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Garmin Express Changelog

What's new in Garmin Express 7.19.0.0

Nov 8, 2023
  • Resolved an issue with maps being written to the wrong location on a SD card.
  • Resolved an issue with the backup profile option not appearing for certain devices.
  • Resolved an issue with not being able to uninstall a map without Express installing a map within Manage Maps.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.18.4.0 (Sep 16, 2023)

  • Resolved an issue with Epix devices not being detected.

New in Garmin Express 7.18.3.0 (Sep 7, 2023)

  • Resolved an issue with TT 15 Mini Dog Collar devices not being detected.
  • Resolved an issue with SD cards for Kenwood devices not being detected.
  • Resolved a crash specific to Windows 7 that could occur when launching Garmin Express.
  • Note: Windows 7 and Windows 8 are no longer supported. This will not prevent future versions of Garmin Express from being downloaded. However, any bugs or other issues specific to these OSes will not be resolved. 7.18.3 will be available to download at any time under the System Requirements.

New in Garmin Express 7.18.0.0 (Aug 28, 2023)

  • Resolved an issue with USB sticks and SD cards potentially not being detected.
  • Resolved a crash that could occur when accessing the Removable Storage location under Manage Maps.
  • Resolved a server error that could occur when attempting to add a device that requires signing into Garmin Connect.
  • Implemented string translations that were missing.
  • When a user disables Garmin Express from always running in the background within the Settings, Garmin Express will also be removed from the Startup tab for Windows.
  • Resolved additional crashes.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.17.3.0 (Jun 15, 2023)

  • resolved an issue renewing marine chart subscriptions
  • Resolved an issue adding devices

New in Garmin Express 7.17.2.0 (Jun 6, 2023)

  • Fixed an issue with ANT devices not being detected.

New in Garmin Express 7.17.1.0 (May 30, 2023)

  • Users can now include their device files when submitting logs for troubleshooting issues.
  • Resolved an issue with Manage Maps not displaying a checkmark to indicate maps are installed.
  • Fixed a crash that could potentially occur on the launch of Garmin Express.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.
  • Fixed an issue with certain devices not being able to perform a map update on a SD card.

New in Garmin Express 7.16.0.0 (Jan 30, 2023)

  • Fixed an issue with critical software updates not requiring a restart before a map update.
  • Extended timer to prevent failure for installing maps to the computer.
  • Fixed a crash when saving a music folder path manually.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.15.0.0 (Oct 29, 2022)

  • Minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.14.0.0 (Sep 20, 2022)

  • While attempting to connect a GPSMAP 66i to Garmin servers via Garmin Express v7.14.0.0 on a Win10 Pro desktop with all applicable updates installed, the 66i is connected to my desktop as a USB device, but I can't connect to the Garmin servers.
  • I was able to connect everything normally under Garmin Express v7.13.1.0 a minute prior to installing the update to v7.14. I had a report of the same error from the owner of a GPSMAP 66st, so I replicated the fault to confirm it wasn't a problem with his 66st, cable, etc.
  • I can connect a Garmin Forerunner 955 watch to the Garmin servers via Garmin Express v7.14.0.0.

New in Garmin Express 7.13.0 (May 19, 2022)

  • Additional improvements for Music Management.
  • Music files with the .m4b extension are now listed as compatible.
  • Resolved a crash that could occur when selecting Removable Storage while managing maps.
  • Widgets will no longer reset after syncing with Express.
  • Made improvements to space calculations for installing maps.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.12.0 (May 19, 2022)

  • Multiple improvements for Music Management.
  • Resolved a crash for Marine users if they changed location while on the Chart Updates page.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.10.0.0 (Jan 12, 2022)

  • Fixed an issue with the Hub continuing to show an update is available after it’s been completed.
  • Fixed a number of links within Help with the new URL’s.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.9.1.0 (Nov 16, 2021)

  • Updated the ‘Contact Us’ link with the correct URL.
  • Express correctly deletes files to free up space when course updates are being performed.
  • Resolved duplicate golf scorecards being uploaded.
  • Resolved an issue with compilation albums displaying incorrectly.
  • Implement the ability to transfer favorites for automotive worldwide devices.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.8.1.0 (Sep 30, 2021)

  • Fixed an issue with Express displaying an empty page under Manage Maps.

