BeerSmith new version

[Tobor_8thMan]

Version 3.2 is now available (was actually version 3.2.7 when I downloaded the update).

Checking for updates thru the existing BeerSmith indicates "You have the latest version of BeerSmith".

Must go to BeerSmith website (BeerSmith™ Home Brewing Software, Recipes, Blog, Podcast and Discussion Forum), download the update and run the update.

 

[kevin58]

The web based edition is now available as well.

 

[Golddiggie]

Where's the change log?? Ever since an update to version 2.0 (don't know what version) printing from within BeerSmith has sucked balls. I have to export the recipe as HTML and open it in a browser to get it to print decently. The first page is completely F'ked up (not full page and cropps text even though it shouldn't). Wondering if/when they'll ever fix that code F-up.

Printing failure from within the software is still present. Crops off about 1/4 of each page (right and bottom) when printing from within the app. ONLY way to get it to print all the info is to 'Save Repot' and open within a web browser. IMO, this is NOT a minor flaw but a pretty significant one in the UI.

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

When Brad emails asking for BS feedback do you provide the printing problems to him?

 

[day_trippr]

Hmm? I print my BS3 recipes to a double sided Brother inkjet with no problems. Hopefully this update won't break that...

 

[BeerSmith]

The biggest change is the web version which you can access by logging in at Beer Recipe Cloud by BeerSmith - Homebrew Beer Recipes - it runs from any browser - even your phone or tablet.

Here's a summary of changes: BeerSmith for the Web Released

Brad

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

And now when I run the updated BS, when I'm off the 'net, it complains that the validation server isn't found.

 

[day_trippr]

Right then! I think I'm going to wait for the bugfix release.
3.1.08 has been working acceptably well and I don't need application aggravation

Cheers!

[edit] Does the 3.2 desktop version allow copying one's inventory list to the Cloud?

 

[jtgoral]

I upgraded to the newest version and then tested duplex printing in color on an inkjet and BW on a laser printer. Both printed perfectly

 

[BrewnWKopperKat]

Printer brand, model, drivers, Windows version, (..., ..., ...) are likely to be factors here.

 

[day_trippr]

fwiw, after backing up my recipe database elsewhere I went ahead and installed the 3.2.7 kit (on Win10Pro) successfully and did a double-sided test print of my latest brew sheet with no issues.

Aside from pulling up a recipe to add a datapoint to the fermentation data that's the extent of my usage/"testing" so far...

[edit] Still can't push inventory list to the cloud account...

Cheers!

 

[hout17]

I updated and it works as normal although I haven't attempted the new web based stuff. Cloud has always worked fine for me though.

 

[Golddiggie]

BeerSmith is the ONLY app that has the issue printing from within the recipe list. I have to save the recipe as a HTML file, open in Chrome and then it prints without cropping. I'm on Win10 Pro printing to a Canon Color ImageCLASS MF743Cdw. Again, this is the ONLY app with this issue for printing.
I print over my network (printer is on my router, NOT going direct to the printer).

I've posted in the community boards about the issue, but never had any response asking for ANY information about my setup. Really, it shouldn't matter. Especially since the printer is not a dumb device, or connected via USB. If the app cannot handle printing over the network, that needs to be fixed. I've not had a printer tied directly to a computer in over a decade now. I've been using color laser printers (or even MFP's) for over 15 years. At one point, BS printed out fine to the one I had. But, that was around 2014/2015. Different (network attached, color laser) printer at that time.

 

[day_trippr]

I'd put my money on a driver issue.
I also print to a network-attached device (Brother duplexing inkjet/scanner w/ADF) and have no problems with any programs run by me or The Spousal Unit on her machine...and in particular, BeerSmith...

Cheers!

 

[hout17]

I'd put my money on a driver issue.
I also print to a network-attached device (Brother duplexing inkjet/scanner w/ADF) and have no problems with any programs run by me or The Spousal Unit on her machine...and in particular, BeerSmith...

Cheers!

Yeah, I've never had a problem printing. Always spot on.

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

BeerSmith is the ONLY app that has the issue printing from within the recipe list. I have to save the recipe as a HTML file, open in Chrome and then it prints without cropping. I'm on Win10 Pro printing to a Canon Color ImageCLASS MF743Cdw. Again, this is the ONLY app with this issue for printing.
I print over my network (printer is on my router, NOT going direct to the printer).

I've posted in the community boards about the issue, but never had any response asking for ANY information about my setup. Really, it shouldn't matter. Especially since the printer is not a dumb device, or connected via USB. If the app cannot handle printing over the network, that needs to be fixed. I've not had a printer tied directly to a computer in over a decade now. I've been using color laser printers (or even MFP's) for over 15 years. At one point, BS printed out fine to the one I had. But, that was around 2014/2015. Different (network attached, color laser) printer at that time.

