Summary stack-563
This release introduces improvements to data accessibility and download capabilities within Synapse, alongside a critical bug fix for the "Has Access" user interface. The primary objective of this work was to enhance the user experience for researchers working with dataset collections by streamlining the process of adding files to their download lists. Additionally, we addressed a visual bug that was causing confusion regarding external links for entities with associated access requirements.
These updates will primarily impact researchers and data managers who interact with dataset collections and access-controlled data. The new download functionality will make it easier to gather data for analysis, while the bug fix ensures a clearer and more accurate representation of access permissions.
A total of 2 tickets were completed in this release.
Affected Users & Systems
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Researchers and data managers utilizing Synapse dataset collections.
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Users interacting with entities governed by Access Requirements.
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Synapse API users (for download list functionality).
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The Synapse "Has Access" UI.
Deprecated or Breaking Changes
No deprecated or breaking changes are included in this release.
New Features
Extended Download List API for Dataset Collections (PLFM-9186)
We have enhanced the "add to download list" API to fully support dataset collections. This means users can now easily add all files within the datasets of a dataset collection to their download list with a single action. This significantly streamlines the process of preparing large datasets for download and analysis.
Fixes & Improvements
Corrected "HasAccess" UI Display for External Links (SWC-7501)
We have resolved a bug where the "HasAccess" UI incorrectly displayed a new external link item for many entities associated with Synapse Access Requirements. This fix ensures that the UI accurately reflects access permissions and reduces confusion for users.
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