We're excited to announce the release of version 1.2.0 of the Joplin AI Writing Toolkit! This update focuses on streamlining your workflow with new quick actions and a more organized interface.
Before we dive into the new features, we want to extend a huge thank you to the Joplin community. Your feedback, bug reports, and suggestions have been instrumental in shaping this toolkit. We're building this for you, and your input is what keeps us moving forward.
Why an Integrated Toolkit?
One question we often get is why we’ve combined AI assistance and PDF publishing into a single plugin rather than offering two separate ones.
Our goal is to provide a truly integrated writing environment. For researchers, technical writers, and knowledge workers, the writing process doesn't end when the first draft is finished. It ends when that draft is polished, formatted, and ready to share.
By offering a single, unified plugin, we can:
- Streamline the Workflow: Use AI to brainstorm and refine your ideas, then instantly transition to professional PDF formatting—all without switching contexts or managing multiple plugins.
- One-Stop Documentation: If your goal is to turn your Joplin notes into professional-grade documentation, we want you to have everything you need in one place.
- Consistent Experience: A single set of commands, a unified interface, and a cohesive design philosophy make the entire process more efficient.
What’s New in Version 1.2.0?
New "Copy Reply" Button
The biggest addition in 1.2.0 is the dedicated Copy Reply button. While the toolkit already makes it easy to append, replace, or insert AI responses directly into your notes, we know that sometimes you just need that text in your system clipboard.
Now, with a single click, you can copy the AI’s last response and paste it anywhere—whether it’s another Joplin note, an email, or a different application. It’s located right in the top quick-action panel for instant access.
Refined Button Layout
As the toolkit grows, so does our list of quick actions. In 1.2.0, we’ve reorganized the button layout into a cleaner, more intuitive 3x3 grid. This makes the interface feel less cluttered and helps you find the action you need faster.
Recap: Recent Improvements in Version 1.1.0
In case you missed it, our previous update (v1.1.0) brought some significant enhancements to the PDF Publishing engine:
- Syntax-Colored Code Blocks: Technical writers rejoice! Your code snippets now look as good in PDF as they do in the editor, with full syntax highlighting.
- Improved Code Indentation: We’ve adjusted how code blocks are formatted in the PDF output to ensure better readability and a professional look.
We Want to Hear from You!
What’s next for the Joplin AI Writing Toolkit? That’s up to you. We’re always looking for ways to make your writing process even better.
Do you have ideas for new features? Is there a specific AI-assisted tool or a PDF formatting option you’d love to see? Please reach out and share your feedback! You can submit feature requests, report bugs, or just share how you're using the toolkit on our GitHub Issues page.
How to Update
If you're already using the plugin, you can update it by downloading the latest .jpl file from our GitHub repository and installing it via Tools > Options > Plugins > Manage your plugins > Install from file.
About the Joplin AI Writing Toolkit
The Joplin AI Writing Toolkit is designed for researchers, writers, and knowledge workers. It combines the power of OpenAI's GPT models with robust PDF publishing tools, all within your favorite open-source note-taking app.
Happy writing!
— The Joplin AI Writing Toolkit Team