

  • Round the window corners of the application’s main window, dialog boxes, and drop-down menus. 

• Commenting enhancements 

  • Change the appearance styles for markup comments easily with more customizable default colors from the redesigned intuitive styles in the Format tab in the right panel. Configure shortcut keys to add or modify comments. 

  • Redesign the handy Mini toolbar (When you select a text markup comment, the Mini toolbar floats right above the comment.), and provide an option to disable/hide the Mini toolbar after the comment creation. 

  • Upon adding a text markup comment, you can quickly enter text for its popup note via the Comment panel (only if the panel is already open) in the navigation pane. And adjust the text markup area after you add the markup in the document.  

• Add an option to the right-click context menu of text, allowing you to quickly look up its definition (provided by Dictionary.com, the world’s leading online dictionary) in your default web browser. 

• Add an option to automatically switch to the Classic or Dark skin according to the default app mode (Light or Dark) set in your Windows system. (Only available for Windows 10 and 11)  

• Set text styles (Bold, Italic, Superscript, etc.) when filling out text form fields that allow rich text formatting.  

• Add an option to print the current page for each opened PDF file in batch print.  

• Other enhancements to the user experience.  

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.1.0.15250

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: November 8, 2022

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.0.2.12465:

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: July 29, 2022

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.0.1.12430:

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: June 28, 2022

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 12.0.0.12394

• Offer improved user interface for better usability with new fonts, distinct colors for icons and backgrounds, and more, and better software accessibility for users using keyboard controls and screen readers.

• Enhancements in PDF reviewing or commenting

  • Export selected comments as an FDF or XFDF file.

  • Import and export all comments in XFDF format.

  • Filter and sort comments by color.

  • Edit and reply to comments from the Comments panel to help users quickly collaborate with reviewers.

• Add a Search box in the Preferences dialog box to enable you to find a preference option quickly.

• Enhance EUTL certificate verification by providing the qualified information of EUTL certificates (EU legal information).

• Revert a PDF file to the previously saved version.

• Enhance the 3D view to display cross-sections of 3D objects, and allow users to configure the cross-section properties and camera properties.

• Now supports viewing two documents side by side in the same window to review and compare documents conveniently.

• Split Foxit eSign and Ink Sign to two separate functions in the Ribbon, to better guide users for the required signing functions.

• Support deployment of the software in Microsoft Intune.

• Allow users to update to latest version without admin rights via in-product update with "Automatically install updates" selected in Preferences.

• Other enhancements to the user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 12.0.0.12394

• Fixed some security and stability issues.  Click here for details.

Release Date: May 9, 2022

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.2.53575

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: January 28, 2022

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537

• Foxit eSign Integration (English Only) 

  • The combination with Foxit eSign, a legally-binding electronic signature service, allows you to edit your documents and collect signatures with complete ease. 

  • Electronically self-sign PDFs by placing your created eSignatures to PDF pages, which is as easy as signing a paper document with a pen.

• Move the previous Fill & Sign function into the Foxit eSign tab. 

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 11.2.1.53537

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: October 12, 2021

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 11.1.0.52543

• Add a dark user interface skin, which can be a friendly and useful choice to users who need or prefer a dark theme for the look of the application. 

• Offer a display preference for thin lines in documents to make them more visible. 

• Allow setting page margin before printing PDF files.

• Other enhancements to the user experience.
  

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 11.1.0.52543

• Fixed an issue where Foxit PDF Reader might crash or a file could be corrupted when a user saved a file from ECM after making edits.

• Fixed an issue where Foxit PDF Reader could crash when it launched and opened more than ten files at a time. 

• Fixed an issue where Digital IDs were not displayed in the ID list in the Sign Document dialog box when users placed signatures. 

• Fixed an issue where users could not sign in to Google Drive to open files. 

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: July 27, 2021

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 11.0.1.49938

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: May 25, 2021

New Features and Improvements in Foxit PDF Reader 11.0.0.49893

• The software has been renamed from Foxit Reader to Foxit PDF Reader.

• The user interface is now simpler, clearer, and more intuitive to improve efficiency and productivity.

  • Redesign the overall interface, including icons, the ribbon, and panels, with simple appearances and clear function arrangement.

  • Discard the Arrange tab and Format tab that appear on the ribbon when you annotate. Instead, a Format tab appears in the right panel when you make comments.

  • We now provide the Share function on the File page.

  • The software update workflows have been redesigned to offer tips and guidance, to improve usability.
    

• Support more 3D functions.

  • View PRC format 3D PDF files.

  • Add (2D) comments to a 3D model, or convert 3D measurements to comments.

  • Enhanced the 3D measurement tool with radius measurement support, and provide Snap To options that can help you to precisely position the elements of 3D content you want to measure.

• Digital signature enhancements

  • Support EUTL (European Union Trusted Lists) certificates for convenient signature validation

  • Provide an option to customize the logo (Foxit PDF Editor icon by default) shown on digital signature appearances.
    

• More seamless integration with ECM

  • Various enhancements in SharePoint integration. For example, when saving a PDF document in a SharePoint library that is configured with Content Types, enable users to change the document content type, and access and edit the metadata related to content type. 

• Offers more text patterns (like IBAN and Driving License Number) and countries in the Search panel.

• Adjust the login UI for easier access to your DocuSign account, and allow login using your corporate SSO. 

• Provide more settings for enterprise deployment using GPO (Group Policy) or FCW (Foxit Customization Wizard). 

• Show the number of files contained in the folder in PDF portfolios. Users can work with PDF files directly in the portfolio preview pane.

• (MSI Package Only) Classify and protect with labels in Microsoft Azure Information Protection (AIP)

  • The feature is helpful for enterprises to classify and protect documents by applying labels that are configured by administrators with protection settings such as which people can read and use protected documents.

• Other enhancements to the user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit PDF Reader 11.0.0.49893

• Fixed some stability issues.

Release Date: May 06, 2021

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.1.4.37651

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: March 22, 2021

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.1.3.37598

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: December 9, 2020

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.1.1.37576

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: September 28, 2020

Improvements in Foxit Reader 10.1.0.37527

• Provides an enhanced 3D plugin that delivers new and enhanced features.

  • Easily navigate, view, comment, and measure 3D content through the 3D toolbar or by right-clicking on PDF content.

