Comparison of Features in Different Versions of Document Output
On this page, you'll first find a brief overview of what Document Output versions that are supported by what versions of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and next, you'll find an overview of features in Document Output by version.
Which Document Output version is supported by my Business Central installation?
Below, you can see a brief overview of supported Document Output versions by version of Business Central. Over time, some older versions of Business Central will not support the newest version of Document Output, as development of new Document Output features is aimed at the latest Business Central versions.
| Supported Business Central versions | Document Output release |
|---|---|
| Business Central 2026 release wave 1 (BC v28) | Document Output 2026 R1 |
| Business Central 2025 release wave 2 (BC v27) | Document Output 2025 R2 |
| From Business Central 2024 release wave 1 (BC v24) to Business Central 2025 release wave 1 (BC v26) | Document Output 2025 R1 |
| From Business Central 2023 release wave 2 (BC v23) to Business Central 2024 release wave 2 (BC v25) Business Central April 2019 (BC v14) | Document Output 2024 R2 |
| From Business Central 2023 release wave 1 (BC v22) to Business Central 2024 release wave 1 (BC v24) Business Central April 2019 (BC v14) | Document Output 2024 R1 |
| From Business Central 2022 release wave 2 (BC v21) to Business Central 2023 release wave 2 (BC v23) Business Central April 2019 (BC v14) | Document Output 2023 R2 |
For a detailed list of all supported versions, see Supported NAV and Business Central versions
Feature comparison by Document Output version
Continia maintains its focus on developing new features for the latest version of Business Central, meaning that certain features will not be available in older versions of Document Output.
In the below table, you can see the features that are available in different versions of Document Output.
Essential
Depending on your version of Document Output, the Essential module comes with the following key features:
| Feature | 2022 R1 | 2022 R2 | 2023 R1 | 2023 R2 | 2024 R1 | 2024 R2 | 2025 R1 | 2025 R2 | 2026 R1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Streamlined and automated distribution of all documents | |||||||||
| More than 25 different email templates, ready to use from the get-go | |||||||||
| Flexible use of merge fields within emails | |||||||||
| Option of adding background PDFs, watermarks, logos, company information, etc. | |||||||||
| Full log and audit trail of all sent emails, printouts, and electronic documents | |||||||||
| State-of-the-art HTML editor to help you design professional-looking emails | |||||||||
| Customer and vendor FactBoxes for a better overview | |||||||||
| Ability to send documents in batches from the Document Output queue | |||||||||
| Option of merging separate PDFs and sending them as one (for example, sales and delivery terms merged with invoices) | |||||||||
| Ability to attach all types of documents to emails | |||||||||
| Date-based email signatures for campaign banners or similar | |||||||||
| Dimension- or variant-based templates | |||||||||
| Flexible recipient setup for all customers and vendors, including To, Cc and Bcc | |||||||||
| Easy storage of documents in folders | |||||||||
| Email template lines based on language code | |||||||||
| Ability to send customer statements automatically | |||||||||
| Remittance advice templates included for both payment entries and payment journal | |||||||||
| Tooltips for all Document Output fields | |||||||||
| Support for the Business Central Universal Code Initiative | |||||||||
| Report selection on template | |||||||||
| Multiple supported languages on templates | |||||||||
| ZUGFeRD format (DE) | |||||||||
| Factur-x format (FR) | |||||||||
| Different background images in PDF files | |||||||||
| Report selection on template lines | |||||||||
| Merging reminders and open documents into one file | |||||||||
| Ability to attach related documents as separate files | |||||||||
| Azure app integration (OAUTH2) | |||||||||
| Easy application of language variants on email template lines | |||||||||
| Improved FactBox with attachment names on template lines | |||||||||
| More email recipient flexibility | |||||||||
| Output Profiles optimization | |||||||||
| Enhanced email signature functionality | |||||||||
| Integration with Azure BLOB storage | |||||||||
| Automatic AL extensions in custom-made email templates | |||||||||
| More merge field options | |||||||||
| Source document information in email template body | |||||||||
| Ability to send emails without attachments | |||||||||
| Merge multiple attachments or send separately | |||||||||
| AU/NZ and NL Peppol Service activation | |||||||||
| Handled by DO | |||||||||
| Merge field editor in signatures | |||||||||
| Embed PDF in XML | |||||||||
| Copy email template lines to new lines | |||||||||
| Enhanced automatic statements | |||||||||
| Handled (DO) and Output Profiles on reminders | |||||||||
| Embed documents in E-Doc | |||||||||
| Strengthened log preservation security | |||||||||
| Optimized UI on customer/vendor settings | |||||||||
| Resend functionality for XML files | |||||||||
| Ability to add different file engines to template lines | |||||||||
| Payment means without the use of extensions | |||||||||
| Ability to edit XML files before they're resent | |||||||||
| Network‑level Schematron validation before documents are sent |
Security
The Security module includes the following key features:
| Feature | 2025 R2 |
|---|---|
| Password protection of PDF files | |
| Ability to legally sign all PDF files with your own certificate | |
| Automatic application of eIDAS-compliant eSeals to PDF documents to ensure that they're authentic and legally valid |