Noteli Reader

See what the file is trying to tell you.

Read the Notes Inside Your Photoshop Files — Anywhere

Noteli Reader is a companion utility designed to read and extract notes embedded by Noteli directly from Photoshop documents. It gives artists, collaborators, clients, and archivists a clean, reliable way to view project notes stored in XMP metadata without needing the full Noteli editing panel. Your creative context stays intact, even outside the original authoring environment.

Built for clarity and accessibility, Noteli Reader focuses on safe, read-only access to embedded notes. It scans PSD files for Noteli metadata and presents the content in a structured, easy-to-read interface, preserving formatting, sections, and links exactly as they were written. This makes it ideal for reviewing project instructions, revision notes, creative briefs, or archival documentation without risk of accidental edits.

Noteli Reader is especially useful for shared workflows. Clients can open files and read accompanying notes, studios can review archived projects years later, and teams can verify documentation without installing the full Noteli panel. Notes remain permanently attached to the document itself, independent of filenames, folders, or storage location.

Designed to be lightweight and focused, Noteli Reader complements Noteli by extending access to your embedded creative memory. Whether you are reviewing past work, validating delivered files, or sharing context with collaborators, Noteli Reader ensures nothing important is lost between versions, platforms, or people.

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  • Read-Only Embedded Notes – Safely view notes stored in PSD files via XMP metadata, with no risk of modification.
  • Accurate Formatting Display – Preserves rich text, sections, bullet points, and links exactly as authored.
  • Project Context Recovery – Instantly understand creative intent, revisions, and instructions tied to each file.
  • Standalone Utility – Ideal for collaborators, clients, or archival use without requiring the full Noteli panel.
  • Permanent Metadata Access – Notes remain readable even if files are renamed, moved, or duplicated.
  • Cross-Platform – Works on macOS and Windows with consistent behavior.
  • Professional Workflow Support – Perfect for studios, freelancers, educators, and long-term project archives.

Requirements:

  1. Minimum PS Version: 24.0.0
  2. Internet Connection

*Please note this plugin has the following built in languages: English, English US, Français, Deutsch, Español, Italiano, Português, Ελληνικά and 日本語

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Changelog

Noteli Reader - Version History

Version 1.1.0 Major

2025-12-28
  • ### Added
  • - **Complete i18n Implementation** - Full multi-language support across entire application
  • - 9 supported languages: en-GB, en-US, de, fr, es, it, pt, el, ja
  • - Complete JSON translation files in `/locales/` directory (shared with Noteli)
  • - Dynamic language switching without reload for all UI elements
  • - Translation callbacks for settings notifications
  • - `applyUIText()` function for comprehensive UI updates on language change
  • ### Fixed
  • - **Language Switching** - Resolved multiple critical issues preventing proper language changes
  • - Fixed storage key consistency - all keys use `noteli_reader_` prefix
  • - Fixed tooltip caching issue - tooltips now read title attributes dynamically
  • - Fixed initialization order - i18n loads before splash screen for proper translation
  • - Added `data-i18n` attributes to all HTML elements requiring translation
  • - Settings modal translates properly when language changes
  • ### Changed
  • - **Storage Keys** - Unified all localStorage keys to use `noteli_reader_` prefix for consistency
  • - `plugin_language` → `noteli_reader_language`
  • - `noteli_show_tooltips` → `noteli_reader_show_tooltips`
  • - **Character Counter** - Now supports translated unit text via `getUnitText` callback
  • - **Notification System** - Tooltips support language changes by reading title attributes dynamically
  • ### Technical
  • - Updated `lib/ui/i18n.js` with correct localStorage keys (`noteli_reader_language`)
  • - Enhanced `script.js` with i18n initialization and `applyUIText()` function
  • - Modified `lib/core/noteli-settings.js` to use `noteli_reader_` storage prefix
  • - Modified `lib/ui/settings-engine.js` to support translated notification messages
  • - Enhanced `lib/ui/character-counter-engine.js` with `getUnitText` parameter
  • - Fixed `lib/core/noteli-notifications.js` tooltip event listeners to read dynamically
  • - Added `<script src=\"lib/ui/i18n.js\"></script>` to index.html
  • - Added comprehensive `data-i18n` attributes throughout HTML