  • Adds more 3D navigation tools like Spin, Walk, and Fly. 

  • Provides more tools to add 3D comments and measurements.

  • More options to set different visual effects and create different views. 

  • Supports to display 3D PDF files in PRC format.
    

• Streamlines and improves the update process of Reader. 

• Other enhancements to the user experience.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.1.0.37527

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: July 31, 2020

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.0.1.35811

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Release Date: May 6, 2020

New Features and Improvements in Foxit Reader 10.0.0.35798

• Fill & Sign

  • Fill & Sign provides a convenient workflow of filling flat forms (i.e. non-interactive) and quick signing by typing or drawing your signature, or using an image. With the Fill & Sign tools, you can add text and other symbols anywhere on a flat form.

• Better support for 4K and other high-resolution displays.

• Automatically search all instances of a text string and then highlight them.

• More preference options for Advanced Search

  • A new option to make subsequent searches faster by storing a cache of information from PDF files that you search.

  • Support proximity searching, which searches for two or more words that are separated by no more than a certain number of words. The feature is useful when you are looking for concepts that might be expressed by multiple different phrases.

  • More advanced options allow you to find words that share the same word stem of the specified search word, or ignore Asian character width, diacritics, and accents.

• Display all comments in a desired font for better accessibility

  • Users can choose the desired font and font size for all comments in all documents they read, overriding the document’s settings.

• Additional GPO settings for enterprise administration (MSI package only)

  • New capabilities include locking down some additional settings, such as default PDF viewer and ability to create self-signed digital IDs.

• More JavaScript support for complex form workflows.

• Support for using, not creating, the new form fields in PhantomPDF 10

  • Field type support includes barcode, date, and image form fields.

• Multiple enhancements to bookmark editing and reading.

• Multiple enhancements to tag reading.

• Support Hindi Digits to allow you to input numbers in Hindi.

• Foxit Update Server (a separately orderable cloud-based service) provides IT the ability to better manage and automate the software upgrade process and to ensure users upgrade to the exact release that IT has tested, without having to access an external server.

  • Automatically download updates from Foxit servers and make them available on a local network.

  • Automatically approve updates for users to download, or restrict users to only download approved updates.

  • Set times when all users, or specific users/groups, can download updates.

  • Push updates to users, requiring them to install them.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 10.0.0.35798

• Fixed some stability issues.

• PDF creation is not available in Foxit Reader 10.0.

Version 9.7.2.29539

Release Date: April 16, 2020

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.7.2.29539

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.7.1.29511

Release Date: January 16, 2020

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.7.1.29511

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.7.0.29455

Release Date: September 29, 2019

New Features and Enhancements in Foxit Reader 9.7.0.29455

• Allow you to search an embedded index for a single PDF, which makes it much faster to search the document with that index.

• The Standards panel icon automatically appears on the left side of the navigation pane when you open a PDF that is compliant with a standard, giving you a quick way to view the standards information of the PDF.

• Allow you to choose files from Dropbox, Box, and DMSforLegal when creating PDFs.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.7.0.29455

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.6.0.25114

Release Date: July 4, 2019

New Features and Enhancements in Foxit Reader 9.6.0.25114

• PDF index searching
  Search PDF index using Advanced Search, which can greatly speed up searches in PDF files.

• More seamless integration with ECM
  

  • Add an option that allows you to create PDFs from files in SharePoint, Google Drive, and OneDrive.

  • Enhanced integration with Alfresco helps users better manage and share PDF documents.

• Enable you to add Numbered lists to paragraphs when using Typewriter/Callout/Textbox features.

• Enhancements in digital signatures
  

  • Support Long Term Validation (LTV) for digital signatures in PDF, which is useful to ensure the document can be validated at any time in the future.

  • Allow you to create a digital signature in compliance with PAdES standard.

  • Place digital signatures on multiple files.

• Offer improvements in setting a scale ratio and calibrating the measurements in the document.

• Get annotation properties through JS.

• Add an option to scan a paper document to multiple PDF files directly.

• Provide a new-style user interface during the installation of the EXE package.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issue Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.6.0.25114

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.5.0.20723

Release Date: April 16, 2019

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.5.0.20723

• Epona DMSforLegal Integration
  Use Reader to directly open/check out PDF files from Epona DMSforLegal and after making changes save/check them in to Epona DMSforLegal.

• Viewing Article in PDF
  Follow pre-defined PDF article/ article box to allow users to skim through the PDF with articles that arrange text content in multiple columns and/or cross multiple pages like in a print newspaper or magazine, focusing on a specific article and ignoring the rest.

• Smooth Line Art
  Provide an option to smooth lines when viewing a PDF that include CAD drawings, which also makes it faster to open the PDF.

• Add pen and touch support to Reader for Microsoft Surface Pro.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.5.0.20723

• Find & Search optimization

  • Add additional criteria (document properties) in Advanced Search for searches across multiple PDFs and PDF indexes.

  • Sort instances in the search results by date modified, filename, or location when searching files in a folder.

• Signatures and stamps enhancements

  • Customize the appearance of digital signatures by drawing or importing a PDF file of your handwritten signature.

  • Add an option to set the current size of the signature as default when placing a signature with the PDF Sign feature and the ability to place a signature or stamp by simply dragging a rectangle and filling in with the selected signature or stamp proportionally.

• For a PDF digitally signed several times, with the capability to view each signed version of the PDF, you can also view the changes made to each signed version.

• Add shortcut keys for switching quickly between files in the multi-tab reading mode.

• Add an option to auto-detect portrait/landscape when printing PDFs.

• Add JavaScript APIs in more usage scenarios including modifying the user interface, creating/modifying PDFs, and printing.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.5.0.20723

• Fixed an issue where some commenting tools could not work together with the Read Out Loud feature.

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.4.1.16828

Release Date: January 24, 2019

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.4.1.16828

• Fixed some issues where the application could crash when performing the PDF Sign feature.

• Fixed an issue where the application could crash when opening certain XFA forms.

Version 9.4.0.16811

Release Date: January 3, 2019

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.4.0.16811

• For multi-tab browsing in a single application window, you can drag a tab out to create a new window.

• Support Night Mode, which adjusts the screen brightness to reduce eye strain.

