Papers by ReadCube4.01
Publisher Description
Papers by ReadCube is the simplest way to read, manage and discover research literature. Papers on your iPhone and iPad are the perfect companions to the Papers desktop software, enabling you to access your papers anywhere - read on the go, organize your library, and annotate PDFs with notes and highlights.
Enhanced PDF:
. Tap-able inline citations, reference lists, and author names so you can quickly find cited articles and related information
. Supplements are automatically attached where available
. Fullscreen or double-page PDF viewing plus multi-touch zoom/navigation for an optimal reading experience
. Multi-color highlighting and note taking tools
Easily find new papers:
. Search the Papers databases within the app
. Quickly download new articles with a single tap when you’re on campus or with your institutional proxy
. Import directly from Safari, email attachments, and other apps
. In your preferred browser, use any search engine to find article PDFs
. Use the “Open In...” option from the browser or any app to add PDFs to your Papers library
. Metadata is automatically resolved - no more guessing with cryptic file names
Personalized Recommendations:
. Discover relevant new papers based on your library or lists - you’ll never miss another important paper again!
Stay organized:
. Create custom lists and sort articles into one or multiple lists
. Quickly search your entire library (and all annotations)
. Add any number of #tags to further customize your library organization
. Sync everything - papers, notes, highlights - between the Papers desktop and web apps or your other mobile devices
Simplify your research life - try Papers for free on your iPhone, iPad, and computer.
We love feedback from our users - please email support@papersapp.com with any suggestions or issues. Thanks for using Papers!
Version History Fixed issues in the search navigation and query input.
Fixed starting search from the PDF reader.
And other minor visual improvements and bug fixes... 4.01 Apr 16 What’s New in This Version
A Fresh New Look
• Complete UI Redesign: The app has been reimagined for a cleaner, more intuitive experience on both iPhone and iPad.
• Refreshed Navigation: We’ve overhauled the main menu with modern icons and a layout optimized for effortless navigation.
• Dark & Light Mode Polish: Updated color palettes and iconography ensure a beautiful look, no matter your preference.
New Features
• Search Landing Page: A brand-new starting point designed to help you dive into your research faster.
• Advanced Library Search: Find exactly what you need with our new article search and filter panel.
• Simplified Saving: A dedicated new panel makes adding articles to your library or custom lists a breeze.
Enhanced Reading Experience
• Refined PDF Reader: Our new side panel makes inline author names, references, and figures more accessible and easier to read.
• Intelligent Annotation Controls: Redesigned to stay out of your way while reading, yet remain instantly available when inspiration strikes.
Improved Speed & Performance
• Smooth Scrolling & Searching: We’ve updated the internal database, making searches through thousands of papers significantly faster.
• Optimized PDF Engine: Opening, viewing, and saving changes in large PDFs is now snappier than ever.
• Reliable Syncing: Improved server communication means your changes sync faster with less waiting.
Small But Mighty Improvements
• Enhanced Metadata: Reference details now include more comprehensive fields.
• Improved Article Details: A richer view with more data and quick-copy controls for identifiers (DOIs, etc.).
• Updated Lists: Redesigned property pages for standard and Smart Lists. 4.00 Mar 3 Fixed an issue with the sublists opening. 3.67 Jan 29 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.66 12/12/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.65 11/17/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.64 09/09/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.63 07/21/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.62 04/29/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.61 03/24/2025 Improved AI Assistant for PDF Reader.
Added option to leave shared library.
Added notifications for changed items.
Added Organization Landing Page
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.60 01/13/2025 Upgraded PDF library.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.51 10/01/2024 Added AI Assistant for PDF reader.
New item to list editor.
Added ordering for collections download.
Added selection for number of search and share items.
Improved application performances.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. Version 3.50 09/17/2024 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.44 08/19/2024 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.43 07/01/2024 Added search menu item collapse option.
Improved application full text and author search.
Improved PDF undo and redo annotation operations.
Improved menu and overall UI responsivity.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.42 05/09/2024 Added search menu item collapse option.
Improved application full text and author search.
Improved PDF undo and redo annotation operations.
Improved menu and overall UI responsivity.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.41 05/07/2024 - Added Undo/Redo operations for annotating the PDFs.
- Added new options for the thumbnail bar inside the PDF reader.
- Added a new button to open and close the menu.
- Added a new sync progress information label.
- Improved Papers authors search.
- Improved recommendations and search views.
- Improved edit reference view.
- Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.40 02/12/2024 Fixed issue with openning supplement files. 3.32 11/27/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.31 11/14/2023 Support for Web Only libraries.
New supplements pane inside PDF Reader.
Added the display of collection messages for various tasks.
Added a new storage control settings view.
Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.30 08/22/2023 Fixed issue with malformed login data. 3.26 05/08/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.25 05/06/2023 Performance improvement. 3.24 04/26/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.23 04/25/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.22 11/05/2022
About Papers by ReadCube
The company that develops Papers by ReadCube is Digital Science & Research Solutions Inc.. The latest version released by its developer is 4.01.
To install Papers by ReadCube on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2026-10-14 and was downloaded 55 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the Papers by ReadCube as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install Papers by ReadCube on your iOS device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
- Once the Papers by ReadCube is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
- If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
- After Papers by ReadCube is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
- Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.
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version 4.01
posted on 2026-10-14
Version History Fixed issues in the search navigation and query input.
Fixed starting search from the PDF reader.
And other minor visual improvements and bug fixes... 4.01 Apr 16 What’s New in This Version
A Fresh New Look
• Complete UI Redesign: The app has been reimagined for a cleaner, more intuitive experience on both iPhone and iPad.
