Install

ZetaMarker is fully compatible with Chromium-based browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and Brave. To install it, simply visit the ZetaMarker listing in the Chrome Web Store. Follow the instruction to add ZetaMarker on your browser.

Pin

To quickly access ZetaMarker, it's recommended to pin ZetaMarker to your browser. Click the puzzle icon on the top right of your browser. This will open a drop-down of all your Chrome Extensions. From here simply click the little pin icon next to ZetaMarker to pin to your browser.

Activate

ZetaMarker prioritizes your privacy with a permission-free approach, empowering you with control over which pages it accesses. To activate ZetaMarker on a page, simply click the ZetaMarker icon located in your browser toolbar or use the ALT+Shift+I shortcut. You can customize the shortcut key by accessing the settings within ZetaMarker sidebar.

Local files

To enable the highlighting and annotation of local PDF files, or PDF files downloaded to your local machine, it's essential to grant ZetaMarker access to file URLs. Here's a quick guide on how to do it:

• 1️⃣ Open your browser's Extensions page.
• 2️⃣ Find ZetaMarker and click 'Details.'
• 3️⃣ Toggle on 'Allow access to file URLs.'

To annotate your PDF file, open it with the browser extension where ZetaMarker is installed (right-click on the file and select "Open with" your browser, e.g., your Chrome). Next, click the ZetaMarker icon in the browser to activate it for your PDF file, similar to how you would for web pages.

Toolbars

ZetaMarer offers two toolbar options: the floating Toolbar and the fully-featured Sidebar. The floating Toolbar, our default option, features essential action buttons and can be easily dragged across the screen or hidden according to your preferences. To access additional features, users can effortlessly switch to the fully-featured Sidebar by clicking on its icon within the Minimal Toolbar, conveniently located on the left side. Conversely, users can close the Sidebar to reveal the Minimal Toolbar. Customization options allow you to set your preferred default toolbar in the settings.

Login

While having an account is not required to use ZetaMarker, advanced features such as synchronization and access to our web app necessitate signing in. The login option is accessible via our toolbars. Clicking the login button will prompt a modal page to open in your tab. You can either use your ZetaMarker email address and password or conveniently sign in with your Google account using the 'Continue with Google' option.

You only need to log in once per browser. Your session will remain active until you choose to log out. When logging out, it's important to note that you'll need to use the same account to log in again for continued access to your data and settings.This is important for data security, ensuring that your work and synced pages are protected from unauthorized access.

Highlight

Select a section of text to trigger the annotation tool. To highlight, hover over the higlighter icon and choose a color. To add a comment, click on the comment icon. A comment box will appear where you can enter your comment.

For quicker highlighting, try the quick highlighter feature. When activated, your cursor turns into a highlighter icon. Drag it over text to highlight with a pre-selected color. You can change the color in the side panel. Activate it through the toolbar (Minimal toolbar or sidebar) or with ALT+Shift+H.

Update

Click on an annotated text to edit it. To change the highlight color, hover over the icon and select a new color. Use the delete icon to remove annotations. To add or edit comment, select the comment icon from the annotation tool.

Update via sidebar

Highlighted or annotated text appears instantly in the Sidebar. It's a convenient way to view and update your annotations. To access the sidebar, click the sidebar icon on the Minimal toolbar. To update an annotation, hover over it in the list to reveal action tools for color change, comment update, or deletion. Clicking an annotation in the list focuses on it in the page, particularly useful for navigating long articles.

Export

In the side panel or Minimal toolbar, you have the option to export annotations from the current tab in various formats, including HTML, Markdown, PDF, or TXT. To initiate the export process, simply click the "Export" option and select your preferred format.

Sync

Synchronization stores your new annotations securely in the ZetaMarker cloud database and retrieves previously saved annotations, ensuring seamless access across all your devices. To enable synchronization, simply log in through the Sidebar or Minimal Toolbar, or use the ALT+Shift+S shortcut.

Please note: Based on user feedback, we are excited to announce that real-time synchronization will be implemented in the next release of ZetaMarker PC. With real-time synchronization, any changes you make will be immediately mirrored across all your devices, eliminating the need for manual updates.

