Daily updates from Odoo
Friday, April 21, 2017
8 changes
Enhancements to existing features
The Discuss app now shows the channel search field at the top of the left sidebar instead of below long channel lists. This makes it easier for users to find channels quickly without scrolling, especially in busy workspaces.
Original PR description
Task: https://www.odoo.com/web?#id=32476&view_type=form&model=project.task&action=333&active_id=131&menu_id=4720 Pad: https://pad.odoo.com/p/r.b0a428eb9ae1ae98a3290a268cc76033 Description of the issue/feature this PR addresses: Current behavior before PR: -search field display at the end of channel so difficult to search need to scroll down. Desired behavior after PR is merged: - Move Search fields on top of the lists on left column -- I confirm I have signed the CLA and read the PR guidelines at www.odoo.com/submit-pr
The website dashboard todo bar now has its surrounding margins removed so it lines up cleanly with the blocks below it. This creates a more polished and consistent dashboard layout without changing any functionality.
Original PR description
Task :https://www.odoo.com/web#id=32439&view_type=form&model=project.task&action=333&active_id=131&menu_id=4720 Pad :https://pad.odoo.com/p/r.4286053cf507cf5cacf0b830bba17f59 Description of the issue/feature this PR addresses: Current behavior before PR: Desired behavior after PR is merged: -- I confirm I have signed the CLA and read the PR guidelines at www.odoo.com/submit-pr
The inbox now hides the “Mark all read” button on small devices to reduce clutter and improve usability. This makes the mail interface easier to navigate on phones or narrow screens without changing desktop behavior.
Original PR description
Task: https://www.odoo.com/web#id=30867&view_type=form&model=project.task&menu_id= Pad: https://pad.odoo.com/p/r.9c054ab0a560211c2207b1c74e223374 Description of the issue/feature this PR addresses: Current behavior before PR: Desired behavior after PR is merged: -- I confirm I have signed the CLA and read the PR guidelines at www.odoo.com/submit-pr
Employee records now use clearer wording for private address details and related tabs, helping users distinguish work, public, and private information. This reduces confusion when viewing or editing employee data.
Original PR description
Description of the issue/feature this PR addresses: Current behavior before PR: Desired behavior after PR is merged: -- I confirm I have signed the CLA and read the PR guidelines at www.odoo.com/submit-pr
The mail chat window now shows smiley and attachment icons, making common message actions easier to find. This small interface improvement helps users add reactions or files more quickly during conversations.
Original PR description
Description of the issue/feature this PR addresses: Current behavior before PR: Desired behavior after PR is merged: -- I confirm I have signed the CLA and read the PR guidelines at www.odoo.com/submit-pr
The executive summary report now uses the terms “receivables” and “payables” instead of “debtors” and “creditors.” This makes the report wording more consistent with current accounting terminology and easier for business users to understand.
Original PR description
… receivables and payables in executive summary report. task link - https://www.odoo.com/web#id=32039&view_type=form&model=project.task&action=327&menu_id=
Accounting users can now see when currency exchange rates were last synchronized directly in the configuration settings. This helps teams quickly confirm whether rates are current without checking technical logs or separate records.
Original PR description
Task: https://www.odoo.com/web#id=31646&view_type=form&model=project.task&action=333&active_id=131&menu_id=4720 Pad: https://pad.odoo.com/p/r.7329066d51339eea11c0922404b0a5fd
The Studio customization button is no longer shown when Odoo is opened on a mobile browser or in the mobile app. This keeps the mobile interface simpler and prevents users from accessing a desktop-oriented customization tool on small screens.
Original PR description
Remove studio toggle button in mobile screen Task: https://www.odoo.com/web#id=31465&view_type=form&model=project.task&action=333&active_id=131&menu_id=4720 Pad: https://pad.odoo.com/p/r.321429c0fa0b983273f6d57712909b4a