Linear Changelog
Release history for Linear. For site-wide changelog, see The UX Shop changelog.
Version 2.4 — January 2026
New features
- Contrast checker: Built-in WCAG contrast ratio verification
- Touch target overlay: Highlight elements below 44px minimum
Improvements
- Measurement snapping improved for rounded corners
- Grid rendering performance optimized
- Better support for fractional scaling displays
Bug fixes
- Fixed guide positioning issue on multi-monitor setups
- Fixed screenshot export including hidden elements
- Fixed keyboard shortcut conflicts with system
Version 2.3 — October 2025
New features
- Measurement history: Access recent measurements
- Quick presets: One-key access to saved configurations
- Annotation improvements: Rich text in annotations
Improvements
- Reduced memory usage for long sessions
- Faster grid rendering
- Improved Figma browser integration
Bug fixes
- Fixed rare crash on macOS Sequoia
- Fixed grid offset reset issue
- Fixed export resolution on Windows HiDPI
Version 2.2 — July 2025
New features
- Baseline grid: Separate layer for typography verification
- Guide groups: Organize related guides
- Export to CSV: Measurement report export
Improvements
- Better edge detection in complex layouts
- Smoother zoom transitions
- Accessibility improvements for screen readers
Bug fixes
- Fixed overlay comparison flicker
- Fixed Windows installer path issue
- Fixed keyboard input in some locales
Version 2.1 — March 2025
New features
- Comparison mode: Split and overlay views
- Team sync: Share presets with team (team plans)
- Linux beta: Experimental Linux support
Improvements
- Startup time reduced by 40%
- Annotation text rendering improved
- Better handling of transparent elements
Bug fixes
- Fixed guide snap sensitivity
- Fixed screenshot crop accuracy
- Fixed memory leak in long sessions
Version 2.0 — November 2024
Major release with redesigned interface and new capabilities.
New features
- Redesigned UI: Cleaner, more focused interface
- Annotation system: Text, arrows, and callouts
- Report generation: Export comprehensive measurement reports
- Custom shortcuts: Full keyboard customization
Improvements
- Performance improvements across the board
- New onboarding experience
- Updated iconography and visual design
Breaking changes
- Preset format changed (migration automatic)
- Some keyboard shortcuts changed (customizable)
Version 1.6 — June 2024
New features
- Browser extension: Chrome and Firefox support
- Copy as design tokens: Customizable export format
Bug fixes
- Fixed retina measurement accuracy
- Fixed guide deletion confirmation
Version 1.5 — February 2024
New features
- Element measurement: Hover for dimensions (browser extension)
- Measurement labels: Named measurements
Improvements
- Grid preset management
- Improved Windows HiDPI support
Version 1.4 — October 2023
New features
- Multi-measurement: Keep multiple measurements visible
- Screenshot capture: Built-in annotated screenshots
Version 1.3 — June 2023
New features
- Grid presets: Save and recall grid configurations
- Guide colors: Color-coded guide organization
Version 1.2 — February 2023
New features
- Baseline grid option
- Windows support
Version 1.1 — October 2022
New features
- Customizable grid sizes
- Guide lock feature
Version 1.0 — June 2022
Initial release.
- Point-to-point measurement
- Grid overlay
- Horizontal and vertical guides
- macOS support