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What's New in Version 7

ScrewDrivers Version 7 represents a major architectural advancement with significant improvements to security, platform support, and user experience.

Key Features​

Advanced Print Features​

  • Native print dialog integration with printer-specific capabilities
  • Enhanced support for manufacturer-specific features (Xerox, Ricoh, HP, etc.)
  • Printer profile management for consistent settings across sessions

Stability and Performance​

  • TLS 1.2 enabled database SQL driver and socket communications
  • Improved compression for faster print data transmission
  • Enhanced printer query caching and performance optimizations
  • More robust error handling and logging

User Interface Updates​

  • Complete redesign of ScrewDrivers Administration (formerly Simplify Console)
  • Modernized UI elements across all products
  • Improved consistency and usability
  • Enhanced reporting and monitoring capabilities

Platform Expansion​

  • Linux client - RDP, ICA, and PCoIP protocol support
  • macOS client - Expanded to include RDP and PCoIP in addition to ICA
  • Windows TCP client - Socket-based communication enabling HTML5 client support
  • Dropped 32-bit OS support (64-bit only)

Other Improvements​

  • Role-based authorization system for ScrewDrivers Administration
  • Separated database installer for reduced permission requirements
  • .NET 4.8 Runtime foundation for modern Windows compatibility
  • Product lineup simplified into three tiers: Essentials, Pro, and Enterprise

Version 7 Release History​

Latest Releases​

Version 7.8​

Version 7.7​

Version 7.6​

Version 7.5​

Version 7.4​

Version 7.3​

Version 7.2​

Version 7.1​

Version 7.0​

Migration Resources​

Version 6 Customers

Version 7 products are not compatible with Version 6 activation codes. You'll need new activation codes for Version 7 products. Contact your Salesperson for more information.

Migration Articles​

Installation Guides​

Technical Documentation​