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SavePlus v1.2.1 - Installation System Overhaul

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@dshepstone dshepstone released this 02 Apr 00:29
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SavePlus v1.2.1 - Icon and Installation Patch
Overview
This patch release addresses critical installation issues and improves icon handling for the SavePlus Maya versioning tool. Additionally, we've refined the user interface to enhance readability and user experience.
Improvements

Enhanced icon installation system with dynamic path detection
Improved shelf button creation mechanism across different Maya environments
More robust path handling during tool installation
Better error reporting for icon and file installation processes

User Interface Updates

Refined page titles and header styles across web documentation
Updated version display in interface headers
Improved contrast and readability of version and status indicators
Standardized color scheme for status messages and labels

Specific UI Changes

Added subtle version label with smaller, muted text color
Implemented more consistent color coding for project status indicators
Refined typography and spacing in header and navigation elements
Enhanced visual hierarchy in documentation and interface elements

Technical Changes

Updated install_saveplus.py to include more comprehensive icon search paths
Improved fallback mechanisms for icon installation
Added additional logging for installation diagnostics
Refined project tracking and display mechanisms in the UI

Installation Notes

Drag and drop install_saveplus.mel into Maya viewport
The installer will now more reliably create the shelf button and locate the tool icon
Compatible with Maya 2025, tested compatibility with Maya 2023-2024

Known Issues

If icon fails to install, the tool will use Maya's default incrementalSave icon
Users experiencing installation problems should check Maya script and icon directory permissions

Reporting Issues
Please report any installation or icon-related problems on the GitHub Issues page, including:

Maya version
Operating system
Specific error messages from Maya's Script Editor

Contributors
SavePlus Development Team