On September 14th, 2023, HCL Nomad Web 1.0.9 was released. A glance at the past release schedules reveals a consistent adherence to the planned quarterly release rhythm. This version, in particular, brings to the table some intriguing new features. Additionally, 25 known issues have been addressed and resolved, showcasing the team’s commitment to refining and enhancing the user experience. Stay tuned as we delve deeper into what this release has to offer.
What’s New in HCL Nomad Web 1.0.9
Information Box Support
In the latest release of HCL Nomad for web browsers, users will notice the introduction of the Information Box feature. These boxes are instrumental in displaying various properties such as Application Properties, Document Properties, Database Properties, Text Properties, and Workspace Properties. Unlike in HCL Notes where the information box appears as a free-floating dialog, it is conveniently docked on the right side, in HCL Nomad for a streamlined user experience.
Enhanced File Import Capabilities
The File > Import functionality has received a significant boost in this release. Users can now import a broader range of file types that were previously unsupported. For a comprehensive list of these enhancements and any potential limitations, please read the “Limitations” page.
Domino Restyle Updates
- User-Supplied Themes: Restyle has upped its game by allowing users to apply their custom themes. These themes can be stored in a shared database for easy access. Dive into the process of customizing these themes with Restyle here.
- Application Icon Import: Users now have the flexibility to import a unique application icon. Detailed instructions on this can be found under the “Create icon in Domino Restyle for Notes applications” section in the Notes documentation.
- Enhancements in Shared Fields and Columns: Both shared fields and shared columns have received a fresh restyle, enhancing their appearance and functionality. More on this can be explored in the “Settings in the Restyle wizard” section.
- Updated Icons for Action Buttons and View Column Icons: For those looking to refresh the look of their action buttons and view column icons, this release offers updated icons. The process to apply these icons is detailed in the “Settings in the Restyle wizard” section.
- Selective Restyling: Users can now choose to restyle only specific portions of their application, offering more control over the design process. Instructions on this feature can be found in the “Settings in the Restyle wizard” section.
- User-Supplied Typography: In a move to offer more personalization, Restyle now supports user-supplied typography. Learn how to customize typography with Restyle here.
Take a look at the complete documentation to learn more about the Restyle feature.
25 Fixes in HCL Nomad Web 1.0.9
The most recent version of HCL Nomad Web boasts 25 fixes, and that alone makes a compelling reason to recommend updating to this current version. For those interested in the specifics, you’ll find a detailed list of the documented fixes below, along with the corresponding KBase article. Dive in to understand the improvements and enhancements this update brings.
| Issue Identifiers | Defect Article | Details |
| NWASM-5045 | KB0107486 | Attachments are not being searched when including attachments for Full Text Indexing when creating a local replica |
| NWASM-5273 | KB0107475 | Text alignment issues for pre-formatted text in drop-down menus and list boxes |
| NWASM-5274 | KB0107472 | Drop-down menu positioning in dialogs is incorrect |
| NWASM-5275 | KB0107492 | Field with “Native OS Style” with “allow multiple lines” disabled allows newlines |
| NWASM-5292 | KB0105359 | Combo box on a layer steals clicks intended for other components |
| NWASM-5339 | KB0107490 | The scroll bar for a tabbed table with embedded views on a dialog is shown below the table |
| NWASM-5364 | KB0107504 | Change password menu option should only be available if Nomad Shared Login is disabled |
| NWASM-5390 | KB0107485 | Quick Find and then change category chops search text to one character |
| NWASM-5440 | KB0107487 | File name containing & cannot be opened |
| NWASM-5456 | KB0106509 | Date fields not displayed the same way in Notes and Nomad for web browsers |
| NWASM-5511 | KB0106416 | Password field with Native OS style doesn’t mask the characters |
| NWASM-5512 | KB0107471 | Behavior of “Dialog List” Field on Nomad for web browsers is not similar to that of Notes Client |
| NWASM-5604 | KB0106415 | IME does not work in native input controls if the controls are on dialogs |
| NWASM-5605 | KB0106594 | File truncated error attaching multiple files with the same name |
| NWASM-5614 | KB0106403 | Firefox “View Saved Logins” pop up seen for all text fields if a password field is rendered anywhere on the page |
| NWASM-5615 | KB0106411 | When in a password field, tab is added to the input string rather than navigating between fields |
| NWASM-5631 | KB0106407 | NotesUIWorkspace.SaveFileDialog filter string may appear corrupted for non-ASCII characters |
| NWASM-5654 | KB0106410 | NotesUIWorkspace.SaveFileDialog does not appear if no filter is provided |
| NWASM-5659 | KB0106408 | Crash when reopening a document with a bitmap as the background of the form |
| NWASM-5694 | N/A | Documentation incorrectly stated that LotusScript Lock and Unlock were unsupported when they are supported. |
| NWASM-5710 | KB0107011 | IME in dialogs does not work for the first character |
| NWASM-5725 | KB0106762 | Cannot save a file with non-ASCII characters using LotusScript |
| NWASM-5727 | KB0106760 | Unable to attach a file with a comma in the file name |
| NWASM-5732 | KB0106936 | Diagonal line is drawn across a button when highlighted |
| NWASM-5756 | KB0107422 | Nomad client setups through Nomad server on Domino fail when the mail server name includes non-ASCII characters |
| NWASM-5980 | KB0107574 | A Regular Expression Denial of Service (ReDoS) vulnerability in semver affects HCL Nomad server on Domino (CVE-2022-25883) |
| NWASM-5981 | KB0107575 | A Prototype Pollution vulnerability in protobuf.js affects HCL Nomad server on Domino (CVE-2023-36665) |
Please find the complete HCL Nomad server on Domino 1.0.x Release Notes here.
Download Resources
You can download Nomad Web 1.0.9 through the familiar HCL Flexnet. And the recently introduced new download portal? Unfortunately, you can’t find the current version there yet, but it’s worth to have a look there every now and then to see if it will be available at a later time. This new portal offers faster download speeds and a much more user-friendly interface.
- MY HCLSoftware: MyHCLtechsw.com
- Flexnet: HCL License & Download Portal
No HCL Nomad Web 1.0.9 for Domino 12.0.1
Some of you might have already noticed. If you’re looking to download HCL Nomad Web 1.0.9 for your Domino 12.0.1 server, you’ll find yourself at a dead end. Initially, we suspected this might have been an oversight on HCL’s part. However, recent communication from HCL has clarified that, as of now, there are no plans to release Nomad Web 1.0.9 for Domino Server 12.0.1.
The Ultimate Administrator’s Guide to HCL Nomad Web
We recently conducted a webinar “The Ultimate Administrator’s Guide to HCL Nomad Web.” If you haven’t had much exposure to HCL Nomad Web so far, the recorded session provides an overview of its infrastructure and the prerequisites for its operation. The webinar recording is available to you in both German and English.
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