Pages & Search

Access a comprehensive list of pages you've worked on by selecting the "Pages" option in the toolbars. This feature is available in both the Minimal toolbar and sidebar. When selected, a new tab will display the list of pages, enabling you to view and manage them efficiently. Utilize the powerful search functionality to find specific pages based on comments, highlights, page titles, or URLs.

For each page listed, two action buttons are provided: 'Sync' and 'Delete'. Clicking 'Sync' will synchronize your annotations with the cloud database, ensuring seamless access across devices. Alternatively, clicking 'Delete' will remove the page from your local device.

To fetch pages worked on using other devices, click the 'Retrieve Pages from Cloud' button. Remember to retrieve annotations for each fetched page separately after retrieving them from the cloud database.

Theme

The default theme of ZetaMarker is the dark theme, which includes our toolbars, annotation tools, and the pages tab. However, you have the option to personalize your experience by choosing between dark and light themes. You can easily switch between themes using the options available in our toolbars. Additionally, you can customize the default theme via the settings, which are accessible through the sidebar.

Access to Web App

With the current version of the ZetaMarker App, you can access and manage your synced pages without the need for ZetaMarker extensions (ZetaMarker PC or ZetaMarker Lite). This enables you to Review your annotations, Export them, Update and delete them, and Search through them anywhere, anytime.

In future releases of our web app, we will provide more exciting features to enhance your research productivity.

To access the web app via the ZetaMarker PC extension, simply hit the App icon on the toolbars. If you're already signed in via the extension, you can immediately use the web app. Otherwise, you will need to sign in via the web app to gain access to your synced pages.

Settings

To customize default settings in ZetaMarker, click on the settings icon in the sidebar. Here, you can select your preferred default toolbar, choosing between the minimal toolbar and fully-featured sidebar. Set the default color for the highlighter cursor and adjust the default theme from the default dark color. Additionally, customization extends to shortcuts, allowing you to personalize default ZetaMarker shortcuts according to your workflow.

Changelog (ZetaMarker PC)

Version 6.7 Oct 21, 2024

Improved Floating Toolbar

The Floating Toolbar now opens on the rightmost side for a more seamless user experience.

Enhanced PDF Viewer

New PDF Viewer for smoother highlighting and annotation of online and local PDFs.

Bug Fix

Fixed issue with highlighting text in all capital letters.

Version 6.6 Sep 27, 2024

Enhanced PDF Viewer Compatibility

We've further improved our PDF viewer, allowing users to open and annotate almost any online PDF file with ZetaMarker. This update ensures a smoother and more seamless experience when working with a wide variety of PDF documents across the web.

Version 6.5 Sep 14, 2024

Improved PDF Viewer Compatibility

We've fixed an issue with our PDF viewer that previously caused difficulties in opening certain online PDF files. Users should now be able to open most online PDFs without any trouble.

Ukrainian Language Support

ZetaMarker now supports the Ukrainian language, allowing users to interact with the extension in Ukrainian for a more localized experience.

Version 6.4 Aug 14, 2024

Sidebar Sorting Options

We've added sorting capabilities directly in the sidebar. Choose from three sorting options:

• Earliest: Arrange your highlights from the earliest to the latest.
• Latest: Organize your highlights from the most recent to the oldest.
• Position: Sort your highlights according to their position on the page, top to bottom.

When you export your highlights, they will now follow the sorting order you’ve selected in the sidebar. Whether you prefer chronological order or the natural flow of the document, your exports will match your chosen organization.

Version 6.3 Jul 30, 2024

Bug Resolved in Color Update

We fixed an issue where updating the color of a highlight would not display the correct colors. This bug was introduced in version 6.2 and is now resolved in version 6.3.

Improvement in Red Highlight Visibility

Resolved an issue where text highlighted in red was not visible. The text color now changes to white when highlighted in red, ensuring better readability.

versions 6.1 June 06, 2024

ZetaMarker Notifier

We developed a simple Chrome extension, ZetaMarker Notifier, to enhance your highlighting experience. Your privacy matters, so ZetaMarker only activates when you choose, keeping your data safe. To help you know if a page is already highlighted before activating ZetaMarker, we created ZetaMarker Notifier. It saves page URLs when you highlight them and quietly alerts you if a page is highlighted when you return, all while respecting your privacy. To find out more and install ZetaMarker Notifier, click here.

