v0.8.2
What's Changed
New Features
Local Backup Copy Export π
- Added new export format: Local Backup Copy - Fast, direct file copy from OneNote's local backup folder
- Automatically detects backup availability at startup
- Copies all notebooks from
C:\Users\...\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneNote\16.0\Sicherung - No COM API overhead - simple file copy operation for maximum reliability
Performance Improvements
Faster Export π
- Removed automatic notebook synchronization before export
- Export operations are now 7-10 seconds faster per notebook
- Users have full control over synchronization via OneNote Desktop
Bug Fixes & Stability
Removed Sync-Related Issues
- Eliminated hanging exports caused by synchronization problems
- No more infinite waits when credentials are expired or network is unavailable
- Export no longer fails when notebooks have sync errors
- More predictable export behavior overall
Note: Users should ensure their notebooks are synced in OneNote Desktop before exporting if they want the latest content.
UI Improvements
- Added smart UI for Local Backup mode (auto-selects all notebooks with visual indication)
- Warning message when Local Backup format is selected
- Dynamic format dropdown shows backup availability and notebook count
- Improved export status messages
Known Limitations
- Only works with OneNote Desktop 2016 (not the Windows 10 UWP app)
- Password-protected sections cannot be exported
- Large notebooks (>1GB) may experience timeouts
- Local Backup format exports ALL notebooks (no individual)