• Provide MSP installation package for Reader patch updates.

• Batch print PDFs as well as the attachments on paper.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.4.0.16811

• Retain previous MST settings when upgrading through Foxit Customization Tool (MSI package only).

• Better display Calibrated RGB images.

• Select multiple pages by selecting page thumbnails with “Shift/Ctrl + Arrow” in the Pages panel.

• Batch edit properties of multiple bookmarks from the context menu.

• Apply modified scale ratio to the current page or all pages when measuring objects.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issue Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.4.0.16811

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.3.0.10826

Release Date: September 28, 2018

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.3.0.10826

• Highlight the current reading content when you use Jaws to read a document, which streamlines your PDF workflow.

• Print PDFs using the custom settings in Print Dialog Presets if any. You can view the print dialog presets in the Properties in the File tab.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.3.0.10826

• Add an option to navigate back to SharePoint root folders when choosing from recent folders or accessing a new library that is not in the root folder.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issue Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.3.0.10826

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.2.0.9297

Release Date: July 19, 2018

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297

• Read and interact with PDFs using JAWS
  Enable visually impaired users to read and interact with PDFs using JAWS (Job Access with Speech).

• Export measurement markups
  Export and save measurement markup information in CSV file.

• Check certificate revocation status
  Perform a revocation checking that determines whether the certificate that is used to digitally sign a PDF document has been revoked while validating a digital signature.

• Configure digital ID file
  IT managers can configure which digital ID file is allowed to sign PDF files by users across a highly-regulated organization.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297

• (Available in Foxit Reader (MSI package) only) Allow IT managers to use GPO or XML Editor to deploy more features across the organization, including Protected View, password setting for signature, and more.

• Print contents in pop-up notes right aside the original text.

• Custom date format in build-in dynamic stamps based on the date format in your local computer system.

Issue Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.2.0.9297

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.1.0.5096

Release Date: April 19, 2018

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.1.0.5096

• Read and interact with PDFs by NVDA
  Enable visually impaired users to read and interact with PDFs using NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access).

• Show alternative text when hovering over an image
  For images with an alternative text, show alternative text when you hover your mouse over it to help you understand the image better.

• Create custom dynamic stamp with custom values
  Create custom dynamic stamp with custom values to invoke a prompt window for users to input information while adding a stamp in PDF file.

• Justify comment text
  Justify text while adding Callout and Text Box comments in a PDF.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.1.0.5096

• Deployment enhancements - available in Foxit Reader (MSI package) only
  

  • Use Foxit Customization Tool to embed a registration code in the MST file to enable company-wide registration during installation.

  • Use GPO templates and XML Editor to control Microsoft IRM protection version (including Microsoft IRM V1, Microsoft IRM V2, and Microsoft IRM PFile Protection) for document encryption.

  • Configure the trusted application list using GPO templates or XML Editor to deploy it across the organization.

• Create keyboard shortcuts for the submenus in Foxit Reader ribbon.

• Scale the page content equally based on the specified page size to deliver the best output results during printing.

• Save the search results to PDF or CSV files for further reference.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.1.0.5096

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 9.0.1.1049

Release Date: December 18, 2017

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049

• Online ink signature
  Uploads created ink signatures to Foxit ConnectedPDF Web Services, or downloads ink signatures from the Foxit ConnectedPDF Web Services to sign PDFs across devices.

• OneNote integration
  Enables users to send PDF documents to OneNote quickly within Foxit Reader.

• Protected View
  Provides options to open files originating from the Internet or other potentially unsafe locations in Protected View to protect users’ systems from threats.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049

• Accessibility improvements
  Detects assistive technology installed on the user’s computer and responds to users with prompts for more accessible reading settings, and supports reading on non-standard Windows dialogs for better experiences for vision-impaired users.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.0.1.1049

• Fixed some stability issues.

Version 9.0.0.29935

Release Date: November 1, 2017

New Features in Foxit Reader 9.0.0.29935

• Better accessibility
  Use single key accelerators to access commands or perform some actions, improving the application accessibility to make the reading and working with PDF files more accessible.

• Reflow upon magnification
  Reflow a PDF file to temporarily present it as a single column that is the width of the document pane, which makes the document easier to read when magnified on a standard monitor, without scrolling horizontally to read the text.

• Find Command
  Find a command by typing the command name and bring features to your fingertips with ease.

• Help Center
  Provide a Help Center to help users search and find online help conveniently.

• Advanced protection – available in Foxit Reader (MSI package) only
  

  • Protect your enterprise data using Windows Information Protection (WIP) to guard against the potential data leakage without otherwise interfering with the employee experience.

  • Protect PDF files using the Microsoft PDF V2 IRM Specification.

  • Enhance Foxit RMS protection to make the RMS-protected files compliant with PDF 2.0.

• Support bleed mark and overprint simulation
  

  • Place a bleed mark at each corner of the bleed box to indicate the PDF bleed box boundaries during printing.

  • Simulate overprinting effects for composite output.

• Digital signatures
  

  • Support to export digital IDs to .fdf files.

  • Allow users to specify the font and font size and include the Foxit application version number while designing the appearance of a digital signature.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 9.0.0.29935

• Comment improvements
  

  • Summarize and export the highlighted text to a TXT file.

  • Format the text in the comment pop-up box.

  • Users can now track the comments that require further actions with new comment status – Deferred and Future, and filter comments by the original author.

• Advanced search
  

  • Highlight all the text search results in PDF file.

  • Search for instances that match any of the keywords.

• Streamline the PDF scan process
  Streamline the PDF scan process and allow users to output the scanning results as a new PDF file or append it to an existing PDF file.

• PDF form enhancements
  

  • View and print the 2D barcode in static XFA forms.

  • Retain font properties when copying and pasting text from Microsoft Word into a text form field in Foxit Reader.

  • Allow users to import form data from a CSV file.

• Improve the ConnectedPDF features to provide a better user experience.

• Some other ease of use enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 9.0.0.29935

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.3.2.25013

Release Date: August 26, 2017

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.3.2.25013

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader PDF Printer in version 8.3.1 failed to print certain items normally. 

