Release Notes for eMark v1.1.0

📅 Release Date

October 13, 2025

🌟 What's New in v1.1.0

eMark v1.1.0 introduces significant new functionality focused on PDF signature verification, transforming the application into a comprehensive PDF signing and verification tool. This release adds Adobe Reader-like signature verification capabilities alongside improved user interface enhancements.

✨ New Features

🔍 PDF Signature Verification System

• Comprehensive Verification: Added complete PDF signature verification functionality to verify digital signatures in PDF documents
• Certificate Validation: Implemented trust chain verification and certificate status checking
• Signature Integrity: Added signature validation checks with detailed status reporting
• Visual Indicators: Color-coded signature status with intuitive icons (valid/invalid/unknown)
• Adobe Reader Compatibility: Implemented Adobe-style verification logic for seamless compatibility

🖥️ Enhanced Adobe Reader-like Interface

• Auto Signature Detection: Automatic detection and highlighting of signature fields
• Visual Signature Overlays: Interactive signature visualizations with status indicators
• Click-to-Verify: Interactive signature fields with detailed verification panels
• Floating Action Button: Easy access to signature actions
• Collapsible Properties Panel: Enhanced signature customization options

🛠️ UI/UX Improvements

• Vertical Scroll Enhancement: Added vertical scroll with auto height adjustment in SignatureAppearanceDialog
• Component State Updates: Improved component state management for better user experience
• Modern Dark Theme: Enhanced consistency with FlatMacDarkLaf theme

🔧 Technical Enhancements

• Signature Component Updates: Refactored signature handling components
• Bug Fixes: Multiple minor bug fixes and stability improvements
• Performance Optimizations: Better handling of signature verification processes

📊 Version Comparison

Feature	v1.0.x	v1.1.0
PDF Signing	✅	✅
PDF Verification	❌	✅
Adobe-style UI	❌	✅
Signature Overlay	❌	✅
Trust Management	✅	✅
Timestamp Support	✅	✅

🐛 Bug Fixes & Improvements

• Fixed component state synchronization issues
• Improved signature field detection accuracy
• Enhanced error handling for verification processes
• UI responsiveness improvements

🏆 Key Highlights

• First Major Feature Addition: Signature verification marks eMark's evolution beyond a signer to a full PDF security tool
• Adobe Compatibility: Users familiar with Adobe Reader will find the verification interface instantly recognizable
• Enterprise Ready: Enhanced verification capabilities meet professional document authentication needs
• Open Source Excellence: Community-driven feature that maintains AGPL license requirements

🎯 User Impact

This release significantly expands eMark's capabilities for: - Document Verification: Government and enterprise users can now verify document authenticity - Secure Workflows: Enhanced trust in digital document processes - Compliance: Better support for DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) requirements - Professional Use: Adobe Reader-like experience for serious document signing needs

🔄 Migration Notes

• Backward Compatibility: Fully compatible with existing signed PDFs
• Upgrade Recommended: Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade for the new verification features
• Settings Preserved: All existing configurations and trust certificates are maintained

💡 Future Roadmap

Based on v1.1.0 improvements: - Enhanced timestamp server support - Advanced certificate management features - Batch verification capabilities - Integration APIs for enterprise use

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Full Changelog: https://github.com/devcodemuni/eMark/compare/V1.0.1...V1.1.0