Changelog

Release notes

MercekLab keeps getting better. Every new version reaches all installed machines from the internet by itself — no manual updating.

🔄 Current version: v0.1.13
v0.1.13CurrentOctober 2026
Single-file installers and teacher-console conveniences.
  • NewOne installer file per role (Teacher / Student .exe) — with a confirmation screen that prevents installing on the wrong machine.
  • ImprovementThe teacher console now opens maximized (full screen) on first launch; the window controls are visible right away.
  • NewZoom previews in/out: adjust how many computers fit on screen.
  • NewWhen a new version is available, the “Update” button stands out as a notification.
v0.1.12October 2026
Broadcast safety: students can't leave the broadcast.
  • FixWhile the teacher broadcasts their screen, a student can no longer close the broadcast and return to the desktop with Alt+F4 (or Alt+Tab); the keyboard is locked for the duration of the broadcast.
  • ImprovementIf the broadcast window is closed by any means, it reopens by itself.
v0.1.11October 2026
The brand name was updated to MercekLab.
  • ImprovementThe app interface and window title now use the “MercekLab” spelling (consistent with the site).
v0.1.10October 2026
Stability and lock-screen improvements.
  • FixFixed previews that had been open a long time freezing / appearing offline after a while (connection handling was reworked).
  • ImprovementThe message shown when a screen is locked was updated for students.
v0.1.9October 2026
The screen broadcast now always stays on top.
  • FixThe teacher's screen broadcast stays full-screen and on top even when another window is open on the student's machine.
v0.1.8October 2026
Connection stability.
  • FixFixed student computers occasionally appearing offline and then coming back (flickering).
v0.1.6 – v0.1.7October 2026
New interface window and usability improvements.
  • ImprovementThe teacher console now opens in its own desktop window instead of a browser — faster and more stable.
  • ImprovementThe allow list, timetable and screen enlarge open on the first click.
  • NewThe version number of the teacher and of each student is shown in the panel.
  • ImprovementAdded an app icon (orange magnifying glass).
v0.1.1 – v0.1.5October 2026
Automatic updates over the internet and new protection tools.
  • NewAutomatic updates over the internet: new versions install themselves on all machines.
  • NewSet the desktop wallpaper and lock it from being changed.
  • ImprovementThe teacher install no longer requires administrator rights (installs to the user folder).
v0.1.0October 2026
First release — core features.
  • NewLive screen monitoring, lock/unlock, messaging and opening a website.
  • NewSending files and collecting assignments.
  • NewTeacher screen broadcast and remote assistance (mouse/keyboard takeover).
  • NewAllow list (whitelist), USB lock and class bell + auto-lock.