Version 1.0.0 Major

2025-12-28
  • ### Added
  • - **Initial Release** - Free companion plugin for Noteli
  • - **Read-Only Functionality**:
  • - View notes from Noteli documents without editing
  • - XMP metadata reading for note retrieval
  • - Document switching support
  • - Quick access to embedded notes
  • - **Theme Support**:
  • - Black Pearl Paper
  • - Post Note Yellow
  • - Light Parchment
  • - **Export Functionality**:
  • - Print notes directly from reader
  • - PDF export with customizable paper size and margins
  • - **User Interface**:
  • - Clean, minimal read-only interface
  • - Character counter (read-only display)
  • - Settings modal for preferences
  • - Splash screen with version info
  • - **Settings Management**:
  • - Language selection (initial English-only)
  • - Theme selection
  • - Tooltip visibility toggle
  • - PDF export preferences
  • - **Free Software**:
  • - No license required
  • - Complete EULA in settings
  • - Free for all Photoshop users
  • ### Technical
  • - Adobe UXP 6.x compatibility
  • - XMP metadata integration for reading
  • - Photoshop 23.3.0+ support
  • - Shared universal engines with Noteli
  • - Read-only textarea implementation
Bugs

Noteli Reader - Known Issues

No known issues at this time.

Noteli Reader - Latest Update

v1.1.0 2025-12-28

Release Notes:

  • ### Added
  • - **Complete i18n Implementation** - Full multi-language support across entire application
  • - 9 supported languages: en-GB, en-US, de, fr, es, it, pt, el, ja
  • - Complete JSON translation files in `/locales/` directory (shared with Noteli)
  • - Dynamic language switching without reload for all UI elements
  • - Translation callbacks for settings notifications
  • - `applyUIText()` function for comprehensive UI updates on language change
  • ### Fixed
  • - **Language Switching** - Resolved multiple critical issues preventing proper language changes
  • - Fixed storage key consistency - all keys use `noteli_reader_` prefix
  • - Fixed tooltip caching issue - tooltips now read title attributes dynamically
  • - Fixed initialization order - i18n loads before splash screen for proper translation
  • - Added `data-i18n` attributes to all HTML elements requiring translation
  • - Settings modal translates properly when language changes
  • ### Changed
  • - **Storage Keys** - Unified all localStorage keys to use `noteli_reader_` prefix for consistency
  • - `plugin_language` → `noteli_reader_language`
  • - `noteli_show_tooltips` → `noteli_reader_show_tooltips`
  • - **Character Counter** - Now supports translated unit text via `getUnitText` callback
  • - **Notification System** - Tooltips support language changes by reading title attributes dynamically
  • ### Technical
  • - Updated `lib/ui/i18n.js` with correct localStorage keys (`noteli_reader_language`)
  • - Enhanced `script.js` with i18n initialization and `applyUIText()` function
  • - Modified `lib/core/noteli-settings.js` to use `noteli_reader_` storage prefix
  • - Modified `lib/ui/settings-engine.js` to support translated notification messages
  • - Enhanced `lib/ui/character-counter-engine.js` with `getUnitText` parameter
  • - Fixed `lib/core/noteli-notifications.js` tooltip event listeners to read dynamically
  • - Added `<script src=\"lib/ui/i18n.js\"></script>` to index.html
  • - Added comprehensive `data-i18n` attributes throughout HTML

Download:

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Requires: Adobe Photoshop 23.3.0 or later

Documentation and Tutorials​

Additional Learning Resources

A detailed PDF User Guide is available for download using the link provided below. This document explains all key features and functions of the plugin, helping you become familiar with its tools and workflow so you can make the most of your creative process.

For hands-on demonstrations and walkthroughs, visit our YouTube channel, where a full series of video tutorials cover everything you need to get started with the app. These videos provide visual guidance, practical examples, and helpful tips to ensure a smooth and productive learning experience.

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PDF User Manual Link(s) English, English US, Français, Deutsch, Español, Italiano, Português, Ελληνικά and 日本語

Additional Material

As part of the development of the Noteli project, a detailed documentation process was created to guide others in understanding and implementing the intricate relationship between XMP metadata and UXP integration. This resource outlines the challenges, solutions, and best practices discovered during development. You can download the full PDF guide from the following link; here! Hope it helps!

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