• Addressed a potential issue where when the application is not running in Safe-Reading-mode, it could be exposed to command injection vulnerability with abusing the app.launchURL JavaScript call to execute a local program. (ZDI-CAN-4724)

• Addressed a potential issue where when the application is not running in Safe-Reading-Mode, it could be exposed to an Arbitrary File Write vulnerability with abusing the this.saveAs function call to drop a file to the local file system. (ZDI-CAN-4518)

• Addressed a potential issue where when the application is not running in Safe-Reading-Mode, it could be exposed to an Arbitrary Write vulnerability with abusing the createDataObject function call to create arbitrary executable file in the local file system.

• Addressed a potential issue where when the application is not running in Safe-Reading-Mode, it could be exposed to command injection vulnerability with abusing the xfa.host.gotoURL function call to open arbitrary executable file. (ZDI-CAN-5030)

Version 8.3.1.21155

Release Date: July 4, 2017

New Features and Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.3.1.21155

• Easy and Secure File-sharing
  Provides a plugin to share your file by generating a file link and sending it via email or to social media, under your full control by advanced settings to share content quickly, easily, and securely.

• Some ease of use enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.3.1.21155

• Fixed some issues that could cause Foxit Reader launch slowly.

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.3.0.14878

Release Date: April 18, 2017

New Features and Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.3.0.14878

• Enhanced comment management
  Users can filter comments by author and status, and check the total number of comments in the Comment panel.

• Add and share inline comments online
  Add inline comments to PDF documents at a specified location to share and discuss with other users online.

• ConnectedPDF enhancements
  The ConnectedPDF Review and ConnectedPDF Protection workflows have been redesigned to provide a better user experience in document review and protection.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.3.0.14878

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.2.1.6871

Release Date: March 1, 2017

Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.2.1.6871

• Provides users with more options on whether to overwrite an existing file when creating PDF files, such as a prompt to rename the PDF file, which improves PDF creation workflow.

• Some other user-friendly enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.2.1.6871

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.2.0.2051

Release Date: January 10, 2017

New Features and Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.2.0.2051

• Share comments and discussions
  Post opinions or ideas on PDF documents in Discussion Board to share and discuss with others.

• Enhanced collaboration with Connected Review
  All comment activities on the PDF document can be viewed at a glance and filtered from a comment dashboard.

• Fast web view support
  Convert files as linearized PDF files that can be opened and viewed even before the whole file is downloaded.

• ECM and Network Drive support
  Preview non-PDF files in SharePoint and popular network drives (Google Drive, OneDrive, Box, and Dropbox) within Reader by automatically converting them to PDF.

• Content Sensitive Help
  Provide feature-based self-help tools that include a “Tell Me More” link that can connect you to a help center and search feature.

• Foxit Cloud Reading
  Provides users with seamless reading experience across platforms and devices.

• All published comments can be synchronized on both desktop and mobile devices during Connected Review, letting you never miss an important message.

• Convert .xps files to PDFs.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.2.0.2051

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.1.4.1208

Release Date: December 12, 2016

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.1.4.1208

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader failed to convert files to PDFs from within the program or via the Windows context menu.

Version 8.1.1.1115

Release Date: November 17, 2016

Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.1.1.1115

• Foxit Archive plugin enhancements
  Improved the workflow when saving changes made in PDF documents in Foxit Archive and enabled users to open non-PDF files in Foxit Archive.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.1.1.1115

• Fixed an issue where a date error could occur when filling in certain PDF forms.

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader could be unresponsive when playing a large embedded video in an RMS-protected PDF.

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader failed to save a PDF document after repeatedly adding large attachments to the PDF.

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.1.0.1013

Release Date: October 18, 2016

New Features in Foxit Reader 8.1.0.1013

• Integrates with Box
  Integration with Box enables users to open PDFs files stored in Box directly from the Open menu, and save files to Box from the Save As menu.

• Foxit Archive integration
  Integrates with Foxit Archive, which is a secure, cloud-based, document management solution. Users can check in and out PDFs in Foxit Archive for easier document collaboration through Foxit Reader.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.1.0.1013

• Annotating enhancements
  Improved the workflow of all annotation tools, and allow users to change statuses of the annotations made by others in a shared review.

• Supports JavaScript form submission actions.

• Allow ConnectedPDF document owners to allow or disallow other users to start Connected Reviews or create new versions.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.1.0.1013

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.0.2.805

Release Date: August 8, 2016

New Features in Foxit Reader 8.0.2.805

• Use ADAL (Active Directory Authentication Library) authentication to log into RMS in Foxit Reader (Enterprise Packaging) to open/decrypt PDFs without requiring the installation of the Microsoft Online Services Sign-in Assistant.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.0.2.805

• Provides improvements to the ConnectedPDF feature as well as several user experience enhancements.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.0.2.805

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 8.0.0.624

Release Date: June 27, 2016

New Features in Foxit Reader 8.0.0.624

• ConnectedPDF-More than PDF

  • Create a ConnectedPDF document

  • Register a new version of a ConnectedPDF document

  • Request a file

  • Configure Permissions

  • Join a connected review without any third-party server

  • Control document data and settings on the Document Homepage

  • Manage file access history and messages with the Personal Homepage

• Dropbox integration

• Supports Touch Mode when working on touch-screen devices.

• Convert .msg files (emails) to PDF using the right-click context menu in Windows Explorer.

• Add an option to automatically save PDF documents at regular intervals in case of system crash or power failure.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 8.0.0.624

• RMS security enhancements (Enterprise Packaging only).

• Preserve formatting when copying tables from PDFs.

• View custom metadata in PDF.

• Print PDF sections/pages directly from selected bookmark(s).

• Support for SharePoint 2016 version.

• Cut, delete and move multiple bookmarks at a time.

• Pin the most used SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox folders to the File > Open/Save As panels in Foxit Reader for easy access.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 8.0.0.624

• Fixed some security and stability issues. Click here for details.

Version 7.3.4.311

Release Date: March 16, 2016

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.3.4.311

• Fixed an issue where a PDF was not recognized or corrupted when opened.

• Fixed an issue where form calculation did not work properly if an amount field has a decimal fraction.

• Fixed security issues. Click here for details.

