{"id":44690,"date":"2026-03-17T22:28:39","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T18:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/?p=44690"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:41:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T10:41:26","slug":"ispring-learn-april-2025-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/ispring-learn-april-2025-update","title":{"rendered":"Four Smart Improvements in iSpring LMS [April 2025 Update]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At iSpring, we\u2019re always working on new ways to make training management simpler, clearer, and more effective. This April, we\u2019ve rolled out four updates designed to simplify daily tasks, speed up processes, and give your learning content a more polished look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Let\u2019s jump right in and see how these updates improve your LMS experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/span><a href=\"#development-plans\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">New Module \u2014 Development Plans<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/span><a href=\"#block-resizing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Custom Block Resizing in Courses and Articles\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/span><a href=\"#full-width-articles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Full-Width Knowledge Base Articles<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/span><a href=\"#info-hiding-tools\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Info-Hiding Tools in Image Markup<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1.-New-Module-\u2014-Development-Plans\"><a id=\"development-plans\"><\/a>1. New Module \u2014 Development Plans<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">HR teams can now create comprehensive tracks that cover everything from signing contracts and scheduling check-ins <\/span><strong>to tracking progress during probation<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. The result is a more consistent and transparent experience for both employees and managers.<\/span><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"border-img alignnone wp-image-42260\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Development-plans-in-iSpring-LMS.png\" alt=\"Development plans in iSpring LMS\" width=\"700\" height=\"362\" \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For new employees, this means a structured onboarding path with step-by-step tasks, clear deadlines, and mentor support, so everyone knows what\u2019s expected and can focus on hitting key milestones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The update also supports <\/span><strong>continuous skill development<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Companies can easily track progress toward learning and performance goals, helping employees grow steadily over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"phrase\">\n<p class=\"phrase_text\">\u201cDevelopment Plans are a major step forward \u2014 not just for iSpring LMS, but for how companies approach employee onboarding and development. This is a <strong>powerful and non-traditional LMS module<\/strong> that solves real business challenges, helping make learning more structured, scalable, and aligned with long-term goals.\u201d<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"phrase_author_photo alignnone wp-image-44691 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Michael-Keller-1.jpg\" alt=\"Michael Keller\" width=\"150\" height=\"165\" \/>\n<div class=\"phrase_author_wrapper\">\n<p class=\"phrase_author\">Michael Keller<\/p>\n<p class=\"phrase_author_post\">CPO at iSpring Solutions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We covered the new module\u2019s capabilities in more detail in our previous article. Check it out:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4d7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd7\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"\/knowledge-hub\/fuel-employee-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Meet the brand-new module in iSpring LMS \u2014 Development Plans<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2.-Custom-Block-Resizing-in-Courses-and-Articles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a id=\"block-resizing\"><\/a>2. Custom Block Resizing in Courses and Articles <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Previously, images and videos in page-like courses and Knowledge Base articles were limited to standard sizes, which sometimes made visuals appear too small to read, especially on mobile devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With this update, you can <\/span><strong>freely resize media blocks to fit your content perfectly<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Enlarge important visuals, shrink others to minimize distractions, or keep everything as is \u2014 whatever works best for your layout.<\/span><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"border-img alignnone wp-image-44692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Custom-block-resizing-in-courses-and-articles.jpg\" alt=\"Custom Block Resizing in Courses and Articles\" width=\"700\" height=\"354\" \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You now have three ways to adjust block size:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Use presets<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Choose from text-width, wider-than-text, or full-width options.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Set exact dimensions<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Enter specific pixel values for precise control.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Drag-and-drop handles<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Quickly resize blocks by dragging the corners.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This update gives you full flexibility to create professional, visually appealing layouts. Your content becomes easier to read, more engaging, and responsive on every screen \u2014 from desktops to smartphones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4d7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd7\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ispringhelpdocs.com\/ispring-learn\/image-16187810.html?isv=ded8a9efbd3a45008214bd4e42cc4c3d.1746605738.