New in Garmin Express 7.8.0.0 (Sep 30, 2021)

  • Fixed an issue with users not being able to transfer maps from the internal storage to a SD card on the Manage Maps page.
  • Resolved an issue with devices being told there wasn’t sufficient space for an update, when the device had sufficient space.
  • Resolved a crash when attempting to register a Marine device that has already been registered.
  • Fixed an issue with Fleet devices not being detected by Express.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.7.0.0 (Jun 25, 2021)

  • Fixed an issue with the space meter on the Manage Maps page not updating correctly when removing a map.
  • Fixed an issue with an error modal appearing when attempting to install a 3rd party map.
  • Fixed an issue with maps being locked in BaseCamp after a user installs maps to the computer.
  • Fixed an issue with older Oregon devices not able to be added to Express.
  • Fixed an issue with users being unable to purchase Cyclops Safety Camera Subscriptions.
  • Fixed an issue with Express reverting to the dashboard when attempting to install a map for an Edge 1030 Plus.
  • Fixed an issue with MTP devices not being detected by Express.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 7.6.0.0 (May 28, 2021)

  • Implemented the ability for newer devices to install maps to the computer.
  • Resolved an issue with Express displaying a blank window when signing into Garmin Connect for select users.
  • Other bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.16.0.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • Improved our map update operation, allowing the map to be copied over to the device more efficiently.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.15.0.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • Lengthened the character limit restriction to accommodate longer email domains.
  • Improved messaging for an Express failure when a device does not have sufficient internal memory for a software update only.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.14.1.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • We fixed a bug that would prevent users from being able to add their device in Express if they received an error modal, “Could not save Nickname.”
  • Corrected a screen orientation issue if a right-to-left language was set on the computer.
  • We have re-implemented the storing of .fit and .tcx files from ANT devices locally on the user’s machine.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.13.1.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • Addressed an issue causing a high number of map update failures.

New in Garmin Express 6.13.0.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • For our devices that support SD cards, we’ve added a second storage meter to the Tools & Content page. This will display the used and remaining free space of an SD card that’s inserted into the device.
  • Users with ANT devices can now select the Continue button to download a firmware update.
  • Map updates should no longer fail for Australia/New Zealand devices with the TopoActive AU/NZ map.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.12.0.0 (Aug 22, 2019)

  • Added support for voucher codes, which can be redeemed from the Purchased tab.
  • Fixed an issue so that users can correctly renew safety camera subscriptions from the Purchased tab.

New in Garmin Express 6.11.0.0 (Jan 10, 2019)

  • Minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.9.1.0 (Oct 26, 2018)

  • Fixed an issue that could prevent Express from detecting a vívoactive 3 Music device.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.8.1.0 (Sep 19, 2018)

  • Changes:
  • For our Fitness and Outdoor devices that support ephemeris, we fixed an issue with Express providing an expired EPO.bin file.
  • Our Android OS devices will update successfully now.
  • Express would indicate a successful sync, but the activity would not get uploaded. If an activity fails to upload, Express will indicate a failure instead.
  • We’ve improved the download progress for our marine charts. The progress will no longer sit at 1 minute for an extended period of time.
  • Fixed a crash that occurs for users who are specifically running Windows 10 version 1703.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.7.1.0 (Aug 10, 2018)

  • Fixed a crash that would occur after updating Express to v6.7.0. The crash happens when the user tries to launch Express.