Version 7.3.0.118

Release Date: January 20, 2016

New Features in Foxit Reader 7.3.0.118

• OneDrive and Google Drive integration

• Word count

• Time stamps

• Sign with certificate

• Scroll lock

Improvements in Foxit Reader 7.3.0.118

• PDF sign improvements

• Microsoft Office 2016 support

• XFA form enhancement

• Vertical split view

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.3.0.118

• Fixed a security issue where the application could crash unexpectedly when converting certain image with incorrect image data.

• Fixed a security issue where the application could crash unexpectedly when parsing certain PDF files that contain a malformed image inside a stream object.

• Fixed a security issue where the application could be exposed to a remote code execution vulnerability due to a JBIG2 Out-of-Bounds Read.

• Fixed a security issue where the application could be exposed to the XFA FormCalc Replace Integer Overflow Vulnerability.

Version 7.2.8.1124

Release Date: November 27, 2015

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.2.8.1124

• Fixed some issues to improve the user experience.

Version 7.2.2.0929

Release Date: October 8, 2015

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.2.2.0929

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader could not be set as the default PDF reader in Windows 10.

• Fixed an issue where users could encounter an improper argument error intermittently when trying to open, view, close, or work on a PDF file with Foxit Reader.

• Fixed a handle leak issue to improve the performance and reliability.

• Fixed a security issue where the application could be exposed to Use-After-Free Vulnerability when executing print() or referencing App after closing the document.

• Fixed a security issue where the application could crash unexpectedly due to recursive reference.

Version 7.2.0.722

Release Date: July 29, 2015

New Features in Foxit Reader 7.2.0.722

• Join Cloud-based Shared Review

• Pattern Search

• Set Enhanced Security Settings in Preferences

• Snap Measurements

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.2.0.722

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader could not open PDF files in Internet Explorer.

• Fixed a security issue where memory corruption may occur when opening certain XFA forms, which could lead to a controlled crash execution.

• Fixed an issue where “Foxit Reader” folder was reserved after clean uninstallation in 32-bit OS.

Version 7.1.5.425

Release Date: April 28, 2015

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.1.5.425

• Fixed a security issue where memory corruption may occur when verifying the digital signatures. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute a controlled crash.

• Fixed a security issue where memory corruption may occur when parsing a PDF file that contains an invalid stream.

Version 7.1.0.306

Release Date: March 9, 2015

New Features in Foxit Reader 7.1.0.306

• Page Navigation in Web Browser by URL Parameters

• Add Bulleted Lists in Free Text Annotations

• PPDF (Pfile-based PDF) File Encryption (Enterprise Reader Only)

Improvements in Foxit Reader 7.1.0.306

• Shared Review Enhancement

• PDF Stamp Improvements

• Save and Share Custom Annotation Colors

• Preview Signatures and Stamps before Application

• Streamline PDF Scanning Workflow

• Extend the Usage of GPO Templates (Enterprise Reader Only)

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.1.0.306

• Fixed an issue where the application interface became fuzzy in higher DPI.

• Fixed an issue where users could not join the shared review of RMS protected files with Foxit Reader.

• Fixed a security issue where memory corruption may occur when converting a GIF file with an invalid value in Ubyte Size in its DataSubBlock Structure, which could lead to a controlled crash execution.

Version 7.0.6.1126

Release Date: December 1, 2014

New Features in Foxit Reader 7.0.6.1126

• DPI-aware Application

• PPDF (Pfile-based PDF) File Decryption (Enterprise Reader Only)

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.0.6.1126

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader failed to remain as the default PDF viewer after update in Windows 8.

• Fixed an issue where a wrong message was prompted during custom scan.

Version 7.0.3.916

Release Date: September 24, 2014

New Features in Foxit Reader 7.0.3.916

• Shared Review for Desktop and Mobile Users

• 2D Barcode Displaying

• Optimized PCL Printing

• Free-form Annotation with PSI (Pressure Sensitive Ink)

• Bi-directional Language Support

• Signature Verification on XFA Forms

• Friendly Ribbon Customization

• Stronger Security from RMS Plugin (Enterprise Only)

• Create PDFs with RMS Encryption (Enterprise Only)

Improvements in Foxit Reader 7.0.3.916

• Text Copy with Formatting Maintained

• SharePoint Network Drive Support

• GPO Improvement (Enterprise Only)

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 7.0.3.916

• Fixed the critical issues on Microsoft Touch Screen where:
   1) Users cannot exit Full Screen Mode;
   2) Users cannot bring out the context menu by tap-and-hold;
   3) Users cannot move up or down the annotation objects.

• Fixed an issue where an error prompted when users emailed a file with CJK characters in the file name if Windows locale was set to English.

Version 6.2.1.0618

Release Date: July 1, 2014

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.2.1.0618

• Updates Foxit’s compatibility with the Microsoft IRM extension for PDF Specification.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.2.1.0618

• Fixed an issue where the application may suffer security vulnerabilities when reading and displaying filenames and their paths on the “Recent Documents” section from the Start Page.

Version 6.2.0.0429

Release Date: May 4, 2014

New Features in Foxit Reader 6.2.0.0429

• PDF/A File Notification.

• Foxit Plugin Platform.

• SCUP Catalog for Automatic Application Updates.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.2.0.0429

• UX Improvement.

• Controls Operations to Toolbars by GPO template.

• Word-to-PDF Conversion with Document Properties Maintained.

• Supports Windows Embedded Standard 7.

• Enables SharePoint Plugin by Default without Registry Entry.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.2.0.0429

• Fixed an issue where the application may crash when creating custom dynamic stamps.

Version 6.1.4.0217

Release Date: February 20, 2014

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.1.4.0217

• Fixed an issue where large videos embedded in PDF files cannot be played after files are encrypted.

• Fixed a security issue where Foxit Reader tried to load imgseg.dll, which could be exploited.

Version 6.1.2.1224

Release Date: December 26, 2013

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.1.2.1224

• Improves the compatibility of converted PDFs, allowing users to open converted PDFs with greater accuracy and more smoothly than other PDF products.

• Enhances the conversion function, making the converted contents clearer and sharper.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.1.2.1224

• Fixed an issue where the Comment tools do not work when using the mouse with inverted buttons (for left-handed people).

• Fixed an issue where text cannot be typed immediately after a new Typewriter comment is created when the Ribbon is minimized.

