Changelog

What's New

Smoother Chat History — Opening a previous conversation from History now feels faster and more reliable.

Better Agent Switching — Switching between chats and agents is more stable, especially when moving from a new chat back to an existing conversation.

Improvements & Fixes

Fixed an issue where selecting a previous conversation could briefly open a new chat instead.

Improved the overall responsiveness of chat navigation.

What's New

Faster Streaming Responses — BibGenie now does less UI work while agent responses are streaming, making long answers feel much smoother.

More Stable Multi-Agent Workflows — Streaming performance improvements make it easier to run several agents at the same time with less UI lag.

Improvements & Fixes

Fixed an issue where the initial model could be empty in some existing or newly opened agent sessions.

Agent response streams now clean up more reliably after completion, cancellation, or errors.

What's New

Multiple Agents Can Work at the Same Time — Chat sessions can now keep working in the background, so you can start or switch between agent conversations without waiting for one task to finish.

Safer Error Recovery in Zotero — BibGenie now catches unexpected UI errors in the chat panel, shows a recovery screen, and links directly to support so you can report the problem with useful context.

Agent Default Settings — New preferences make it easier to control how new research agent sessions are initialized.

Runtime Stability Improvements — The internal runtime architecture was reworked for authentication, profile syncing, model registry, token usage reporting, MCP, semantic indexing, and updates.

Improvements & Fixes

Custom provider input now behaves correctly when adding custom models.

Changing providers in model settings no longer leaves stale form values behind.

Production builds now keep warning and error logs available for better diagnostics.

Local password saving was removed to reduce sensitive credential storage in the plugin.

What's New

Unified Citations Across Research Sources — BibGenie now uses a shared citation system for PDFs, notes, snapshots, web pages, and OpenAlex results, making answer references more consistent across research workflows.

Feedback From Inside Zotero — You can now send feedback directly from BibGenie, including helpful context about your Zotero environment.

Better Zotero Organization Guidance — BibGenie is better at loading the right workflow guidance when helping organize your Zotero library.

Improvements & Fixes

Citation rendering and lookup are more reliable across multi-turn conversations.

Citation support was improved for web search, web extraction, OpenAlex, notes, snapshots, and PDF reading tools.

The chat input no longer shows an unwanted white border.

Generated notes now handle citations more consistently.

What's New

Paragraph-Level Citations — BibGenie can now trace AI answers back to the exact supporting passage in your PDF. Click a citation marker to return to Zotero and review the highlighted source text in context.

PDF Full-Text Search — BibGenie can search inside PDF attachments for specific terms, concepts, figures, tables, and details before reading the most relevant pages.

First-Run Guide — New users now get a smoother introduction to the core BibGenie workflow, making it easier to understand how chat, context, and Zotero reading work together.

Improvements & Fixes

PDF page context added to chat now includes the right attachment and page information, so BibGenie can read the intended source more reliably.

Citation clicks now work more reliably across multi-turn conversations, including citations that depend on earlier PDF reading results.

BibGenie now warns you when managed-plan credits are running low.

PDF reading tools and MCP schemas were improved for more stable research conversations.

What's New

OpenAlex Academic Search — Discover papers, authors, and venues, explore citation neighbors, and run citation analysis directly in chat.

PDF Page Citations — Answers now cite specific PDF pages as clickable numeric markers that jump straight to the source.

Connection Status Banner — A global banner now indicates when the backend is unreachable, instead of treating it as a sign-out.

Improvements & Fixes

Long tool results no longer overflow the chat page or cause lag.

Tool steps awaiting approval are now expanded by default so you don't miss them.

Fixed history Thinking blocks incorrectly showing the streaming animation.

Fixed the Mermaid fullscreen exit button being hidden behind the navigation bar.

Updated documentation links on the settings pages.

New

Image-Based PDF Page Reading

BibGenie can now inspect PDF pages as images when text extraction is not enough.

This helps with figures, scanned pages, screenshots inside papers, and visual-heavy PDF content that cannot be fully represented as plain text.