Bug Resolved in Markdown Export

In version 6.0, the exported Markdown file didn't include your notes. We resolved this issue in version 6.1.

versions 6.0 May 24, 2024

Optimized Performance

Enhanced the overall performance of the extension for a smoother user experience.

Improved Sidebar Layout

The export button is now prominently displayed right above the list of highlights for easier access. The login/logout, settings, change theme color, user guide, feedback are consolidated under a user icon button at the top of the sidebar. Additionally, action buttons for each highlight are now always visible, reducing confusion and improving usability.

Enhanced Dark Page Experience

We've improved the visibility and clarity of highlights on dark pages, ensuring a better user experience in dark mode.

New Export Options

Two new export options have been added: "Copy All" allows you to quickly copy all highlights to your clipboard, and "Markdown Files" lets you export highlights as Markdown files for easier integration with markdown editors.

versions 5.0 - 5.2 Jan 26 - Mar 08, 2024

Multiple Toolbar Options

Experience enhanced flexibility with ZetaMarker's latest update, offering a choice between a sleek minimal toolbar and a comprehensive full-featured sidebar. The default is set to minimal, but effortlessly switch between them and tailor your default toolbar through the sidebar settings. Drag the minimal toolbar across the screen and easily hide it to streamline your workspace.

Improved Sidebar Layout

The redesigned sidebar in ZetaMarker 5.0 opens gracefully on the left side of the page without covering your content. Instead, it intelligently shifts the page's content to the right, ensuring a seamless and unobtrusive user experience.

"My Pages"

"My Pages" in ZetaMarker 5.0 now conveniently opening in a new tab for a more organized workflow. Enjoy new features such as page deletion, syncing annotations with the cloud, and the ability to bookmark "My Pages" for quick access without activating ZetaMarker on a page.

Settings Customization

Effortlessly personalize your ZetaMarker experience with the new settings menu. Click on the sidebar's settings icon to access a range of customization options, including selecting your preferred default toolbar, adjusting the highlighter cursor's default color, fine-tuning the default theme, and tailoring ZetaMarker shortcuts.

Access to Web App via ZetaMarker PC

The Beta release of our web app is now live at app.zetamarker.com. Now you can access and manage your synced pages and annotations without the need for the ZetaMarker extension.

versions 4.0 - 4.8 Dec 01 - Dec 28, 2023

Multi-Language Support

ZetaMarker 4 is here with multi-language support! Now in French, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Turkish. ZetaMarker 4 adapts to your browser's language. For language feedback, reach out to us at support@zetamarker.com or use our feedback form.

Bug Fixes and Improvements

Addressed a synchronization bug that occasionally affected specific pages. Your seamless navigation through the application is now more reliable than ever.

Cloud Pages Retrieval Feature

Introducing a streamlined process for accessing pages annotated on other devices. The new action button on the Pages allows users to effortlessly retrieve synced pages from the cloud, eliminating the need to open each page individually for syncing annotations.

Dark Mode Enhancement

We've expanded our theme options by adding Dark Mode to the annotation tool. Now, the theme color of the annotation tool dynamically adjusts based on your side panel's mode, providing a more personalized and cohesive user experience.

versions 3.0 - 3.4 Sep 20 - Nov 17, 2023

New feature: Display all pages with search capability

Now you can view a comprehensive list of all the pages where you've previously made annotations and highlights. Utilize our robust search functionality to locate specific pages by searching through your comments, highlights, page titles, and URLs.

New feature: Edit page titles

We've enhanced your browsing experience by allowing you to edit the default titles of web pages. Your customized titles will be stored for future reference, ensuring your preferred titles are displayed.

Refreshed side panel design

Experience our new side panel design, featuring visually appealing updates that enhance your overall user experience.

