Changelog & Updates

Introduced full Chapter Management: users can now extract chapters from the original video, add new ones manually, name them, jump between chapters during playback, and delete them when no longer needed. Also added Playback Speed Controls, allowing fine-tuned viewing from 0.25× slow motion up to 4× fast-forward.

Improved mobile viewing experience and tools, enhanced manage-videos with a sticky menu, introduced new playback options including repeat video, repeat group, and group shuffle, and upgraded auto-play so it never exits full screen.

Introduced a built-in video editor with timeline controls, segment editing, and live previewing. Added full caption management, including AI-powered auto-captioning with visible progress. The AI runs fully offline and does not require an internet connection or API keys.

Retranscoding is now more robust and consistent. Project assets are cleaner, and groundwork for editing and caption features has been added.

Improved database concurrency and added instant preview streaming, allowing you to interact with the app and view edits while processing is underway.

Switched to a production-ready server for improved reliability and better WebSocket support. Startup and logging are now clearer and more predictable.

New 'Browse' option lets you easily select your video folders without manually entering the path.

Code Signature added to Windows Executables, eliminating SmartScreen warnings for most users.

Multi-Hard Drive storage for transcoded videos now supported.

Customizable styles now available. Backup and restore capabilities added.

Kid-Friendly Profiles added. Time-Limited Profiles introduced. Profile passwords now supported.

Skip Credit and Skip Intro times can now be set directly in the player. Improved Auto-play button interactions and display. Added Interactive Previews.

Skip Credits and Skip Intros now available! Manage skip times in the *Manage Videos* dialog.

Fast forward and rewind made easier! Double-tap the player or use arrow controls to navigate quickly.

Optional AI-powered feature added: Easily assign Categories, Genres, and Groups with AI assistance.

Now supports bulk assignments for Categories, Genres, and Video Groups, along with bulk Thumbnail assignments.

First version of ThisVideoThing!