# TextExpander 8.4 — TextExpander 8.4

- Product: TextExpander (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/textexpander)
- Vendor: TextExpander
- Date: 2025-11-03
- Version: 8.4
- Original notes: https://cgi.textexpander.com/appcast/TextExpander-macOS.xml
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/textexpander/releases/8.4
- Labels: Platforms: macOS

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- **added** — Date Picker lets you quickly choose the exact date you need from a calendar and insert it directly into a Snippet as it expands
- **changed** — Improved sync reliability so updates now sync seamlessly without needing to log out and back in
- **fixed** — Fixed rare issues with renamed or deleted snippet groups not syncing correctly across devices

What's new in TextExpander 8.4
New Feature: Date Picker
Date Picker lets you quickly choose the exact date you need—past, present, or future—right from a calendar and insert it directly into a Snippet as it expands. No more flipping between apps or typing dates by hand.
It’s perfect for:
- Scheduling appointments and follow-ups
- Referencing deadlines or due dates
- Communicating timelines or reminders
- Inserting dates of birth or submission dates
Fixes & Improvements:
- Improved sync reliability: Updates now sync seamlessly without needing to log out and back in.
- Snippet group sync: Fixed rare issues with renamed or deleted snippet groups not syncing correctly across devices.