New in Garmin Express 6.7.0.0 (Aug 9, 2018)

  • For our devices that support CIQ apps, you will no longer need to log into the CIQ Store when launching from Express.
  • If you encounter a crash when using Express, we now provide you the ability to send us the crash report information right away. Receiving these reports will help us continue to improve your experience.
  • We’ve made some improvements to music management with our supported devices. Express will display the amount of free space available on the device and the total size of all content you’ve selected to download.
  • We improved our map update page by displaying the completed percentage and the download rate.
  • For downloadable content, such as our Cycle Maps, not all the necessary files were being delivered. Users will receive all the correct files now and no longer receive a “Can’t Unlock Maps” message.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 6.0.0.0 (Feb 27, 2018)

  • With the announcement of the Forerunner 645M, Express is now setup to support transferring music files from your computer to the device.
  • Minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.9.0.0 (Dec 13, 2017)

  • Minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.8.0.0 (Dec 13, 2017)

  • BlueChart content is now accessible for handheld devices, such as the GPSMap and Montana’s.
  • Added support for the fitness devices with CIQ favorites.
  • Fixed the progress indicator for map reinstalls so that it will reach 100%.
  • Fixed a failure for Cycle Maps installing to fenix 5x and D2 devices.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.7.0.0 (Sep 27, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue with the ?Shop for Charts? URL not directing users to the correct locale.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.6.1.0 (Aug 30, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue where users were prompted with ?Cookies Required? when attempting to sign into a Garmin Connect account via the Facebook widget.
  • Fixed an issue for an error that would occur when attempting to reinstall a CourseView map.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause a user to get stuck in a spinner state during the ?Preparing? phase of a map updates
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.5.0.0 (Aug 3, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue with non-Marine preprogrammed map cards displaying as an Invalid Chart on the Device Found page.
  • Other minor bug fixes and improvements.

New in Garmin Express 5.4.1.0 (Aug 3, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue causing syncs to fail.

New in Garmin Express 5.3.1.0 (Apr 26, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue when the install flow would not show progress for safety camera updates.
  • Fixed an issue where an incorrect banner would display after downloadable content was downloaded.
  • Fixed an issue when there wasn’t enough free space on the computer, the minimum amount of free space needed would be blank.

New in Garmin Express 5.2.0.0 (Mar 23, 2017)

  • Added Vietnamese Language support.
  • Minor improvements and bug fixes.

New in Garmin Express 5.1.1.0 (Feb 15, 2017)

  • Fixed an issue where Express could crash when attempting to add a device

New in Garmin Express 5.1.0.0 (Feb 15, 2017)

  • Added support for detecting inReach devices.
  • Fixed an issue that would cause map install progress to stall when a file failed to download.
  • Fixed an issue that incorrectly displayed the height and weight for users during account creation.
  • Fixed an issue that caused some files to not be delivered during a DLC update.

New in Garmin Express 4.5.0.0 (Nov 29, 2016)

  • Added support for Garmin downloadable content delivery

New in Garmin Express 4.3.0.0 (Nov 29, 2016)

  • No more losing activity data when switching between Garmin devices! If you’re using multiple activity tracking devices from Garmin, we now consolidate your Steps, Calories, Distance (from steps), Floors Climbed and Intensity minutes data using TrueUp
  • Fixed an issue where map installations to the computer were not displaying progress

New in Garmin Express 4.2.0.0 (Nov 29, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue with Express not detecting an SD card in a number of devices.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.28.0 (Sep 27, 2016)

  • Introduced new feature: users can now purchase, renew, and download safety camera subscriptions from within Garmin Express.
  • Improved System Tray / Action Center messaging.
  • Updated anonymous data collection privacy policy messaging.
  • Removed Vehicles and Voices.
  • Removed the ability to “retire” or “remove” devices from Garmin Connect when removing them from Garmin Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.27.0 (Sep 27, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue where some SD cards were incorrectly being reported as incompatible.
  • Improved device firmware update support for devices with activity tracking.[/INDENT]

New in Garmin Express 4.1.26.0 (Aug 18, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue that caused text to overlap when adding a device to Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.25.0 (Aug 18, 2016)

