---
title: "Release Notes: 2023 (Part II)"
description: "Everything we've been up to from July to October 2023. Some improvements and one very requested new feature!"
url: https://help.labstep.com/en/articles/8601223-release-notes-2023-part-ii
collection: "2023"
updated: 2026-06-03
language: en
---

# Release Notes: 2023 (Part II)

Everything we've been up to from July to October 2023. Some improvements and one very requested new feature!

# Item Import Improvements

We've heard your feedback and have been working hard to improve this essential component of the Inventory module. We've made the [Item Import tool](https://help.labstep.com/en/articles/7872831-importing-your-inventory.md#h_8899faa5b7) more straightforward and have boosted its efficiency so you can import your items seamlessly. To learn how to use the Item Import Tool, click [here](https://help.labstep.com/en/articles/7872831-importing-your-inventory.md#h_8899faa5b7).

The improvement to the Item Import tool includes the following:

-   More guidance for the user
    
-   Better Import File Mapping
    
-   Improved column matching for existing metadata fields
    
-   Add via Table option
    
-   Overall Improved Performance
    

![](https://staticfiles.gleap.io/helpcenter/699dc51d2188da0fb351700e/20260224153922_6462.gif)

# Order Request Templates

You can now set up templates for your order requests – simplifying the process of capturing all the necessary metadata in one go. For more information on how to use these templates, please click [here](https://help.labstep.com/en/articles/8367695-using-order-request-templates.md).

![](https://staticfiles.gleap.io/helpcenter/699dc51d2188da0fb351700e/20260224153907_0232.gif)

# Click column headers to filter by metadata

It's now easier to filter through your inventory and order requests – just click on the column headers to filter by metadata! It is even possible to preview metadata or show when an order request has been updated without clicking on an entity; simply toggle the "_Show Metadata Preview_" or "_Show Status Info_" button.

![](https://staticfiles.gleap.io/helpcenter/699dc51d2188da0fb351700e/20260224153905_9834.gif)

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**_Something missing?_**

_If there's a feature you'd like to see in the next release, let us know_ [_here_](mailto:info@labstep.com) _or use the in-app chat function._