0.88.0 0.89.0
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microsoft/markitdownSep 25, 2026 → Sep 25, 20260 days between releases
What's New
Desktop app crashes fixed and API error logging improved
New Features
- Bundled Java runtime modules included in packaged desktop app
- Detailed 429 error logging now displays provider reasons
Improvements
- API keys are redacted in error logs for better security
Bug Fixes
- Desktop app crashes on Linux and Windows resolved by adding modules
- Missing Java modules causing BackendNotSupportedException fixed
Upgrade Notes
CLI users are unaffected, but the packaged desktop app size increases by approximately 2 MB. Ensure you have sufficient disk space for the update.
The Two Releases
0.88.0
0.88.0
Sep 25, 2026· 27 days ago
Focus moves on TV devices are now significantly faster, approximately twice as fast per key press, by optimizing how the view hierarchy is fetched and settled.
Full release notes0.89.0
0.89.0
Sep 25, 2026· 27 days ago
The packaged desktop app now includes the necessary Java modules to prevent crashes on Linux and Windows. Additionally, API error logging now displays the specific reason for 429 rate limits instead of a generic message.
Full release notes