Improvements

When a PDF page has very little extractable text, BibGenie can now suggest reading that page as an image for better context.

Upgrade prompts now use more general paid-plan language, while plan-specific details remain on the account page.

Fixes

Fixed a tool streaming issue that could leave tool calls stuck in a pending state.

Fixes

Fixed Chat History delete confirmations so they stay clickable and no longer close the drawer unexpectedly.

Deleting a conversation now updates the history list more smoothly without briefly reloading the drawer contents.

New

Note Creation and Reading

Added a dedicated create note tool and improved Zotero note reading support.

These updates make it easier for BibGenie to create, inspect, and work with Zotero notes from chat.

Quick Copy for AI Responses

Added a quick action to copy the latest AI response from chat.

Improvements

Improved chat history renaming for smoother session management.

Improved chat message tree persistence so conversation branches are restored more reliably.

Refined the main chat view name to better match the Agent experience.

Fixes

Fixed note export rendering for formulas and code blocks.

New

Zotero Library Management Tools

Added tools for browsing Zotero collections, tags, and items directly from chat.

BibGenie can now help inspect and organize your local library with richer Zotero context.

Metadata, Reference Lookup, and Advanced Search

Added full metadata lookup, reference lookup, and advanced Zotero search tools.

These tools make library maintenance workflows easier, including finding items by fields, checking missing metadata, and preparing items for organization.

Guided Organization Actions

Added guided actions for creating collections, editing metadata, managing tags, and organizing items.

Actions include preview data so you can review changes before they are applied.

Fixes

Fixed a resume issue where approved tool actions could lose the original chat context.

Improved chat database transaction handling for more reliable local chat history updates.

Improvements

Web Search Toggle

Added a Web Search tool toggle in the chat toolbar.

Users now have clearer control over when web search tools are available in chat.

Better Chat Session Titles

Improved the chat session title generation flow.

Conversation titles should now be more reliable and useful, especially for sessions that include rich Zotero context.

Fixes

Fixed an issue where the chat page could not scroll properly.

Fixed horizontal scrolling for code blocks so long lines are no longer cut off on the right.

Improvements

Smarter Custom Model Setup

When adding a custom model, BibGenie can now automatically populate relevant configuration parameters using data from models.dev.

This reduces manual setup and helps ensure model settings are more accurate.

Expanded Model and Provider Support

Added support for the DeepSeek V4 model.

Added Moonshot AI and xAI as new providers, giving users more choices for different research workflows.

Fixes

Fixed an issue where credit information on the user page did not refresh correctly.

Improvements

Semantic Search Tool

Added a semantic search tool for BibGenie agents.

Agents can now retrieve Zotero papers by meaning and topic relevance, not just exact keywords, making literature discovery faster and more effective.

Improvements

Zotero 9.x Support

BibGenie now supports Zotero 9.x, making the plugin compatible with the latest Zotero release line.

Improvements

Web Search and Web Fetch Tools

Added web search and web fetch tools for paid-plan users, so BibGenie can search the web and fetch webpage content during research workflows.

More Efficient Credit Usage

Improved the credit system so the same requests now consume fewer credits.

Unlimited Quick Prompts

Removed quick prompt limits. All users can now add unlimited quick prompts.

Improvements

Usage-Based Billing

Updated billing to a usage-based model. All features are now available, and charges are based on the AI model used and actual consumption.

Improved Sign-In Flow

Improved the sign-in flow for a smoother and more reliable login experience.

Improvements

Enhanced "Add to Chat"

You can now right-click tags, collections, and PDF Reader Tab to instantly add them to your conversation.

Bug Fixes

AI Generation Scrolling

Fixed an issue where the page would not scroll during AI generation.

Token Usage Statistics

Fixed the token usage statistics calculation error.

Improvements

Enhanced Search Item Tool

Improved BibGenie's document retrieval intelligence for smarter and more accurate searches.

Bug Fixes

Chat Page Number Freeze

Resolved chat page number freezing issue during conversations.