Bug resolved: Consistent style

We've addressed a bug where the styles and sizes of UI elements varied between different pages. Now, you'll enjoy a uniform and consistent look throughout the app.

New feature: Local PDF File Support

You can now easily open and annotate your local PDF files using our built-in PDF viewer. To get started, make sure to grant ZetaMarker access to file URLs. To annotate a local PDF file, open it with the browser extension where ZetaMarker is installed, and click the ZetaMarker icon in the browser to activate it for your PDF file, just as you do for web pages.

versions 2.0 - 2.1 Aug 17 - Aug 30, 2023

Export Options: HTML, PDF, TXT

Easily export your annotations in various formats. With the latest update, you can now export annotations from a selected page to HTML, PDF, or TXT formats.

Bug Resolved: Google Sign-Up

The issue with "signing up with Google" has been successfully resolved. Our users can now proceed with their Google accounts, eliminating the need to create a separate account with ZetMarker. Thank you for your patience and feedback.

Enhanced User Privacy

ZetaMarker 2 prioritizes user privacy by eliminating the need for broad host permission. Unlike previous versions, we no longer request excessive data access. With our latest update, users have full control over which web pages to activate ZetaMarker on. This unique level of control sets our annotating tool apart from competitors, providing peace of mind regarding data security and privacy. Activate ZetaMarker on a page by clicking its icon or using the CTRL+I shortcut.

Improved User Experience with a Side Panel

With ZetaMarker activated on a page, a sleek side panel gracefully appears on the right side of your screen. This panel allows easy management of highlights, including deleting, updating comments, and changing colors effortlessly. Access all essential actions like cloud synchronization conveniently within the side panel. Personalize your experience by choosing between dark and light themes, which can be particularly useful when viewing dark web pages.

Highlighter Cursor

Once activated, your cursor transforms into a highlighter icon, making text highlighting a breeze with your pre-selected color. Quickly mark essential parts of the pages you read. Activate it through the side panel or with the ALT+Shift+H shortcut.

Google Account Login

Now, easily access cloud features with your Google account, eliminating the need for a separate ZetaMarker account. Sign in using your Google credentials and manage your ZetaMarker data effortlessly. No login required for local usage.

Simplified Annotation Updates

In the previous version, you had to click an highlighted text on the web page to open the annotation tool for updating. In version 2.0, you can easily and quickly update highlights on the side panel (whether you want to change your comments, change colors, or delete your highlights).

version 1.1 June 17, 2023

No Sign-up Required

Get started with ZetaMarker instantly, no account creation necessary for local usage. Install the app on your devices and begin annotating your favorite pages right away. However, to access cloud features, you will need to have a ZetaMarker account.

Comment icon added

When you make a comment on a selected text, an icon now appears at the beginning of the annotated text. This improvement makes it easier to spot annotations with comments, enhancing your overall annotating experience.

version 1.0 June 08, 2023

ZetaMarker was born.

Effortless Highlighting

Easily highlight important sections of any online PDF or HTML page. When you revisit the page, your highlights will be readily accessible, saving you time and effort.

Convenient Commenting

Add comments to online PDF or HTML pages to capture your thoughts and insights.

Synchronization Across Device

You can synchronize your notes and highlights across all your devices.

Install

ZetaMarker Lite, formerly known as ZetaMarker Android, is the streamlined counterpart of ZetaMarker designed specifically for touch screen devices and Android platforms. ZetaMarker Lite is fully compatible with Chromium-based browsers (e.g., Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera) and Kiwi browser in Android devices. Kiwi Browser is a web browser for mobile devices, specifically designed for the Android operating system. It's known for its speed, privacy features, and support for various web extensions. To Install ZetaMarker Lite on Android devices follow the following instructions.

• 1️⃣ Install Kiwi Browser: Head to the Google Play Store on your smartphone. Search for "Kiwi Browser" and install it on your device.
• 2️⃣ Open Kiwi Browser: Launch the Kiwi browser on your Android device.
• 3️⃣ Add ZetaMarker Lite: Visit ZetaMarker Lite listing on the Chrome Web Store using the Kiwi browser. Follow the on-screen instructions to add ZetaMarker Lite to your browser.