  • Added support for device detection in Windows 10 Anniversary Edition.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.24.0 (Jul 13, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue that caused the Connect IQ app settings to display a blank page.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.23.0 (Jul 9, 2016)

  • Improved map update process for computers with limited storage available.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.22.0 (May 25, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue that prevented map installation options to display.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.21.0 (May 6, 2016)

  • Updated misleading text on Garmin Account creation button in Dutch.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.19.0 (Apr 12, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue where a map update could fail if a smaller region needed to be selected.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.18.0 (Mar 24, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue where proxy setting were not being saved
  • Progress bar and time remaining estimate improvements

New in Garmin Express 4.1.17.0 (Feb 17, 2016)

  • SSL data encryption enabled throughout application.
  • Added support for Garmin PRO Control® 2 Remote Launch System.
  • Corrected recommended computer free space for map updates.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.16.0 (Jan 29, 2016)

  • Fixed an issue that prevented some SD cards from being used, despite being the size required by Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.13.0 (Jan 14, 2016)

  • Resolved an issue that caused the Connect IQ app capacity limit to display an incorrect size
  • Resolved an issue that caused two Aviation Database Update buttons to be displayed
  • Resolved an issue that allowed the computer to sleep during a map update, causing the update to potentially fail
  • The previously selected locale for purchases is now selected by default when prompted

New in Garmin Express 4.1.12.0 (Dec 11, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue that prevented devices from receiving certain map update files after completing a firmware update.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented the successful updating of maps for some zumo users.
  • Fixed an issue that prompted some users to delete activity files from their device when it wasn’t necessary to do so.
  • Improved the process of adding the Index Scale to Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.11.0 (Nov 18, 2015)

  • Added automotive device-specific help.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Connect IQ app settings to not be applied correctly

New in Garmin Express 4.1.10.0 (Nov 18, 2015)

  • Added support for vívosmart HR and Garmin Index Smart Scale
  • Fixed an issue that caused Connect IQ app settings to not be displayed
  • Fixed an issue that displayed incorrect map update file size

New in Garmin Express 4.1.9.0 (Oct 24, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue where a Forerunner 310XT in a particular state could not have data sent to the device via Garmin Connect.
  • Improved sync handling for devices with a large number of activities to sync.
  • Improved messaging to users where their computer disk space is insufficient to complete an update.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.8.0 (Sep 25, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue where step data was deleted if the device was not the active activity tracker.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented users from adding a device back to Express after they had retired the device in Garmin Connect.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.7.0 (Sep 9, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue where the “Change Account” button was inoperable
  • Fixed an issue where a number of devices wouldn’t receive a firmware update when initially being added to Express
  • Fixed an issue where Express would display the incorrect map title when changing map regions
  • Fixed translation issues in Russian and Japanese
  • Minor UI improvements

New in Garmin Express 4.1.6.0 (Aug 25, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue that would prevent subsequent golf updates to complete successfully
  • Fixed an issue that caused a transatlantic map update to result in a missing 3D map file

New in Garmin Express 4.1.5.0 (Aug 20, 2015)

  • Added support for Varia™ Smart Bike Lights.
  • Fixed an issue to direct Kenwood device users to purchase maps from the correct location.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented banner alerts from displaying.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Express to appear stalled when syncing files to a device.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.4.0 (Jul 18, 2015)

  • Added a new feature that allows users to see the state of their devices including map and software updates, device connection status, and more all from the startup screen.
  • Added right-click menus to the startup screen.
  • Added a feature that displays the battery status of some activity trackers.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Express to crash when using the D2 Bravo device.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Express to create a corrupt map file during a map update.
  • Various stability improvements.

