--- title: "What's new" --- ``` *Purpose Summary. What is this page about?* This page lists the most notable new features and enhancements introduced in recent Aspose.Words for Python via .NET releases, organized by version and feature category. ``` This page describes the most interesting new Aspose.Words features introduced in recent releases. ## Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.5, 26.6 Aspose.Words 26.5 introduces new digital signing and document importing capabilities, improves HTML and field rendering, and enhances support for AAT-enabled fonts in fixed-page output formats. Aspose.Words 26.6 introduces printing support for Windows-specific .NET target frameworks, expands document customization capabilities, and improves PDF export quality and form field handling. This release also enhances table layout rendering and PDF hyphenation behavior. ### Converting, Loading, and Saving Documents #### PDF Export * Seamless export of datetime form fields to PDF, ensuring accurate transfer of date and time data, has been enabled. 26.6 * Support for JavaScript triggers for date/time fields in PDF AcroForms forms has been introduced. This makes exported forms more interactive and responsive. 26.6 * Hyphenation rendering has been improved. If the font does not contain an optional hyphen (U+00AD), a visual hyphen is now automatically used, while the text remains fully searchable. 26.6 * The overall quality of PDF output has been improved by fully preserving date picker content controls. 26.6 ### Rendering #### EQ Fields 26.5 * Support for Far East vertical orientation in HTML within EQ fields has been introduced. * Improved visual rendering of the EQ field’s frame has been implemented. #### AAT-enabled Fonts 26.5 Improved handling of AAT-enabled fonts when rendering to fixed-page formats has been implemented. #### Printing in .NET Core Apps Running on Windows 26.6 The ability to use **Document.Print** and related printing APIs in .NET Core applications running on Windows has been introduced by adding Windows-specific target framework monikers (net6.0-windows and net8.0-windows) to the NuGet package. ### Other * The ability to configure various additional digital signing options has been introduced. 26.5 * The ability to import nodes with expanded formatting options has been introduced. 26.5 * The ability to clear custom toolbars and keyboard shortcuts from a document has been introduced by adding a **new method** for resetting and protecting document settings. 26.6 * The handling of repeated table header rows has been improved to provide more consistent rendering and layout in multi-page tables. 26.6 ``` Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.5 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-5-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.6 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-6-release-notes/). ``` ## Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.1, 26.2, 26.3, 26.4 Aspose.Words 26.1 introduces Docling JSON export, enhances AI and document merging capabilities, and significantly improves PDF compliance for fields. Aspose.Words 26.2 improves chart customization, enhances the visual quality of mathematical equations, and aligns table layout behavior more closely with modern Microsoft Word rendering logic. Aspose.Words for .NET 26.3 introduces improvements to AI integration, enhances document optimization capabilities, and updates font fallback handling for improved rendering of CJK Unified Ideographs Extension G range. Aspose.Words 26.4 introduces improvements in PDF export and chart rendering capabilities. ### AI-powered Features #### Direct Instantiation of Google AI Models 26.1 The ability to work directly with Google AI models has been introduced by enabling [direct instantiation of the GoogleAiModel class](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.ai/googleaimodel/__init__/) in the **Aspose.Words.AI** namespace. #### Improved OpenAiModel Capabilities 26.3 The ability to create an instance of the [OpenAiModel](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.ai/openaimodel/) class directly has been introduced, simplifying the integration of OpenAI-based AI features into document processing workflows. ### Supported Formats #### New Docling JSON Export Format 26.1 The ability to export documents to the **Docling JSON format** has been introduced. ### Converting, Loading, and Saving Documents #### Improved PDF Logical Structure 26.4 The ability to improve PDF logical structure by exporting node custom IDs to custom attributes during PDF export has been introduced. ### Rendering #### Extended PDF Conformance Standards 26.1 The **PdfSaveOptions** functionality has been extended by the [preserve_form_fields](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/pdfsaveoptions/preserve_form_fields/) property to be compatible with all PDF compliance standards (including PDF/A and PDF/UA). #### EQ-matrix MathML Elements Rendering 26.2 The rendering of EQ-matrix MathML elements has been improved to achieve higher visual fidelity in mathematical content. #### Orientation And Rotation of Chart Titles and Axis Titles 26.2 The ability to control the [orientation](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.drawing.charts/charttitle/orientation/) and [rotation](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.drawing.charts/charttitle/rotation/) of chart titles and axis titles has been introduced, allowing more flexible and precise chart layout customization. #### Font Fallback Table for CJK Unified Ideographs Extension G range 26.3 Rendering accuracy has been improved by updating the Microsoft Office font fallback table for the CJK Unified Ideographs Extension G range, ensuring more reliable font substitution when rendering documents containing these characters. #### Enhanced Chart Rendering 26.4 The ability to enhance chart rendering has been introduced by adding support for funnel chart [data labels](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.drawing.charts/chartdatalabelcollection/), applying chart style settings to leader line rendering, and using locale IDs when rendering default axis titles in DrawingML charts. ### Other * The handling of adjacent tables has been updated by implementing the latest Microsoft Word logic for merging or separating tables during layout processing. 26.2 * The document optimization capabilities have been improved by extending the [join_runs_with_same_formatting](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words/document/join_runs_with_same_formatting/#default) method, enabling more comprehensive content merging. 26.3 ``` Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.1 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-1-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.2 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-2-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.3 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-3-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 26.4 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2026/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-26-4-release-notes/). ``` ## Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.9, 25.10, 25.11, 25.12 Aspose.Words 25.9 enhances document loading reliability, expands shape and text formatting, and improves Markdown export with math support. Aspose.Words 25.10 introduces enhancements to text and PDF exports and improves accessibility compliance. Aspose.Words 25.11 expands AI integration capabilities, as well as enhances Markdown export. Aspose.Words 25.12 improves rendering accuracy across PDF, HTML-Fixed, and SVG formats, adds support for Variable Fonts and Funnel charts, and enhances text orientation handling in field rendering. ### AI-powered Features #### Сonfigure AI Model Service Endpoints 25.11 The ability to configure [AI model](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.ai/aimodel/) service endpoints has been introduced by adding support for specifying [custom URLs](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.ai/aimodel/url/) and [request timeouts](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.ai/aimodel/timeout/), allowing greater flexibility in AI-powered integrations. ### Converting, Loading, and Saving Documents #### Control How Corrupted Documents Are Opened 25.9 The ability to control how corrupted documents are opened has been introduced by adding a new [recovery_mode](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.loading/loadoptions/recovery_mode/) option. #### Export Mathematical Equations to LaTeX Expression The ability to export mathematical equations (Office Math) to LaTeX expressions has been introduced: * For export to Markdown format using the [MarkdownSaveOptions.office_math_export_mode](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/markdownsaveoptions/office_math_export_mode/) property. 25.9 * For export to TXT format using the [TxtSaveOptions.office_math_export_mode](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/txtsaveoptions/office_math_export_mode/) property. 25.10 #### Improved Document Conversion Fidelity to Markdown 25.11 The fidelity of document conversion to Markdown has been improved by enabling the [export of OfficeMath objects](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/markdownofficemathexportmode/) into LaTeX format, ensuring compatibility with MarkItDown renderers. #### Control Floating Shape Tagging When Exporting to PDF 25.10 A new save option [export_floating_shapes_as_inline_tag](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/pdfsaveoptions/export_floating_shapes_as_inline_tag/) has been added to provide precise control over the tagging of floating shapes as either inline or block-level elements, improving layout accuracy and accessibility. #### PDF/UA Export & Accessibility 25.10 Compliance with PDF/UA standards has been improved by correctly tagging horizontal rules as artifacts, enhancing a better experience for users of assistive technologies. #### Handle Relative Hyperlinks When Exporting to PDF 25.12 The ability to correctly resolve and handle relative hyperlinks when exporting to PDF has been introduced by adding Base URI processing during document export. ### Rendering #### Fine-tune Shadow Effects 25.9 The ability to fine-tune [shadow effects](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.drawing/shadowformat/) has been enhanced by introducing new public properties. #### Support for Variable Fonts When Saving Documents to SVG and Html-Fixed 25.12 Robust support for Variable Fonts when