Version 6.1.1.1031

Release Date: November 1, 2013

New Features in Foxit Reader 6.1.1.1031

• Area Highlight

• Signature Protection

• Simplified Scanning Process

• SharePoint Integration Enhancement

• Extensive Find & Search

• “.CSV” Support for Form Export

• Easier File Attaching and Appending

• “Black and White” PDF Conversion

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.1.1.1031

• UI Improvements

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.1.1.1031

• Fixed an issue where the Foxit plugin was not adopted by default in Firefox and Chrome browsers.

Version 6.0.5.0618

Release Date: July 1, 2013

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.0.5.0618

• Fixed an issue where users using the Windows Explorer Preview Pane in the Open File dialog could not use arrow keys to navigate PDF files.

• Fixed an issue where users using the Windows Explorer Preview Pane in the Open File dialog could not select the name of a file/folder by typing the first few letters.

Version 6.0.3.0524

Release Date: May 27, 2013

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.0.3.0524

• Added the option of switching back to classic mode in Ribbon mode.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 6.0.3.0524

• Fixed a bug where Microsoft Office Apps will crash after the Reader installation.

• Fixed a bug of Foxit Reader & Windows encrypted file system.

Version 6.0.2.0413

Release Date: April 16, 2013

New Features in Foxit Reader 6.0.2.0413

• PDF Creation

• Ribbon-Based Toolbar

• Read and Search PDF Portfolios

• Whitelist Trusted URLs for Form Submission

• Create and Insert Stamps

• PDF Sign

• Plug-in Manager

Improvements in Foxit Reader 6.0.2.0413

• Comments Summary

• Booklet Printing

• Run Script Right Control

Version 5.4.5.0114

Release Date: January 17, 2013

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.4.5.0114

• Fixed a security issue where attackers can exploit a web browser plugin vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Version 5.4.3.0920

Release Date: September 26, 2012

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.4.3.0920

• Fixed a security issue where the insecure application loading libraries could be exploited to attack the application.

Version 5.4.2.0901

Release Date: September 6, 2012

New Features in Foxit Reader 5.4.2.0901

• Supports opening PDF files on Microsoft SharePoint Server and allowing users to seamlessly check out and check in PDF files within Foxit Reader.

• Allows users to easily send, sign and save PDF documents and forms using DocuSign, the industry's most widely used eSignature solution.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.4.2.0901

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader may call and run malicious code in the Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file.

• Fixed an issue where the application cannot remember the last print paper size setting.

• Fixed an issue where certain digital signatures cannot be verified by Foxit Reader.

Version 5.3.1.0606

Release Date: June 11, 2012

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.3.1.0606

• Fixed an issue where some PDFs could not be opened because of a problem with the "loading font" process.

• Fixed an issue with using Hotmail accounts after installing Foxit Reader.

• Fixed an issue where the Foxit Reader plug-in cannot be loaded in Opera and will cause other plug-ins to fail to load.

• Fixed an issue caused by using track point to scroll PDFs on ThinkPads®.

• Fixed an issue where the cursor cannot be moved to the beginning of PDF content when using the short-cut key "Ctrl + Left".

Version 5.3.0.0423

Release Date: May 3, 2012

New Features in Foxit Reader 5.3.0.0423

• Supports viewing RMS-protected PDF files with the dynamic watermark.

• Added the option "Tile Large Pages" to the print dialog box. With this new feature, users can tile pages that are larger than the selected paper size at a specified scale. The whole page content will be divided and printed on pieces of paper.

• Provides users with three update options, allowing users selecting the most appropriate upgrade method according to their requirements.

• Automatically changes the hand tool to the select text tool after moving the cursor to the text content

• Supports controlling preference dialogue with the keyboard shortcuts.

Improvements in Foxit Reader 5.3.0.0423

• Added the option "Read from Current Page" to the Read Out Loud feature, which makes the system read out the PDF content from current page to the end of the file.

• Improved the user interface elements, including arrow comment, Facebook interface, etc.

• Added the toolbar mode switch icon to the toolbar, simplifying user’s manipulation.

• Shows the progress bar before displaying the content when opening the PDFs in the web browser.

• Improved the accuracy of highlight location, enabling the highlight area more agree with the target text.

• In the Full Screen mode, places the toolbar in the location adjusted last time.

• Supports using arrowheads to switch the file tabs when opening multiple PDF files, which is convenient for users when the tabs cannot be arranged in a row.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.3.0.0423

• Fixed an issue where users cannot open the attachments of PDF files in XP and Windows7.

• Fixed an issue where the high screen resolution disordered the layout of the installation interface.

• Fixed an issue where note comments cannot move with the marked content when dragging the scroll bar to view a file.

• Fixed an issue where a large blank area appeared in the toolbar when reading PDF in web browser.

• Fixed an issue where users cannot use the arrow keys to view the search results.

• Fixed an issue where the system executed an action if user typed the shortcut key in the text input box.

• Fixed an issue where users can only selected the Snapshot area in the current visible area.

Version 5.1.3.1201

Release Date: December 7, 2011

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.1.3.1201

• Fixed an issue when opened inside of a web browser and the interface language is switched.

• Fixed an issue where paper size in the Preview Area of the Print Dialogue Box cannot be updated accordingly when using Xerox Printers.

• Fixed an issue when switching the interface language.

• Fixed an issue where the Paper Drawer cannot be changed to Cassette when printing.

• Fixed an issue when opening certain PDF files.

Version 5.1.0.1021

Release Date: October 26, 2011

New Features in Foxit Reader 5.1.0.1021

• For better reading experience with maximized PDF document display area, Foxit Reader supports showing PDFs in Reading Mode that hides the toolbar, navigation pane and status bar, with only the menu bar available.

• In Tabbed Toolbar Mode, Foxit Reader supports collapsing/expanding the toolbar area to maximize the reading area.

• To extend the document pane, the Auto-hide Status Bar feature hides the Status Bar during reading and shows the status bar floating at the bottom of the page only when the cursor is moved to the bottom.

• Provided integration to the social networking sites to satisfy Facebook and Twitter users.

• Supports Read out loud function.

• Supports displaying PDF documents in Reading mode or Full Screen Mode automatically when opening PDFs with Foxit Reader.

