ODK Collect v2026.1 Beta: real-time geo constraints, guidance hints shown by default, offline Entities from repeats

ODK Collect v2025.4.0-beta.2 is now available :sparkles:

New: intersects function for geotrace/shape

We’ve added the intersects function, which detects self-intersections in geotrace and geoshape values. This is our first step toward preventing invalid polygons, which we discussed on the Insiders call last month. You can now try the function out using this sample form, see how it behaves, and share your feedback as we continue shaping the feature.

Other improvements

  • System Entity properties (__version) and styling properties are now hidden in the select one from map bottom sheet
  • Clearer and more helpful language in repeat dialogs
  • Form download optimisations
  • Improved autosend scheduling on newer devices
  • Video questions now show a preview (laying groundwork for media in summary view)
  • New banner reminding users about upcoming changes requiring Android 8+
  • Release notes
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