Updates to JW Library (iOS, Android, Windows)

[Floyd]

6 hours ago, osito said:

I understand, what I meant is that yes, I have sent my comments but I would like several of you to send an email so that they can add a true dark mode to the application, something like this.Could everyone who is watching write to the branch so they can hopefully hear us?

 

Its almost unreadable for me. I have to really concentrate to see the white letters.

[carlos]

8 hours ago, osito said:

I understand, what I meant is that yes, I have sent my comments but I would like several of you to send an email so that they can add a true dark mode to the application, something like this.Could everyone who is watching write to the branch so they can hopefully hear us?

 

 

I'm not sure I'm understanding. There is already an Appearance setting on JW Library which allows light mode, dark mode or follow the system. 

 

Is that different than what you are suggesting?

 

[osito]

6 hours ago, Floyd said:

 

Es casi ilegible para mí. Tengo que concentrarme mucho para ver las letras blancas.

That's why the current gray color would exist, the option to enter a true dark mode and the light mode 

[osito]

5 hours ago, carlos said:

 

No estoy seguro de entenderlo. Ya existe una configuración de apariencia en JW Library que permite usar el modo claro, el modo oscuro o seguir el sistema. 

 

¿Es esto diferente a lo que usted sugiere?

 

No, what I mean is how it appears in the capture that there are three options, the factory option if you have an AMOLED screen you appreciate having a darker color, hence the total black theme and the s mode From the system, that is based on whether you have dark mode on your cell phone or light, it is different if you look at the captures that I put in one you can see Gray and activating the option gives you a darker overall tone, that's why I would need help sending your comments to the branch and come and add this option. 

[WestBro]

2 hours ago, osito said:

No, what I mean is how it appears in the capture that there are three options, the factory option if you have an AMOLED screen you appreciate having a darker color, hence the total black theme and the s mode From the system, that is based on whether you have dark mode on your cell phone or light, it is different if you look at the captures that I put in one you can see Gray and activating the option gives you a darker overall tone, that's why I would need help sending your comments to the branch and come and add this option. 

 

You can do this yourself.

 

Send an email to jwlibrary@jw.org.

 

If possible, you can attach screenshots and provide your device model and OS version.

 

I've already sent them a few times. Interestingly, some of my suggestions were later implemented (but I'll be honest and say it wasn't just because I suggested it) 😅

 

In fact, the organization is attentive to the needs of its members and certainly already has several ideas for improving the app.

[osito]

9 hours ago, WestBro said:

 

Puedes hacerlo tú mismo.

 

Envíe un correo electrónico a jwlibrary@jw.org .

 

Si es posible, puede adjuntar capturas de pantalla y proporcionar el modelo de su dispositivo y la versión del sistema operativo.

 

Ya los he enviado varias veces. Curiosamente, algunas de mis sugerencias se implementaron después (aunque, para ser sincero, no fue solo porque yo lo sugerí) . 😅

 

De hecho, la organización está atenta a las necesidades de sus miembros y seguramente ya tiene varias ideas para mejorar la aplicación.

Yes brother. Yes I have done it but I send it to Bethel directly because I sent it to jw@jwlibrary and well they only sent me an email thanks for the suggestions and that's all, and well at least in Bethel they did They respond and I reiterate that what I only ask is that we send emails together so that features can be added more quickly or at least the development team has them in mind, why isn't it?Easy to develop a feature. What do you think they're cooking up for the app? 

[bvr]

5 hours ago, osito said:

Yes brother. Yes I have done it but I send it to Bethel directly because I sent it to jw@jwlibrary and well they only sent me an email thanks for the suggestions and that's all, and well at least in Bethel they did They respond and I reiterate that what I only ask is that we send emails together so that features can be added more quickly or at least the development team has them in mind, why isn't it?Easy to develop a feature. What do you think they're cooking up for the app? 

 

You may want to rewatch this and see why it takes a while to develop new features:

Behind the Scenes of JW Library

 

Also, we have to remember that right now the Sign Language field is being migrated from the Sign Language app to the JW Library app. Their current priority is gathering feedback from that field and making sure the JW Library app fully meets their needs before the Sign Language app is retired. Only then can they shift to another major project.

Of course, there are several divisions overseeing different features of the app. They are also testing various features that may be released next year or sooner, depending on the project timeline. Release dates often change based on the complexity of each feature.

[osito]

Hace 5 horas, bvr dijo:

 

Quizás quieras volver a ver esto y entender por qué lleva tiempo desarrollar nuevas funciones:

Entre bastidores de la Biblioteca JW

 

Además, debemos recordar que actualmente el área de Lengua de Señas se está migrando de la aplicación de Lengua de Señas a la aplicación de la Biblioteca JW. Su prioridad actual es recopilar comentarios de ese área y asegurarse de que la aplicación de la Biblioteca JW satisfaga plenamente sus necesidades antes de que se retire la aplicación de Lengua de Señas. Solo entonces podrán dedicarse a otro proyecto importante.

Por supuesto, varias divisiones supervisan las diferentes funciones de la aplicación. También están probando diversas funciones que podrían lanzarse el próximo año o antes, según el cronograma del proyecto. Las fechas de lanzamiento suelen variar según la complejidad de cada función.