• Foxit Reader enhanced the text rendering quality to display the text more clearly and neat.

• Increased performance for reader startup, opening a PDF file, and closing a PDF file.

• Automatically chooses paper type according to the page size of PDFs when printing.

• Shows the page thumbnails when dragging the scrollbar in a single page display mode.

• Added the Foxit Reader classic skin.

• Disabled spell check function in the Typewriter/Form Mode as the default option of the preference.

• Improved the accuracy of spell check.

• Moved the comment and attachment pane to be aligned with bookmark, thumbnail, layers and signatures panes.

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.1.0.1021

• Many issues fixes

Version 5.0.2.0718

Release Date: July 21, 2011

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 5.0.2.0718

• Fixed a security issue of arbitrary code execution when opening certain PDF files.

• Fixed an issue of Foxit Reader when opening certain PDF files in a web browser.

• Fixed an issue where the page content cannot be displayed when opening certain PDF files in a web browser.

• Fixed an issue where the file name would be a messy code or its extension would be missed when emailing certain PDF files from a web browser.

• Recovered the Print Scale function which was available in pre 5.0 versions.

Version 5.0.1.0523

Release Date: May 24, 2011

New Features in Foxit Reader 5.0.1.0523

• XFA form filling

• Opens the RMS - protected PDFs

• Customizes shortcut keys

• Split View mode

• Fit Visible mode

• Tabbed Toolbar Mode

• Supports 11 different page transition types in the full screen mode

• Offers four nice skins

• Searches keywords in the comment and bookmark

• Previews a PDF attachment in Microsoft Outlook

• Displays the PDF files in the Windows Explorer as the thumbnails

• Adds more available command lines

Version 4.3.1.0218

Release Date: February 24, 2011

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0218

• Fixed an issue of the Foxit Reader software that is caused by illegal accessing memory when opening some special PDF documents.

Version 4.3.0.1110

Release Date: November 16, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 4.3.0.1110

• Views the PDFs Embedded in HTML

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.3.0.1110

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader crashes when scrolling back after the user scrolls down to view the last page (actual image) of a PDF file.

• Fixed a crash issue when opening certain PDFs.

Version 4.2.0.0928

Release Date: September 29, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 4.2.0.0928

• Verifies the digital signature

• Enhances security with ASLR & DEP support

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.2.0.0928

• Fixed the issue where Foxit Reader crashes if the headline of the PDF content exceeds 512 bytes.

• Fixed the issue where the "delete" option in the right-click popup menu is unavailable when right-clicking the link created by the link tool.

• Fixed the issue where Foxit Reader will pop up two tabs when opening a same PDF file which is targeted by two links, one is created with relative path and the other one is with absolute path.

Version 4.1.1.0805

Release Date: August 6, 2010

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.1.1.0805

• Foxit Reader 4.1.1.0805 addresses vulnerability associated with the rendering of the PDF's embedded in the new iPhone/iPad jailbreak program.

Version 4.1.0.0726

Release Date: August 2, 2010

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.1.0.0726

• Fixed the crash issue when opening certain PDFs.

• Optimized the reading engine and fixed the issue where the scrolling becomes very slowly when reading large PDFs.

• Users will not be prompted to set default PDF reader when either or both Phantom and Foxit Reader is installed.

• PDF icons are reverted to other Reader's PDF icons when Phantom/Foxit Reader is uninstalled, if those exist.

• Fixed the issue where the system sets Foxit Reader as the default PDF viewer without user permission when Foxit Reader launches.

Version 4.0.0619

Release Date: June 29, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 4.0.0619

• Adds a advanced set of professional features

• Enhances Safe Mode Setting

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 4.0.0619

• Fixed the crash issue when opening certain PDF documents.

Version 3.3.1.0520

Release Date: May 20, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 3.3.1.0520

• Security Enhancement

Version 3.3.0.0430

Release Date: May 4, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 3.3.0.0430

• Secure Trust Manager

• Improves Ask Search Button Setting

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.3.0.0430

• Fixes some issues from previous versions including an issue where Ask Toolbar may be installed by default.

Version 3.2.1.0401

Release Date: April 1, 2010

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.2.1.0401

• Fixed a security issue that Foxit Reader runs an executable embedded program inside a PDF automatically without asking for user's permission.

Version 3.2.0303

Release Date: March 11, 2010

New Features in Foxit Reader 3.2.0303

• Undo and Redo

• Expands Current Bookmark

• Grayscale Printing

• Speeds Up Printing

• Logical Page Number Support

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.2.0303

• Better JavaScript support.

• Fixed the crash issue when double clicking to open certain PDFs.

• Fixed the issue where cannot correctly display the content copied from Text Viewer mode on popup dialog box.

• Better support saving PDF as text.

• Fixed the issue where pop multiple message boxes when clicking the bookmarks several times continuously.

• Fixed the issues where some PDF documents cannot be associated with Foxit Reader.

• Fixed the issue where space may disappear when copying text.

• Fixed the crash issue when occasional use of arrow keys on keyboard to turn pages.

• Fixed the issue where the text may not be highlighted.

• Fixed the issue where the text string starting with a space cannot be searched.

• Fixed the issue with vertical text selection and text highlight.

Version 3.1.4.1125

Release Date: November 26, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.1.4.1125

• Now supports opening files containing special Unicode characters in filenames.

• Right-clicking the annotation with zoom tool will not popup annotation menu.

• When using the Commenting Tools, the color indicator will reflect your color selection.

• Now supports simultaneous viewing of multiple documents.

• Fixed the issue where some files display slowly in the print preview window.

• Fixed the issue where some PDF files cannot be opened in the correct positions.

Version 3.1.3.1030

Release Date: November 5, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.1.3.1030

• Fixed the issue in Foxit Reader 3.1.2.1013, where the text in PDF documents cannot be printed with specific printers.

Version 3.1.2.1013

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.1.2.1013

• Fixed the memory leak issue where the memory usage will continuously grow while viewing PDF files with Foxit Reader.

Version 3.1.1.0901

Release Date: September 3, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.1.1.0901

• The reported issue of Foxit Reader 3.1.0.0824 crashing when users are viewing certain PDF files has been updated and is no longer a problem.