Stability

Overall App Stability

Enhanced overall app stability for a smoother user experience.

New Features

Auto Model

Introduced a new "Auto" model option for free users.

Quick Context

You can now instantly add Zotero Items, Tags, and Collections to the conversation context by simply typing a space followed by @ (e.g., @).

UI Improvements

User Message Layout

Optimized the rendering of user messages for better readability and visual consistency.

New Features

Expanded MCP Tools

Added support for fetching PDF page text, note content, and snapshots. Attachment content types are now fully supported.

Enhanced Context

You can now include Tags and Collections as context in addition to standard Items.

UI Improvements

Rich Text Editor

The input box has been upgraded to a rich text editor for a better writing experience.

Agent Visibility

The agent now displays its execution process and tool usage in real-time, making its actions easier to track.

What's New in v0.4.1

Key Updates

Free Model Updated

We've enhanced the built-in Free model to provide a better and more reliable user experience. This update ensures smoother interactions and more accurate responses.

Security Hardening

Application security is our priority. In this version, we've implemented several security hardening measures to protect the application and its environment.

Data Encryption

Your private configurations are now more secure. User-defined model information is now stored using robust encryption, ensuring your API keys and custom settings stay protected.

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BibGenie Team January 25, 2026

What's New in v0.4.0

Key Updates

Native MCP Server

You can now connect your Zotero Library to any MCP client (like Claude Desktop or Cursor). This powerful integration allows you to use your Zotero data seamlessly within your preferred AI workflow.

• MCP Server URL: http://127.0.0.1:23119/bibgenie/mcp

UI Modernization

We've refined the interface for a smoother and more polished user experience. The updated design focuses on usability and aesthetics to make your research workflow even more efficient and enjoyable.

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BibGenie Team January 18, 2026

What's New in v0.3.15

New Features

Regular Item Support

You can now add regular Zotero items as context to your conversations:

• Search Dialog: Use the search dialog to find and add regular Zotero items to your chat context
• Library Panel Integration: Right-click items in the Library panel to quickly add them to your conversation

This enhancement makes it easier to incorporate your entire Zotero library into AI conversations, not just attachments and notes.

Sub-resource Management

Improved management of sub Zotero resource items:

• Delete Button: Added delete button for sub Zotero resource items, giving you more control over your resources
• Enhanced UI: Improved UI to display sub-resources on click, making it easier to navigate and manage nested resources

These improvements provide better organization and control over your Zotero resources and their sub-items.

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BibGenie Team January 11, 2026

What's New in v0.3.7

Improvements

Add to Chat Enhancement

The Add to Chat feature has been significantly expanded with new capabilities:

• EPUB Reader Support: Select text in the EPUB reader and add it directly to your chat context
• Snapshot Viewer Support: Select text in snapshot viewer and seamlessly add it to conversations
• Library Panel Integration: Right-click items in the Library panel to quickly add them to your chat

These improvements make it easier than ever to incorporate your research materials into AI conversations, whether you're reading EPUB files, viewing snapshots, or browsing your library.

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BibGenie Team December 28, 2025

What's New in v0.3.5

New Features

Save as Note Enhancement

Chat titles are now automatically used as note titles when saving conversations:

• Auto Title: Note titles are automatically set based on your chat title
• Better Organization: Easier to find and manage your saved notes

Improvements

Chat Interface Optimization

Optimized for smoother interactions and better performance:

• Smoother Interactions: Enhanced responsiveness and fluidity
• Better Performance: Improved overall chat experience

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BibGenie Team December 25, 2025

What's New in v0.3.4

New Features

Add to Chat

Enhance your research workflow by adding content directly to your conversation context:

• Select Text: Select text while reading papers and click "Add to Chat" to add it to the conversation context
• Add Page: Right-click and select "Add Page to Chat" to add the current page to your conversation
• Seamless Integration: Easily incorporate paper content into your AI discussions

New Models

Added support for free, ready-to-use models:

• DeepSeek v3.2: High-performance model for general tasks
• DeepSeek R1T2 Chimera: Advanced reasoning model
• Qwen/Qwen3-VL: Vision-language model for multimodal tasks

Close Chat Button

Added a button to quickly close the Chat:

• Quick Access: Close the chat panel with a single click
• Better UX: Improved navigation and interface control

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BibGenie Team December 21, 2025

What's New in v0.3.3

New Features

Enhanced "Save as Note"

You can now save images, Zotero attachment citations, and AI thinking processes directly from your conversation to your notes.

