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Welcome to the new version 8.4 of Octoparse. Isn’t it excited? Let me walk you through and take a look at the latest version 8.4!
#1 More intuitive to use with new layout
In this version, the workflow is switched from the left to the right side. This makes it more efficient to edit the workflow while looking at the built-in browser. Next, the new outlook combines the designs from the previous version with an advanced setting area sitting at the corner. Compared with the previous version which had them hidden inside gear icons under each action, the new look has more room which makes it easier for users to define the actions.
In addition, you can even choose the views by switching horizontally or vertically. Horizontal view lets you view the data row by row together, whereas the vertical view will preview a specific line and see all the data fields vertically. This view is helpful when you need to edit a batch of data fields at the same time.
#2 Optimized Rendering Engine
With continuous improvement, Octoparse 8.4 is like an almighty browser that allows you to switch between the most popular engines for different websites.
For instance, Chrome is more compatible with sites like Google Maps. Whereas, Firefox consumes…