-1607602392\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to resize blocks [help doc] \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"3.-Full-Width-Knowledge-Base-Articles\"><a id=\"full-width-articles\"><\/a>3. Full-Width Knowledge Base Articles<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You now have the option to choose your article\u2019s layout. Stick with the familiar compact view or easily switch to a full-width format \u2014 it\u2019s up to you. When you enable full-width, all content (including text, images, and other blocks) adjusts automatically.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"image_wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"border-img alignnone wp-image-44693\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Full-width-knowledge-base-articles.jpg\" alt=\"Full-Width Knowledge Base Articles\" width=\"700\" height=\"354\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The full-width option helps you use the full screen, making it faster to read or edit long documents. This enhancement reduces scrolling, improves focus, and creates a more comfortable reading experience \u2014 especially on large displays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To enable full-width, go to <\/span><strong>Settings<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2192 <\/span><strong>Other<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2192 <\/span><strong>Page Layout<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and select <\/span><strong>Wide<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. You can switch back anytime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4d7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd7\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ispringhelpdocs.com\/ispring-learn\/article-100870331.html?isv=ded8a9efbd3a45008214bd4e42cc4c3d.1746605544.-1607602392\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How to adjust article width [help doc] \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4.-Info-Hiding-Tools-in-Image-Markup\"><a id=\"info-hiding-tools\"><\/a>4. Info-Hiding Tools in Image Markup<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Working with images in iSpring LMS just got easier \u2014 and more secure! Now you can <strong>hide sensitive or confidential information directly in the course editor<\/strong> using built-in blur and pixelation tools.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Quickly and precisely conceal sensitive details like emails, phone numbers, login credentials, or personal data. For example, pixelate customer information in sales materials or blur personal details in compliance or onboarding courses:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"image_wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"border-img alignnone wp-image-44694\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Enhanced-image-editing.jpg\" alt=\"Info-Hiding Tools in Image Markup\" width=\"700\" height=\"431\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This new feature works across scrollable courses, news, quizzes in courses, and Knowledge Base articles \u2014 and it\u2019s available in all iSpring LMS plans. It allows you to:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maintain confidentiality and meet data protection requirements easily.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep visuals clean, focused, and professional without distracting personal data.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Save time by editing screenshots directly in iSpring LMS, eliminating the need for external software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Explore-These-iSpring-LMS-Updates-in-Action\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Explore These iSpring LMS Updates in Action<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All of these enhancements are live and ready to use, so give them a try! I, if you\u2019re new to iSpring LMS, <\/span><a href=\"\/trial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>sign up for a free 30-day trial<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or <\/span><a href=\"\/demo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>book a free consultation<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to explore how our LMS can support your training goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class=\"product-inside-article product-inside-article_learn\">\n    <div class=\"product-inside-article__text-wrapper product-inside-article__text-wrapper_learn\">\n        <div class=\"product-inside-article__header product-inside-article__header_learn\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/trial?ref=blog-banner\" class=\"product-inside-article__header-link product-inside-article__header-link_learn\" target=\"_blank\">iSpring LMS<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"product-inside-article__text product-inside-article__text_learn\">for your mission-critical project<\/div>\n        <div class=\"product-inside-article__button-wrapper\">\n            <a class=\"product-inside-article__button product-inside-article__button_article b-button__learn-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/trial?ref=blog-banner\" target=\"_blank\">Try for free<\/a>\n            <a class=\"product-inside-article__link b-link_learn-more_white\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com?ref=blog-banner\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"b-link_learn-more_white__text\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"b-link_learn-more_white__arrow\"> &rarr;<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <a class=\"product-inside-article__image-wrapper product-inside-article__image-wrapper_article product-inside-article__image-wrapper_learn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com?ref=blog-banner\" target=\"_blank\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"258\" height=\"335\" class=\"product-inside-article__image product-inside-article__image_article\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/ispring-blog-flat-bootstrap\/images\/float_block\/lms-banner.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ispring.com\/knowledge-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/ispring-blog-flat-bootstrap\/images\/float_block\/lms-banner-x2.webp\" alt=\"\"\/>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At iSpring, we\u2019re always working on new ways to make training management simpler, clearer, and more effective. 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