ZetaMarker Lite focuses on the essentials, omitting PDF support to align with the limitations of mobile browsers on Android devices. If you want to highlight on PDF files, install ZetaMarker PC on your PC.

Toolbar

The ZetaMarker toolbar, injected into each visited webpage, enhances user interaction with three primary buttons at the top level: "Pages," "Sync," and "More." Users can effortlessly drag and hide the toolbar according to their preference. The "Pages" button opens a dedicated tab for exploring highlighted and annotated pages, allowing retrieval of synced content from the cloud. Clicking "Sync" ensures seamless synchronization of annotations with our cloud storage. Under the "More" menu, users find three additional action buttons – "Web App" opens the ZetaMarker web app in a new tab, "Export" facilitates exporting annotations in TXT format, and "Login/Logout" manages user authentication. This intuitive toolbar provides quick access to essential functions, enhancing the overall ZetaMarker experience.

Highlight

Select a section of text to trigger the annotation tool. To highlight, hover over the higlighter icon and chose a color. To add a comment, click on the comment icon. A comment box will appear where you can enter your comment.

Update

Simply tap on an annotated text to trigger the annotation tool. From there, you can modify the color, delete, or revise the comment as needed.

Export

In the toolbar, you can export annotations from the current tab in TXT format. To start the export process, click the 'Export' option in the 'More' menu.

Sync

Synchronization stores your new annotations in the ZetaMarker cloud database and retrieves previously saved annotations. Enjoy seamlessly syncing your notes across all devices. Simply log in to enable synchronization through the Sidebar or Minimal Toolbar or use the ALT+Shift+S shortcut.

Pages & Search

Access a comprehensive list of pages you've worked on by selecting the "Pages" option in the toolbars (Minimal toolbar and sidebar). The list of pages will be displayed on a new tab, enabling you to view and sort your pages. Additionally, a powerful search functionality is available, allowing you to find specific pages based on your comments, highlights, page titles, or URLs.

To fetch pages you've worked on using other devices, click the "Retrieve Pages from Cloud" button. Remember to retrieve the annotations for each fetched page separately after opening them.

Changelog (ZetaMarker Lite)

version 2.0 Feb 10, 2024

Seamless Cloud Syncing

ZetaMarker Lite 2.0 introduces a unified sync button for effortless cloud synchronization. Click once to store new annotations and updates in the cloud while simultaneously retrieving annotations made on other devices, mirroring the functionality of the PC version.

Export to TXT Format

Enjoy enhanced flexibility with the ability to export your annotations in ZetaMarker Lite 2.0 directly into TXT format, facilitating easy sharing and compatibility with a variety of platforms.

Dedicated page for "My Pages"

Discover a dedicated "My Pages" section in ZetaMarker Lite 2.0, mirroring the PC version's functionality. Access a comprehensive list of annotated pages, retrieve synced pages, and leverage robust search features to locate specific pages based on comments, highlights, titles, and URLs.

Google Account Login

Simplify your access to cloud features with ZetaMarker Lite 2.0's Google Account Login. No need for a separate ZetaMarker account – sign in effortlessly with your Google credentials to manage your ZetaMarker data seamlessly.

Multi-Language Support

Now in French, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Turkish. ZetaMarker Lite 2 adapts to your browser's language. For language feedback, reach out to us at support@zetamarker.com or use our feedback form.

version 1.1 Nov 16, 2023

No Sign-up Required

Get started with ZetaMarker Android instantly, no account creation necessary for local usage. Install the app on your devices and begin annotating your favorite pages right away. However, to synchronize your annotations with the cloud, you will need to login to your ZetaMarker account.

version 1.1 Jul 09, 2023

ZetaMarer Lite was born!

Annotate and Highlight Web Pages on the Go

Elevate your browsing experience with ZetaMarker Lite, a powerful Chrome extension exclusively designed for Kiwi Browser on Android devices! It allows you to annotate and highlight web pages directly from your Android smartphone.

Sync and Retrieve Your Annotations

With ZetaMarker Android you can synchronizes your annotations to the cloud, ensuring you can access them from any device, at any time.