I really appreciate your response. I've seen that video quite a few times, in fact I wish they would release an updated one with a feature like they used to do before about what new features might come to the app.While it's true that sign language siblings will migrate until the end of the year, it's true, but we have to be patient.What really caught my attention in your message is that you mentioned that you are testing various functions in the application, I imagine in the form of an internal beta. Now my question is if you can't give a preview of what "things are being tested" because I like how I said the news and I hope they can improve the aesthetic things to the application not only errors By the way, how do you know about the subdivisions? Do you work in Betel? I look forward to your answers. 

[carlos]

6 hours ago, osito said:

What really caught my attention in your message is that you mentioned that you are testing various functions in the application, I imagine in the form of an internal beta. Now my question is if you can't give a preview of what "things are being tested" because I like how I said the news and I hope they can improve the aesthetic things to the application not only errors

 

Osito, the brother didn't say he is testing various functions but that they, that is, the brothers developing JW Library at the branch, are testing different functions.

 

On the other hand, if anyone here is working with the branch to test beta versions, obviously they wouldn't be allowed to share anything until that new version is released. Please do not ask the friends to reveal confidential information.

[osito]

On 24/8/2025 at 17:11, carlos said:

 

Osito, el hermano no dijo que está probando varias funciones sino que ellos , es decir los hermanos que están desarrollando JW Library en la sucursal, están probando diferentes funciones.

 

Por otro lado, si alguien aquí colabora con la rama para probar versiones beta, obviamente no podrá compartir nada hasta el lanzamiento de la nueva versión. Por favor, no pidan a sus amigos que revelen información confidencial.

I won't say any more on the subject. I understand and excuse my emotion. I only ask that those who can please send an email to betel to add support for a true dark mode. I already did it and sent it. Yesterday I hope they can help with that and implement it.

[shali]

Just a side note - that 20 second lag I've been having with the video's in JWLibrary for the last year and a half mysteriously disappeared this week, must of been with the last update.  My video's start in just a second or two now and the audio and video start at the same time and are in sync.  

[shali]

I still can't right click to copy and paste in the app.  Sometimes I can right click to copy (like in the study pane) but then I have to use hotkeys to paste.  

[ChrisC]

Update on Apple devices.

 

[AH173]

I've got it for my android devices also. 

Will try my windows devices when I get home. 

[osito]

2 hours ago, ChrisC said:

Update on Apple devices.

 

I know it says "change" there, but I compared two phones, one with the update and one without, and everything looks the same. So where's the change? I can't find it. 

[bvr]

1 hour ago, osito said:

I know it says "change" there, but I compared two phones, one with the update and one without, and everything looks the same. So where's the change? I can't find it. 

 

Click the show media button of each meeting materials, and on the top right-hand side, you will see a button called "more songs" which wasn't there before.

 

Expect some update delays with the JW Library for Windows because they are designed differently.

Edited August 29 by bvr

[osito]

Hace 4 horas, bvr dijo:

 

Haga clic en el botón Mostrar medios de cada material de reunión y, en la parte superior derecha, verá un botón llamado "más canciones" que antes no estaba allí.

 

Se esperan algunos retrasos en las actualizaciones de la Biblioteca JW para Windows porque están diseñados de manera diferente.

Gracias por la respuesta. ¿Crees que habrá un rediseño de la aplicación pronto? ¿Qué opinas? Espero con ansias el rediseño. La aplicación necesita mejorar algunos aspectos de UX e UI. 

 

I hope they soon add synchronization of the jwpub account and then the letters arrive or notify you. I think it's something ambitious. 

Edited August 30 by osito

[AH173]

18 hours ago, AH173 said:

I've got it for my android devices also. 

Will try my windows devices when I get home. 

Nothing as far as an update for JW Library for yesterday or today .

[Luigi62]

18 hours ago, AH173 said:

Nothing as far as an update for JW Library for yesterday or today .

The update appears in the corner.

[Richrecognition]

2 hours ago, Luigi62 said:

The update appears in the corner.

I love how I came here and saw brothers already responding to an inconvenience I had😄🤲🏽

 

This update is yet to arrive on desktop apps, though. We're patiently waiting. It's desperately needed in Audio/Video

[jwhess]

On 8/31/2025 at 5:14 AM, Richrecognition said:

I love how I came here and saw brothers already responding to an inconvenience I had😄🤲🏽

 

This update is yet to arrive on desktop apps, though. We're patiently waiting. It's desperately needed in Audio/Video

The update for the Windows desktop app is here.  It downloaded this morning.

[Qapla]

Edited Wednesday at 05:38 PM by Qapla

[AH173]

The windows jw library updated for me as well. 

It's back to what it was for the more songs. 

YAY! 

[WilliamChew]

On JW Library for windows: Version 15.4.113 (675280)

 

What's new in this version
- The "More Songs" button has been restored to the Show Media page on the Meetings tab.
- Subtitles for sideloaded videos can be displayed.
- Several issues are fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

Edited Wednesday at 08:05 PM by WilliamChew