• Rich Content: Save images and citations.
• Thinking Process: Capture AI reasoning.

Bug Fixes

• Image Download: Fixed an issue where images in preview mode could not be downloaded.

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BibGenie Team December 14, 2025

What's New in v0.3.2

New Features

Auto-resizing Input Field

The input field now automatically adjusts its height based on content:

• Dynamic Height: Input area expands as you type longer messages
• Better Visibility: See all your content without scrolling
• Seamless Experience: Smooth transitions as content changes

Quick Prompt Shortcuts

Quick prompt shortcuts are now displayed below the input for faster access:

• Easy Access: Frequently used prompts are just one click away
• Improved Workflow: Reduce repetitive typing with preset prompts
• Visual Shortcuts: Clear visual indicators for available prompts

Clearer Error Messages

Improved error messages with better documentation for troubleshooting:

• Descriptive Errors: More detailed error descriptions
• Documentation Links: Direct links to relevant documentation
• Troubleshooting Guide: Easier problem resolution

Add Notes to Conversation Context

You can now add Zotero notes to the conversation context:

• Note Integration: Include your Zotero notes in AI conversations
• Research Context: Provide additional context from your research notes
• Flexible Selection: Choose which notes to include

Bug Fixes

• Message Persistence: Fixed occasional issue where messages were not properly saved

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BibGenie Team December 7, 2025

What's New in v0.3.0

Screenshot Tool

Capture any area in Zotero as an image and add it to the AI context:

• Flexible Capture: Select and capture any region within Zotero
• Formula Support: Easily include mathematical formulas from papers
• Figures & Diagrams: Add charts, figures, and diagrams to your AI conversations
• Seamless Integration: Captured images are automatically added to the conversation context

This feature is perfect for discussing specific visual content from your research papers with AI.

Save Conversation as Note

Save your AI conversations directly as Zotero Notes:

• Last Response: Save just the AI's most recent response
• Full Conversation: Save the entire conversation history
• Zotero Integration: Notes are saved directly in your Zotero library
• Easy Reference: Keep important AI insights alongside your research materials

Custom System Prompt

Extend the built-in system prompt with your own instructions:

• Personalized AI Behavior: Customize how the AI responds to your queries
• Research-Specific Instructions: Add domain-specific guidance for your field
• Flexible Configuration: Easily modify and update your custom prompts

Image Preview & Download

Enhanced image handling in conversations:

• Click to Preview: Click any image attachment to view it in full size
• Download Option: Save images directly from the conversation
• Input Area Support: Preview images before sending them
• History Access: View images from previous conversations

Enhanced Research-Focused System Prompt

Updated default system prompt for better academic research support:

• Document-First Responses: AI prioritizes information from your attached documents
• Improved Formatting: Better structured responses for academic contexts
• Research Focus: Enhanced understanding of academic terminology and concepts

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BibGenie Team November 30, 2025

What's New in v0.2.0

Built-in Models

Added more built-in models for out-of-the-box use:

• Deepseek v3: The latest version of Deepseek model with enhanced capabilities
• GLM-4.6: Advanced language model from Zhipu AI
• GLM-4.5V: Vision-enabled model supporting image inputs

These models are now available directly in BibGenie without additional configuration, making it easier to get started with AI-powered research assistance.

Custom Model Configuration

Improved the custom model setup process:

• Easier Configuration: Streamlined interface for adding custom models
• Better Validation: Enhanced validation to ensure correct model setup
• Improved Documentation: Clearer instructions for configuring custom models

This update makes it more convenient for users who want to use their own model endpoints or specialized models for specific research needs.