• Fixed an issue where Foxit Reader may not be launched in the system without installing Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable.

Version 3.1.0.0824

Release Date: August 24, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.1.0.0824

• Fixed the issue where Cyrillic symbols in the Tab header displaying inaccurately in Japanese operating system.

• Fixed the issue about too large printer buffer, automatic paging and duplex printing when printing a document with multiple copies.

• Fixed the issue where cannot import FDF file when opening the PDF file contained interactive form fields in the browser window.

• Fixed the issue where PDF Reader only works on the primary screen while going to full screen with dual monitor setup.

Version 3.1

New Features in Foxit Reader 3.1

• Internet Search

• Favorite Toolbar

• Comments Panel

• Summarizes Comments

• Document Restrictions

• Supports MSAA

• Streamlined UI

Version 3.0 Build 1817

Release Date: June 19, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1817

• Fixed a problem related to negative stream offset (in malicious JPEG2000 stream) which caused reading data from an out-of-bound address. We have added guard codes to solve this issue.

• Fixed a problem related to error handling when decoding JPEG2000 header, an uncaught fatal error resulted a subsequent invalid address access. We added error handling code to terminate the decoding process.

Version 3.0 Build 1506

Release Date: March 9, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1506

• Cannot edit some form fields.

• Cannot support XFA forms. After typing text into a field and then moving the cursor to another field, the typed text will disappear.

• Unable to fill in some interactive check boxes within the PDF document.

Version 3.0 Build 1301

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1301

A dead loop error appears when printing pages or a range of pages by entering 1, 3, 7-10, etc. in the Pages text box within the Print dialog box.

Symptoms: If you print pages or a range of pages by entering 1, 3, 7-10, etc. in the Pages text box within the Print dialog box with Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1222, the printing doesn't stop.

Version 3.0 Build 1222

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1222

• The annotations added by the typewriter tool will be rotated along with the page.

• Popup "Mozilla Firefox is not installed." when users failed to install Firefox plug-in.

• May take a long time to open a file in Windows Vista Home version.

• This updated version allows users to delete the advertisements.

• The Auto-Rotate feature may be unavailable when printing with Snapshot tool.

• Go back to the default settings of the printer properties when users reopen the PDF files.

• This updated version will choose to print documents in actual size mode or fit to paper mode based on the default settings in the print dialog box with Command lines.

• Page numbers are printed in a disorderly way when printing multiple copies in double-side mode.

• The slow launch speed when running Foxit Reader for the first time after the system startup.

Version 3.0 Build 1120

Release Date: November 20, 2008

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0 Build 1120

• Cannot open PDF files embedded in MSWord.

• Cannot open the links to PDF files in a PDF with IE.

• The print command is inconsistent with the one specified in registry.

• Cannot align typewriter annotations.

• New popup notes will not be active, unless users click on it when they use the note tool to make annotations.

• Users are still able to drag a callout when they click and drag a place which is nowhere in the area of the callout's visible element, but in the rectangular region bound by those elements.

• The mouse cursor while in highlight mode has just one shape, which stays the same whenever it is used to select row by row.

• When the cursor is on the blank margin you cannot scroll page (while annotations is activated) by scrolling the mouse wheel.

• Cannot open PDF files with extension .FDF.

• Setting a new default author and subject for the Note Tool will not be recalled.

• There are no property toolbars available to set colors and opacity.

Version 3.0

New Features in Foxit Reader 3.0

• Enticing Multimedia Design

• Attachment Panel

• Thumbnail Panel

• Layout Panel

• Metric Unit Support

• Auto-scrolling with Middle Mouse Button

• Awe-Inspiring Foxit OnDemand Content Management

• Firefox Support

Improvements in Foxit Reader 3.0

• Improves Select Text Tool

• Enhances Print Setup

• Better Annotation Control

• Advanced Toolbar Control

• Better Permission Control

• Improves Upgrade Mode

• Improves Popup Note

• Enhances Shortcut Keys Input

• Transferrable preferences Settings

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 3.0

• Many issues fixes

Version 2.3 Build 4015

Release Date: April 17, 2009

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 2.3 Build 4015

• Open a number of PDF documents with Foxit Reader 2.3 and select "Save as" under the "File" menu, all of the pages may appear blank if you open the saved documents with Adobe.

Version 2.3 Build 3309

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 2.3 Build 3309

• Compatibility issues with Foxit Reader and Adobe Reader after saving.

• Disappearing Toolbar after minimizing Foxit Reader to the system tray.

• Converts all the characters to lower-case in the web browsers when clicking on the links in PDF files, causing the links to break.

Version 2.3 Build 3201

Release Date: August 4, 2008

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 2.3 Build 3201

• Several crash issues.

  • Foxit Reader crashes when users are viewing some certain PDF files with images.

  • Foxit Reader crashes sometimes when users are clicking on the "Print" option.

• Toolbars go out of place and rearrange themselves vertically.

• Slow printing of PDF files that have complex images.

• Font and Image rendering improved.

• Combo Box tool not working correctly.

• The menu item "FDF Document" needs to be removed from desktop context menu.

• Always remember the last printer you select

• Foxit Reader (free version) may not be responding after you save a PDF document.

• Bookmark view cannot be disabled permanently in Internet Explorer.

• Print command needs to be updated.

• Certain bookmark displaying issues.

• Many other issues fixes and feature enhancement.

Version 2.3

New Features in Foxit Reader 2.3

• Bookmark Design

• Multi-tab Browsing

• Multimedia Player Support

• Callout and Text box Tool

• Comment Text Tool

• Rulers and Guides

• Magnifier

• Automatic Scrolling

• OCG Support

• FDF Related

Improvements in Foxit Reader 2.3

• Optimizes Rendering

• Improves Link Tools

• Improves Snapshot

• Search Enhancement

• Better Annotation control

• Font Information

• Updates Command Line

• Streamlined UI

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 2.3

• Many issues fixes

Version 2.2

New Features in Foxit Reader 2.2

• Captures words via mouse

• Searches PDF in another way

• Minimizes Foxit Reader to the system tray

• Works with friendly bookmarks

• Removes all evaluation marks at once

• Views PDF page size

• Selects text easily

• Enjoys other improved features

Issues Addressed in Foxit Reader 2.2

• Many issues fixes