Release Notes: Spec 9.5

Spec 9.5 : Nov 16, 2026

Added support for exporting quotes in Artopex XML format, including each line’s Special Number as the QuoteNumber value.
Added support for retrieving Haworth lead times directly into the ‘Lead Time’ field in days, without requiring a pricing date, and displaying a confirmation when processing is complete.

Added tooltip to 'Take Survey' button to better notify user of when surveys are available.
Improved catalog operations on imported records containing mixed-case manufacturer codes, catalog codes or part numbers.

Fixed issue with Spec crashing when copying and pasting lines containing hidden or special characters.

Fixed problem with selecting a single row in Haworth Dynamic Pricing and Lead Time operations.
Fixed problem with selection sets not filtering items correctly when printing.
Fixed problem with incorrect sorting in Excel exports when using subtotals.
Fixed problem with outdated update-failure notifications and improved messages to clarify whether checking, downloading, or applying an update failed.
Fixed problem with long filenames affecting the ribbon layout.
Fixed problem with mapping customized column headings, including ‘Catalog Code’, when importing Excel files.
Fixed problem with hidden columns being included in Excel exports.
Fixed problem with custom descriptions and images being overwritten when refreshing merged projects, while keeping the ‘Update Descriptions’ option in ‘Price from Catalog’ working as expected.
Fixed problem with option prices when importing CET SIF files containing O1 and OL price fields or blank O1 values.