saving documents to SVG and Html-Fixed formats has been added, ensuring that different font variations (including weight, width, and other parameters) defined within a single font file render correctly. #### Render Funnel Charts 25.12 The ability to render Funnel charts in documents has been added. #### Render VerticalFarEast and HorizontalRotatedFarEast Text Orientations in EQ-field 25.12 The ability to render **VerticalFarEast** and **HorizontalRotatedFarEast** text orientations in EQ-field elements has been introduced. ``` Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.9 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-9-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.10 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-10-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.11 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-11-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.12 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-12-release-notes/). ``` ## Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.5, 25.6, 25.7, 25.8 Aspose.Words 25.5 enhances chart customization with new styling options and improves Markdown export by offering control over how empty paragraphs are handled. Aspose.Words 25.6 enhances rendering precision and visualization features by introducing advanced image export options, improved MathML handling, and better chart representation. Aspose.Words 25.7 introduces flexible table row visibility and richer typography with OpenType Font Variations. Aspose.Words 25.8 expands capabilities for Markdown import/export, enhances Find and Replace with an option to ignore Office Math objects, and provides greater control over page extraction. ### Converting, Loading, and Saving Documents #### Export Empty Paragraphs to Markdown 25.5 The ability to control how empty paragraphs are exported to Markdown has been introduced by adding the [MarkdownEmptyParagraphExportMode](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/markdownemptyparagraphexportmode/) enumeration and the [empty_paragraph_export_mode](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/markdownsaveoptions/empty_paragraph_export_mode/) property. #### Export Multi-page Documents to Raster Image Formats 25.6 The ability to export multi-page documents to raster image formats (such as PNG and JPEG) with [customizable layouts](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/multipagelayout/) - Horizontal, Vertical, or Grid - has been introduced by extending image export functionality. #### Export Non-compatible Tables to Raw HTML 25.8 The ability to control how non-compatible tables are rendered when exporting to raw HTML has been introduced by adding the new [MarkdownExportAsHtml](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.saving/markdownexportashtml/) enumeration. #### Specify Character for Soft Line Breaks When Importing to Markdown 25.8 The ability to specify a character for soft line breaks when importing to Markdown has been introduced by adding the new **sof_line_break_character** property. ### Rendering #### Setting the Chart Style 25.5 The ability to set the chart style has been introduced by adding the **ChartStyle** enumeration and the **style** property. #### Rendering Connector Lines in MathML Expressions 25.6 The rendering of connector lines in MathML expressions has been implemented to ensure more accurate and visually consistent display of mathematical formulas. #### Rendering Legends for Waterfall Charts 25.6 The rendering of legends for ["Waterfall" charts](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.drawing.charts/chartseriestype/) has been introduced, increasing data transparency and improving the interpretability of these charts. #### Support for OpenType Font Variations 25.7 Initial support for OpenType Font Variations has been implemented, allowing for more flexible and expressive typographic rendering. ### Other * The ability to wrap mathematical formulas containing multiple slashes has been enhanced, improving layout clarity and formula legibility. 25.6 * The ability to programmatically show or hide specific table rows has been introduced by adding the **Row.Hidden** property. 25.7 * A new **ignore_office_math** property has been added to ignore Office Math objects when searching and replacing. 25.8 * New options have been added to the [PageExtractOptions](https://reference.aspose.com/words/python-net/aspose.words.pageextractoptions/) class to provide more control over the page extraction process. 25.8 ``` Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.5 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-5-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.6 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-6-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.7 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-7-release-notes/). Learn more about [Aspose.Words for Python via .NET 25.8 Release Notes](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/2025/aspose-words-for-python-via-dotnet-25-8-release-notes/). ``` ## See Also ``` This page contains the latest release news for the past 2 years. For details on earlier releases, see the [Release Notes'](https://releases.aspose.com/words/python/release-notes/) pages in the relevant sections. ```