2.14
2020-11-02
I've updated the dictionaries to reflect recent changes.
2.13
2020-10-18
I've updated the dictionaries to reflect recent changes.
2.12
2019-10-01
I've fixed a problem where the sidebar on iPads was blank (it had black icons on a black background so you couldn't see the buttons). Sorry for the problem - I made a mistake when packaging up the files for the last update and missed one file off the list.
2.11
2019-09-27
• Added support for CSW 2019.
• Updated the dictionary for WWF to reflect recent changes.
• I've hopefully fixed a bug where the text entry boxes would sometimes disappear off the screen. I tried to fix this before, but it was still broken for a few people - thank you for your patience. If it still isn't working properly, please let me know!
• I've fixed a problem where some text was obscured by the 'notch' on the iPhone X and 11 when holding the phone in landscape orientation.
• Various other fixes.
2.10
2019-04-27
I've updated/added six dictionaries:
• New combined English dictionary for WWF
• USA MW 2018 (OSPD6)
• USA Tournament 2018 (TWL18)
• USA Schools 2018 (SSWL18)
• USA Tournament 2016 (TWL16)
• USA Schools 2016 (SSWL16)
I've also optimised the app to look better on larger screen devices, and fixed a few bugs.
2.9
2018-01-29
The last update made the app unreadable if you were using larger text - I'm really sorry.
This should now be fixed, and the app should cope much better with large text.
You can adjust the size of the text in the 'Settings' app. All sizes of text should now be readable in this app, although the very largest settings may be a bit cluttered on small devices.
2.8
2017-12-21
Keeping the dictionaries up-to-date with your favourite word games.
2.7
2017-06-07
I've added a new dictionary, and updated the other dictionaries to reflect recent changes. You can change the dictionary used on the 'Settings' tab.
I've also tried to make searching faster - hopefully you shouldn't have to wait so long now for the words to appear :-)
If there are any problems, please let me know using the 'Report a problem' button.
If you like this update, please consider leaving a review in the app store. It encourages me to keep adding new features to the app.
- Richard
2.6
2016-02-16
Bug fix: the previous update broke the app for iOS 6 users. Sorry, my mistake. It's quite hard to support older devices - I'm a solo developer and I don't have an iOS 6 device to test it on. I hope this version fixes the bug.
If there are any problems, please let me know using the 'Report a problem' button.
If you like this update, please consider leaving a review in the app store. It encourages me to keep adding new features to the app.
2.5.1
2016-01-29
Minor change to App Store icon
2.5
2016-01-20
I've added three new dictionaries:
• USA MW 2014 (OSPD5)
• USA Tournament 2014 (TWL14)
• International 2015 (CSW15)
You can change to one of the new dictionaries using the 'Settings' tab.
Other improvements:
• Improved the help information when choosing a dictionary (tap the Help button for a full description of the dictionaries)
• On iOS 8 upwards I can now detect if an iOS Definitions Dictionary hasn't yet been downloaded, and give appropriate help to download one
• Fixed a bug where the text entry boxes would sometimes disappear off the screen
If there are any problems, please let me know using the 'Report a problem' button in the app.
If you like this update, please consider leaving a review in the app store. It encourages me to keep adding new features to the app.
2.4
2014-07-08
"Rate on App Store" now works again.
If you tried to rate the app before but couldn't, it should work now. Sorry for the problems. I read every review, and I really appreciate them!
2.3
2013-12-03
A new look-and-feel if you're using iOS 7.
Don't lose definitions on iOS 7 - when you look up a definition you'll get instructions for how to download a dictionary.
2.2
2013-08-29
• fixed a few small bugs
• added a 'back' button to the 'Information' page as some people were unsure how to get back to the 'Find Words' page
2.1
2013-07-29
Bug fix: "Definition on Google" now works again
Bug fix: some menus had a green background making them hard to read
Sorry for breaking these in the last update :-(
2.0
2013-07-24
*** Sorry, there's a small bug in this version - "Definition on Google" doesn't work, and some of the menus have the wrong background making them hard to read. I've submitted a fix - Apple should approve it in the next few days. You might want to wait for that version before updating. Sorry! ***
Main change: iPad support!
I've finally added support for the iPad - iPad users will now see a multiple-column layout using the whole screen, and can see more words at once, and quickly navigate through the different options. I hope you like it.
Also:
• Updated the Words With Friends dictionary to match updates to the WWF app
• Fixed an occasional crash when starting the app
• Fixed a problem where the app would freeze if you started it on an iPad held in the "landscape" (sideways) orientation
• Removed the "Report this word" button as many people were tapping it accidentally. You can still report dictionary problems using the "Report a problem" button on the Information page.
1.3
2012-11-25
Support for iPhone 5 and iOS6.
Update dictionaries to most recent versions.
Fixed a bug where the 'Info' tab would sometimes appear repeatedly.
1.2
2012-05-12
Minor bug fixes/improvements:
* Bug fix: For a few users the 'Information' screen was being shown automatically every time they started the app. It is only supposed to be shown automatically if there is new information on that page.
* Improvement: add more detailed information in the 'This word isn't valid' email to help me sort out dictionary problems.
Also, apologies to those who found the previous update confusing. The new 'Alongside' results have bumped the 'Extending' and 'Crossing' results to further down the page - but they are still there if you scroll down!
If you need further help, just use the 'Report a problem' button in the app to email me!
1.1
2012-04-26
WARNING: DO NOT UPDATE UNLESS YOUR DEVICE IS RUNNING IOS 4.2 OR ABOVE!
If you do upgrade, the app may be deleted, and the only way to get it back is if you have a backup of your iTunes data on your computer!
I tried hard to make this update work on iOS 3, but almost all the new features rely on iOS4 :-(
Note: if you had problems with the previous version suggesting words that didn't work in your game, please try this new version. I have created a wizard that helps you select the correct dictionary to hopefully eliminate this problem.
New features:
* lateral results (words alongside existing words forming lots of 2-letter words)
* find words that fit between two or more existing words on the board
* wizard to help you select the correct game and dictionary
* 3 new dictionaries (CSW2012, OSPD4, generic) in addition to TWL2006, CSW2007 and WWF
* lists of useful words (2-letter words, Q without U, etc)
* many word definitions are now built-in without needing internet access (iOS 5 devices only)
* quickly scroll through word lists using the index on the right
* option to send an email direct to the author so I can help you promptly with any problems
* context-sensitive help throughout the app
Bug fixes:
* the letters you enter are now saved when you stop and restart the app
* fix occasional crashes when viewing lists of words