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BibGenie Team November 23, 2025

What's New in v0.1.6

Email/Password Login

Now you can login to BibGenie with your email and password! This new authentication method provides:

• Secure Authentication: Login with email and password
• Password Storage: Secure password storage via Zotero API
• Seamless Integration: Perfectly integrates with existing BibGenie features
• Enhanced Security: Your credentials are protected by industry-standard encryption

Webpage Context Support

Added ability to add web page attachments directly to your conversation context. This extends the context capability that only supports PDF attachments.

It's perfect for users who are used to saving web page attachments in Zotero, and can more conveniently add web page attachments to the conversation context.

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BibGenie Team November 16, 2025

🎯 Important Announcement: Product Rebranding

We received a friendly reminder from the Zotero team that "Zotero" is a registered trademark and cannot be used directly in product names. To respect intellectual property rights and avoid user confusion, effective November 9, 2025, Zotero-Copilot is officially rebranded as BibGenie.

📝 Rebranding Details

• Old Name: Zotero-Copilot
• New Name: BibGenie
• New Domain: www.bibgenie.com
• Effective Version: v0.1.5

✨ Why "BibGenie"?

BibGenie embodies the core philosophy of our product:

• Bib: Short for Bibliography, representing the heart of academic research
• Genie: A magical being of intelligence and assistance

BibGenie represents an intelligent genie that understands your research needs and is always ready to help with your academic work. Like the genie from Aladdin's lamp, BibGenie is dedicated to fulfilling your wishes in literature management and research.

✅ Impact on Users

Good news! This rebranding does not affect any existing features:

• ✅ All features work exactly as before
• ✅ Your data and settings are fully preserved
• ✅ No manual actions or reconfiguration needed
• ✅ Plugin will automatically update to the new version

🔄 Key Changes

1. Product Name: Zotero-Copilot → BibGenie
2. Official Website: zotero-copilot.com → bibgenie.com
3. Brand Identity: Updated logo and visual design
4. Plugin Display Name: Shows as "BibGenie" in Zotero

💡 Our Commitment

While the name has changed, our mission remains the same:

• 🎯 Continue providing the best AI assistant experience for Zotero users
• 🚀 Continuously optimize features and improve research efficiency
• 💪 Maintain deep integration with the Zotero ecosystem
• ❤️ Listen to user feedback and continuously improve the product

🙏 Thank You for Your Support

Thank you to the Zotero team for their professional reminder, and thank you to all our users for your continued support and trust. We will continue to work hard to make BibGenie your most capable research assistant!

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BibGenie Team November 9, 2025

Performance Optimization & New Features

We're excited to announce the performance optimization and new features added to the platform with the following features:

• Free models included: Free version also includes multiple free models, ready to use out of the box
• Support multiple model providers: Support OpenAI, DeepSeek, Anthropic, ollama, Gemini, XAI, OpenRouter, OpenAI Compatible Model, etc. model providers
• Error information optimization: Error information has been optimized, more clear and understandable
• Add pdf attachment to context function optimization: Besides adding the currently opened pdf attachment, now you can also add the specified pdf attachment by searching the zotero library
• Prompt management function optimization: The prompt management function has been optimized
• Prompt shortcut input function optimization: The prompt shortcut input function has been optimized, more clear and understandable

Core Features

We're excited to announce the initial release of our platform with the following core features:

• Basic Conversation Function: Support basic conversation function in a native way
• Multiple LLM Providers Support: Support multiple LLM providers, support OpenAI, DeepSeek, Anthropic, etc. model providers
• History Chat Record Persistence: History chat records are persisted locally and can be viewed in history chat records
• Prompt Management Function: Support prompt management function, support prompt creation, editing, deletion, import, export, etc.
• Prompt Shortcut Input: Support prompt shortcut input function, support prompt shortcut input, no need to manually input, just click to input
• Zotero Attachment Support: Support adding Zotero attachments to the conversation context
• Image Input Support: Support image input breaking the conversation context