• Refreshed Navigation: We’ve overhauled the main menu with modern icons and a layout optimized for effortless navigation.
• Dark & Light Mode Polish: Updated color palettes and iconography ensure a beautiful look, no matter your preference.
New Features
• Search Landing Page: A brand-new starting point designed to help you dive into your research faster.
• Advanced Library Search: Find exactly what you need with our new article search and filter panel.
• Simplified Saving: A dedicated new panel makes adding articles to your library or custom lists a breeze.
Enhanced Reading Experience
• Refined PDF Reader: Our new side panel makes inline author names, references, and figures more accessible and easier to read.
• Intelligent Annotation Controls: Redesigned to stay out of your way while reading, yet remain instantly available when inspiration strikes.
Improved Speed & Performance
• Smooth Scrolling & Searching: We’ve updated the internal database, making searches through thousands of papers significantly faster.
• Optimized PDF Engine: Opening, viewing, and saving changes in large PDFs is now snappier than ever.
• Reliable Syncing: Improved server communication means your changes sync faster with less waiting.
Small But Mighty Improvements
• Enhanced Metadata: Reference details now include more comprehensive fields.
• Improved Article Details: A richer view with more data and quick-copy controls for identifiers (DOIs, etc.).
• Updated Lists: Redesigned property pages for standard and Smart Lists. 4.00 Mar 3 Fixed an issue with the sublists opening. 3.67 Jan 29 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.66 12/12/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.65 11/17/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.64 09/09/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.63 07/21/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.62 04/29/2025 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.61 03/24/2025 Improved AI Assistant for PDF Reader.
Added option to leave shared library.
Added notifications for changed items.
Added Organization Landing Page
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.60 01/13/2025 Upgraded PDF library.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.51 10/01/2024 Added AI Assistant for PDF reader.
New item to list editor.
Added ordering for collections download.
Added selection for number of search and share items.
Improved application performances.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. Version 3.50 09/17/2024 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.44 08/19/2024 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.43 07/01/2024 Added search menu item collapse option.
Improved application full text and author search.
Improved PDF undo and redo annotation operations.
Improved menu and overall UI responsivity.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.42 05/09/2024 Added search menu item collapse option.
Improved application full text and author search.
Improved PDF undo and redo annotation operations.
Improved menu and overall UI responsivity.
Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.41 05/07/2024 - Added Undo/Redo operations for annotating the PDFs.
- Added new options for the thumbnail bar inside the PDF reader.
- Added a new button to open and close the menu.
- Added a new sync progress information label.
- Improved Papers authors search.
- Improved recommendations and search views.
- Improved edit reference view.
- Various other small improvements and bug fixes. 3.40 02/12/2024 Fixed issue with openning supplement files. 3.32 11/27/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.31 11/14/2023 Support for Web Only libraries.
New supplements pane inside PDF Reader.
Added the display of collection messages for various tasks.
Added a new storage control settings view.
Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.30 08/22/2023 Fixed issue with malformed login data. 3.26 05/08/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.25 05/06/2023 Performance improvement. 3.24 04/26/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.23 04/25/2023 Various small improvements and bug fixes. 3.22 11/05/2022
version 4.00
posted on 2026-03-03
What’s New in This Version
A Fresh New Look
• Complete UI Redesign: The app has been reimagined for a cleaner, more intuitive experience on both iPhone and iPad.
• Refreshed Navigation: We’ve overhauled the main menu with modern icons and a layout optimized for effortless navigation.
• Dark & Light Mode Polish: Updated color palettes and iconography ensure a beautiful look, no matter your preference.
New Features
• Search Landing Page: A brand-new starting point designed to help you dive into your research faster.
• Advanced Library Search: Find exactly what you need with our new article search and filter panel.
• Simplified Saving: A dedicated new panel makes adding articles to your library or custom lists a breeze.
Enhanced Reading Experience
• Refined PDF Reader: Our new side panel makes inline author names, references, and figures more accessible and easier to read.
• Intelligent Annotation Controls: Redesigned to stay out of your way while reading, yet remain instantly available when inspiration strikes.
Improved Speed & Performance
• Smooth Scrolling & Searching: We’ve updated the internal database, making searches through thousands of papers significantly faster.
• Optimized PDF Engine: Opening, viewing, and saving changes in large PDFs is now snappier than ever.
• Reliable Syncing: Improved server communication means your changes sync faster with less waiting.
Small But Mighty Improvements
• Enhanced Metadata: Reference details now include more comprehensive fields.
• Improved Article Details: A richer view with more data and quick-copy controls for identifiers (DOIs, etc.).
• Updated Lists: Redesigned property pages for standard and Smart Lists.
version 3.67
posted on 2026-01-29
Fixed an issue with the sublists opening.
version 3.64
posted on 2025-09-09
Sep 9, 2025
Version 3.64
Various small improvements and bug fixes.
version 3.63
posted on 2025-07-21
Jul 21, 2025
Version 3.63
Various small improvements and bug fixes.
version 3.62
posted on 2025-04-29
Apr 29, 2025
Version 3.62
Various small improvements and bug fixes.
version 3.30
posted on 2023-08-22
Aug 22, 2023
Version 3.30
Support for Web Only libraries.
New supplements pane inside PDF Reader.
Added the display of collection messages for various tasks.
Added a new storage control settings view.
Various small improvements and bug fixes.
version 3.26
posted on 2023-05-08
May 8, 2023
Version 3.26
Fixed issue with malformed login data.
version 3.24
posted on 2023-04-26
Apr 26, 2023
Version 3.24
Performance improvement.
version 3.23
posted on 2023-04-25
Apr 25, 2023
Version 3.23
Various small improvements and bug fixes.
