Release: 04-04-2026 at 07:24PM
This is a major update that introduces powerful new text and metadata tools, cloud settings synchronization through Arctisoft Hub, a redesigned Auto-Tag and settings interface, a brand-new installer experience, and dozens of stability and visual improvements.
Text Tools - Find & Replace, Case Conversion, File Patterns
A new Text Tools window (Ctrl+H) combines three powerful metadata editing operations into a single interface with live preview.
- Find & Replace: Search and replace text across 8 metadata fields (Performer, Album Artist, Album, Genre, Composer, Publisher, Description, Copyright) with optional case-sensitive matching. Preview all changes before applying.
- Case Conversion: Convert metadata text to Title Case, UPPERCASE, lowercase, or Sentence case across selected fields. Useful for cleaning up inconsistent capitalization from imported tags.
- File Pattern Tool: Extract metadata from filenames (
Ctrl+Shift+T) or rename files based on their metadata tags (Ctrl+Shift+R) using customizable pattern placeholders like%artist% - %album% - %track%.
CSV Export & Import - Bulk Metadata Management
A new CSV Export/Import window allows metadata to be managed in external spreadsheet tools.
- Export: Select which metadata fields to include, preview the output, and export metadata from all loaded files to a CSV file.
- Import: Load a CSV file, match rows to files by filename or full path, preview the matched data, and apply imported metadata to matching files in bulk.
- Field Selection: Individual checkboxes for all 18 metadata fields allow precise control over what gets exported or imported.
Cover Art Search - Online Artwork Lookup
A new Cover Art Search window lets you search for album artwork by artist and album name.
- Online Search: Queries MusicBrainz and other sources to find high-quality cover art matching the entered artist and album.
- Thumbnail Preview: Search results are displayed as thumbnail previews for easy comparison before selecting.
- Direct Embedding: Select a cover and apply it directly to your files without needing to save the image separately.
Cloud Settings Sync - Arctisoft Hub Integration
MetaEdit Plus now synchronizes your tag settings to the cloud through Arctisoft Hub.
- Automatic sync: When Arctisoft Hub is installed, your settings are loaded from the cloud on launch and saved back when changed.
- Shared authentication: No separate login required — MetaEdit Plus uses your existing Arctisoft Hub session.
- What gets synced: ID3v2 version, text encoding, cover image settings, tag retention options, and auto-tag scope.
Auto-Tag - Redesigned Interface
The Auto-Tag window has been significantly redesigned for a more professional look and better usability.
- Updated search sources: VGMdb and Wikipedia lookups have been removed. Auto-Tag now uses AcoustID (audio fingerprinting), MusicBrainz (metadata), and iTunes (cover art and fallback) as its three search sources.
- 5x2 result grid: Search results are now displayed in a 5-column by 2-row grid layout, showing more matches at a glance compared to the previous list view.
- Cover art preview: Album artwork is displayed prominently in search results for easier identification.
Settings - Visual Overhaul
The Settings window has been redesigned to match the Auto-Tag window style.
- Gold section headers: Settings categories now use gold-colored headers consistent with the overall application theme.
- Improved reliability: Settings are now properly saved and restored on startup, including all cover image and tag retention options.
Sidebar - Refreshed Icons & Hover States
The sidebar navigation has been updated with new icons and interactive hover effects.
- Golden hover icons: All sidebar buttons now display golden-tinted icon variants on hover, replacing the previous static appearance.
- New sidebar items: Added Text Tools and CSV Import/Export buttons alongside the existing Auto-Tag and Settings buttons.
- Streamlined navigation: The Open GitHub and Check Updates buttons have been removed. Updates are now handled through Arctisoft Hub.
File Search
A new search bar has been added to the file list panel.
- Live filtering: Type in the search box (
Ctrl+F) to instantly filter the file list by filename. Filtering is case-insensitive and updates as you type. - Clear behavior: Clearing the search box restores the full file list.
Installer Improvements
- Redesigned installer: The installer has been completely rebuilt with a new dark-themed UI that matches the MetaEdit Plus design language.
- Smaller footprint: Significantly reduced install size through optimized packaging and a lightweight uninstaller.
- Arctisoft Hub integration: The installer can optionally download and install Arctisoft Hub alongside MetaEdit Plus.
- Seamless upgrades: Automatically detects and removes previous installations before proceeding.
Bug Fixes
- Cover art display: Fixed an issue where cover art thumbnails did not render with proper rounded corners.
- Settings dropdowns: Fixed an issue where dropdowns in the Settings window would not close when scrolling.
Note: If you encounter any bugs or issues, please don't hesitate to open an issue. For any questions or to start a discussion, feel free to initiate a discussion on the GitHub repository.