What is cut off? Recipe ingredients/ steps, etc or just the title? Possible to see a screenshot?

I will admit the print preview within BS doesn't match the print 100%. No, not a driver issue.

 

[day_trippr]

fwiw, I get rid of headers and footers, etc, then minimize the margins, then make sure the driver is set to "Fit".
What I see is what I get...

Cheers!

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

Headers and footers are not of what I write.

 

[day_trippr]

Sounds like a generic rant and not specific to BeerSmith?

Cheers!

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

I'd post a question at the BS forums in regards to this matter.

 

[Tobor_8thMan]

Sounds like a generic rant and not specific to BeerSmith?

Cheers!

No, I was answering the BS print question. Unsure how/why this would be interpreted as a "rant". Printing/page fidelity encompasses a LOT of issues.

 

[day_trippr]

[shrug] Simply because your phraseology suggested it was a generic rant.
I don't see a problem with printing from BeerSmith. It is wysiwyg for me...

Cheers!

 

[passedpawn]

Meh, same crappy GUI. I've gotten used to it, but man it's just bad.

 

[passedpawn]

BeerSmith is the ONLY app that has the issue printing from within the recipe list. I have to save the recipe as a HTML file, open in Chrome and then it prints without cropping. I'm on Win10 Pro printing to a Canon Color ImageCLASS MF743Cdw. Again, this is the ONLY app with this issue for printing.
I print over my network (printer is on my router, NOT going direct to the printer).

I've posted in the community boards about the issue, but never had any response asking for ANY information about my setup. Really, it shouldn't matter. Especially since the printer is not a dumb device, or connected via USB. If the app cannot handle printing over the network, that needs to be fixed. I've not had a printer tied directly to a computer in over a decade now. I've been using color laser printers (or even MFP's) for over 15 years. At one point, BS printed out fine to the one I had. But, that was around 2014/2015. Different (network attached, color laser) printer at that time.

I print fine (Dell color laser over wired network).

Does the Print Preview look OK?

Try printing to a PDF (choose Microsoft Print to PDF) and see how that goes. If it's OK, then it is likely your printer driver and not BS.

I think BS creates a HTML version of the printable page, then uses some Windows resource (related to Internet Explorer?) to print that. At least, that is what it looks like based on some elements in the print preview screen.

 

[teal]

I just ordered BeerSmith Mobile on my iPad. v 3.1.9

Has no equipment for Clawhammer's system (120v 10gal)

Clawhammer shows to download a .bsmx file to add to BeerSmith - desktop. Problem is - I can't updload it to the mobile app.

So - thoughts? Do I need to spring for the desktop version (I have ZERO interest in doing that - at all.)

Honestly - not super impressed with beersmith at all.

 

[BeerSmith]

Email me the link for the Clawhammer BSMX file and I can get it posted as an add-on.

 

[BeerSmith]

Also regarding printing issues above - the quick workaround is to go to Options->Reports and check the box "print to browser".

 

[Garrett_McT]

Where's the change log?? Ever since an update to version 2.0 (don't know what version) printing from within BeerSmith has sucked balls. I have to export the recipe as HTML and open it in a browser to get it to print decently. The first page is completely F'ked up (not full page and cropps text even though it shouldn't). Wondering if/when they'll ever fix that code F-up.

Printing failure from within the software is still present. Crops off about 1/4 of each page (right and bottom) when printing from within the app. ONLY way to get it to print all the info is to 'Save Repot' and open within a web browser. IMO, this is NOT a minor flaw but a pretty significant one in the UI.

I print right off of the cloud storage window while scrolling through my listed recipes. There’s a little printer icon on the preview when you select it and it goes right to my printer. I’m not sure what convoluted method you are referring to.

 

[Garrett_McT]

I just ordered BeerSmith Mobile on my iPad. v 3.1.9

Has no equipment for Clawhammer's system (120v 10gal)

Clawhammer shows to download a .bsmx file to add to BeerSmith - desktop. Problem is - I can't updload it to the mobile app.

So - thoughts? Do I need to spring for the desktop version (I have ZERO interest in doing that - at all.)

Honestly - not super impressed with beersmith at all.

I have BS mobile in my phone, I use it primarily to reference recipes while at the brew shop and checking ABV when drinking.

at least in the desktop version there is a way to add in your own equipment. I also would suggest selecting your equipment first thing when starting a new recipe, otherwise it does get all F’d up unless you use the “scale” feature.

 

[BeerSmith]

Here's some of the release notes:
Version 3.2: Profile and Ingredient Overview for BeerSmith Web | BeerSmith™ Home Brewing Software (Main addition here is the ability to transfer cloud profiles/ingredients)
Version 3.1: BeerSmith 3.1 Release Notes | BeerSmith™ Home Brewing Software
Version 3.0: BeerSmith 3 Release Notes | BeerSmith™ Home Brewing Software

Brad