Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 Change Log

Attention all VTiger CRM enthusiasts! The much-anticipated release of VTiger CRM 7.5.0 (open source) is finally here, packed with numerous improvements and new features. The standout enhancements of Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 include PHP 8.x support and Mail Converter Custom actions, which greatly elevate its functionality and efficiency

Moreover, this update features an impressive tally of 45+ issue fixes and 30+ enhancement submissions, ensuring a more reliable and efficient experience. Without further ado, let’s dive into some of the most prominent new features, bug fixes and improvements of Vtiger CRM 7.5.0

Release Details

Version: 7.5.0
Download Link: vTiger CRM 7.5.0
Release Date: November 24, 2022
Official Announcement: Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 GA Release — Vtiger

Feature & Improvement Summary

Features & Updates

1. Vtiger CRM 7.5.0. now supports PHP 8.X
2. The process of invoice creation is improved
3. FastMail compatibility update
4. Custom email converter actions are supported now
5. Create recurring invoices from the detailed view
6. reCAPTCHA v1 API update
7. Improved Global search
8. Additional columns in Minilists

Fixes Summary

Fixes

9. Related listview query correction.
10. Migration script fix from 6.x to 7.0</li>
11. “Day starts at”, now reflects correctly in the calendar
12. Workflow entry with a null value in the test column
13. Document not being sent due to missing file path value fixed
14. Multi-picklist field in quick record creation is fixed
15. Calendar sync only works from Vtiger to google and not vice versa is fixed
16. Layout breakage because of UIType 10 field is fixed
17. Date selection filter in reports and in the list view of records is fixed
18. Emails being sent to a single recipient even though if multiple recipients selected bug is also fixed

Fixed, Feature & Improvement Details

1. Vtiger CRM 7.5.0. now supports PHP 8.X
   Key highlight being out-of-box support for PHP 8.x, bringing in a whole new level of capabilities and enhancements to the platform. Moreover, this update also marks the removal of the building array function. To further extend the functionality of Vtiger CRM, the Smarty and adodb libraries have also received an upgrade. With PHP 8.X support, removal of outdated functions, and upgraded libraries, Vtiger CRM is now better than ever before.
   Reference: #1648
2. The process of invoice creation is improved 
   Vtiger 7.5.0 also addressed a bottleneck issue that was slowing down the invoice creation process on large databases. This issue was caused by a missing index on vtiger_inventorychargesrel and is fixed now. Thanks to this fix, the process of invoice creation is now significantly accelerated, resulting in improved performance.
   Reference: #1743
3. FastMail compatibility update
   FastMail implemented stricter security protocols, mandating the use of app passwords and SSL connections over port 993. Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 now supports FastMail connections over SSL with app passwords. This means that Vtiger CRM users can seamlessly connect to their FastMail accounts while adhering to the new security protocols.
   Reference: #1738
4. Custom email converter actions are supported now
   Another robust enhancement that is introduced in Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 is the ability to add custom actions to the mail converter. This feature is quite similar to the custom workflow actions. This feature provides greater control and more customization option in regard to the email communication.
   Reference: #1639
5. Create recurring invoices from the detailed view
   Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 enables users to create all recurring invoices directly from the details view action. It reduces the time and effort required to create and manage  recurring invoices.
6. reCAPTCHA v1 API update
   Vtiger CRM 7.5.0, has introduced an update related to the reCAPTCHA used in the webforms. Specifically, the reCAPTCHA used in webforms has been updated due to Google’s recent shutdown of the previously used reCAPTCHA v1 API. This enhancement makes Vtiger webforms more secure against spam and bots.
   Reference: #954
7. Improved Global search
   Users noticed that global search in previous versions of Vtiger took a bit extra time to show results, particularly when dealing with large databases. In Vtiger CRM 7.5.0, global search feature is optimized and its speed is improved
   Reference: #1688
8. Additional columns in minilists
   Users can now add up to 4 columns to the minilists, which was previously limited to only 2 columns. It allows CRM admins to display more data into the minilists and users can absorb more information in a single glance.
   Reference: #1589
   
9. Related listview query correction.
   Previously, the record-Id from the request was unclean and susceptible to SQL injections when used in related listview queries. However, this issue has now been resolved, resulting in more fortified security of the CRM
   Reference: #1675
10. Migration script fix from 6.x to 7.0
    During the migration process from version 660 to 700, there was a breakdown caused by the unresponsiveness of the Field_Model instance when accessed by ID without a reference to the Module_Model. Fortunately, this issue has now been addressed and resolved
    Reference: #1673
11. Calendar “Day starts at”, now reflects correctly 
    The calendar “Day starts at” time changed from preference does not reflect in the calendar view. The screenshot below indicates the calendar start date at 8:00 am (as per user configuration).
    Reference: #1715
    
12. Workflow entry with a null value in the test column
    The database shows an error when attempting to insert a workflow entry with a null value in the test column. This issue is also fixed now
    Reference: #1671
13. Document not being sent due to missing file path value fixed
    In previous versions of Vtiger CRM, emails containing CRM documents as attachments were not being sent out due to missing file path values. However, this bug is fixed now
    Reference: #1506
14. Multi-picklist field in quick record creation is fixed
    Previously, in Vtiger CRM, values selected for a multi-picklist field in the quick record creation form were not saved properly. This bug is fixed in Vtiger CRM 7.5.0, now all the values selected for the multi-picklist field in quick record creation are saved and can be viewed in the detail view of the record
    Reference: #1689
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15. Calendar sync only works from Vtiger to google and not vice versa is fixed 
    In previous versions of Vtiger, because of a bug, calendar sync only works from Vtiger to google. That is why the new events added to the google events are not synced back to the Vtiger CRM. This bug is resolved in Vtiger CRM 7.5.0 and now the sync takes place in both directions
    Reference: #1677
16. Layout breakage because of UIType 10 field is fixed
    A bug causing layout breakage when UIType 10 field is edited in the detail view of a record is also fixed in Vtiger CRM 7.5.0
    Reference: #1657
17. Date selection filter in reports and in the list view of records is fixed
    Previously, in Vtiger CRM, when using the ‘between’ option in date selection filters, the filter would break. This issue was faced in both reports and the list view of records for every module. This bug is also fixed in Vtiger CRM 7.5.0
    Reference: #1666 & #1638
18. Emails being sent to a single recipient even though if multiple recipients selected bug is also fixed 
    Previously, in Vtiger CRM, there was a bug where emails were only being sent to a single recipient even if multiple recipients were selected in the ‘To:’ field. This issue is also fixed now
    Reference: #1559 

VTExperts Extensions Compatibility with vTiger CRM 7.5.0

We are continuously working on making VTExperts extension compatible with the vTiger CRM 7.5.0 and PHP 8. Following is a table showing compatibility progress of VTExperts extensions with PHP 7.4 and older versions, PHP 8 and vTiger 7.5.0

You can also check the vTiger CRM 7.5.0 announcement Here