New in Garmin Express 4.1.3.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Added a new feature that allows users to purchase map updates from within Garmin Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.25.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue where “Re-authentication Required” was received multiple times when syncing.
  • Fixed an issue where Express would crash during a sync.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.24.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Improved the Help page within Garmin Express.
  • Added the ability for users to select which drive letter should be used to update maps to their SD card.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Garmin Express to disappear when a user switches from multiple monitors to a single one.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented users from registering a device that was once registered to another Garmin Connect account.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Garmin Express to not detect that the user’s SD card was locked.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.23.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue that caused activities to be deleted after successfully syncing to Garmin Connect.
  • Fixed an issue that caused some devices to not be detected by Garmin Express.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.21.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue where step data could be lost after a device software update.
  • Fixed an issue where updating Garmin Express was not respecting the users’ custom install location.
  • Fixed an issue where map or software updates would show up as available after the update was complete.
  • Fixed an issue preventing users from updating courses on some golf devices.
  • Added the ability to select a custom install location when re-installing maps.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.20.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Improved application startup process

New in Garmin Express 4.0.19.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue related to Golf device Course updates.
  • Improved the Garmin Express application upgrade process.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.17.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed issue affecting automatic Garmin Express application updates.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.16.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Stability improvements

New in Garmin Express 4.0.14.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed an issue preventing Golf score cards from being uploaded to Garmin Connect.
  • Fixed an issue preventing manual Step Goals to be set on the vivosmart.
  • Fixed an issue preventing some Forerunner 310XT devices from syncing with Garmin Connect.

New in Garmin Express 4.0.13.0 (Jun 26, 2015)

  • Fixed a crash affecting Danish users.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented changing installed Courses on a device

New in Garmin Express 3.2.17.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Improve syncing for fitness devices, especially FR 310XT and FR 910XT
  • Improve some of the Polish strings and language listing in Express
  • Improve the user experience when users update a device that does not have enough space for a full map update
  • Fix an issue where files were not restored properly after being backed up to the computer in order to complete a software update

New in Garmin Express 3.2.16.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Fix an issue with unnecessary UAC notices displaying after user specifies not to keep Garmin Express running in the background
  • Provide a way for users to access Garmin Map Updater when they attach a personal navigation device that is not supported by Express

New in Garmin Express 3.2.13.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Improve Sync function for 910XT, 610 and 310XT devices
  • Garmin Express will automatically detect golf devices when they are connected
  • Fix an issue where the download status does not display the speed in KBs
  • Fix an issue where Express would not correctly set up WIFI network on a FR620
  • Add a feature to allow users to disable Express Tray application and core services from running all the time
  • Fix an issue where the sync section was displaying when it was not relevant to the current device

New in Garmin Express 3.2.9.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Improve Sync function for 910XT, 610 and 310XT devices

New in Garmin Express 3.2.8.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Fix transferring files issue that would result in an Error 112
  • Improved translations
  • Fix an issue where the sign-on screen would display as blank
  • Include the windows installer package with the Express Installer to fix installation errors
  • Provide a warning about removing devices like FR 405/405CX/410/301/205/305 and Edge 205/305 during device updates
  • Improve Express logging

New in Garmin Express 3.2.7.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Fix an issue where Express would remove voice files when a map was installed to an SD card
  • Fix an issue where Express would crash if a user viewed ANT+ help trying to add a new device

New in Garmin Express 3.2.6.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Support for upload and syncing of activities from SD card for Edge products
  • Fix an issue where user is told a map update is available after loading a map update
  • Improved error message for a failed update because the SD card is locked
  • Fix issue of Express client getting stuck if the connect account is changed during a sync
  • Fix the issue where Forerunner 60 was not presented with the Sync option

New in Garmin Express 3.2.5.0 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Support for upload and syncing of activities from SD card for Edge products
  • Fix an issue where Express would crash if the download of map failed and the user selected to install the maps to the computer
  • Fix some issues that would cause Express to crash
  • Improved error message for a failed update because the SD card is locked
  • Fix locale issue that states “local parameter must be specified”
  • Fix issue where Express was removing .FIT extension from files
  • Fix the issue where Forerunner 60 was not presented with the Sync option