Public announcements and launch copy may describe goals, tone, and roadmap. This page stays limited to how the beta works, what may differ from classic, and how to give feedback.
Why the new interface exists
Speckle is evolving the web interface as a long-term update focused on:Governance
Provide a clearer structure for permissions, controls, and operational workflows.
Industry workflows
Support common delivery and compliance workflows, including standards-driven collaboration such as ISO 19650.
Ease of use
Reduce navigation and task friction in common project and workspace flows.
Clear interface
Improve readability, responsiveness, and visual consistency across the app.
Insights first
Surface high-value signals early, based on how teams are already using dashboards.
Scale
Support larger workspaces, denser data, and heavier day-to-day usage.
This interface is not part of the public open-source speckle-server codebase.
Only deployments that ship it separately can offer the beta; a default build from
the open-source repository alone does not include it.
What you may notice in the beta
Depending on your workspace and integrations, the beta interface may surface:- A workspace view that highlights recent activity, projects, and ways to add or connect data.
- Project views that group models, issues, presentations, and linked dashboards in fewer steps than some classic paths, where the feature is available.
- Issues in the web app without opening the 3D viewer for every interaction, when the workflow supports it.
- Model-focused pages that combine version history with related tools, when your workspace offers them.
- Integration entry points (for example, ACC sync) from the workspace when that integration is enabled.
Enable beta access
Open the user menu in classic Speckle
In your workspace, open the user menu at the top-right corner.
You should see the account and server options.
Select Try new Speckle (Beta)
Click
Try new Speckle (Beta) to open the new interface.
The page reloads in the beta experience.
The beta toggle applies a UI preference. It does not change project or model data on the server.
Switch back to classic
Open the user menu in the beta interface
In the beta interface, open the user menu at the bottom of the sidebar (often in the bottom-left corner on wide layouts).
You should see profile and appearance options.
Share feedback
Report workflow gaps, confusing navigation, or regressions compared to the classic version. One thread or email per distinct issue helps triage.- Insiders forum — new interface for discussion with other Insiders
- [email protected] or book a short call
Frequently asked questions
Does the beta change my Speckle data?
Does the beta change my Speckle data?
No. Opting in or out changes which interface you use. Your projects, models, and versions remain on the server as before.
Why do I not see Try new Speckle (Beta)?
Why do I not see Try new Speckle (Beta)?
The menu entry appears only when your deployment offers this beta. If it is missing, your workspace or server may not have the option enabled yet, your account may not be in scope for the current rollout, or you may be on a self-hosted server built only from the open-source Speckle Server repository, which does not include this interface.
Is this interface in the open-source Speckle Server repository?
Is this interface in the open-source Speckle Server repository?
No. It is maintained and released separately from the public speckle-server codebase. Self-hosters who rely solely on that open-source release should not expect this beta unless their distribution or vendor explicitly adds it.
Can I switch between beta and classic freely?
Can I switch between beta and classic freely?
Yes. Use Try new Speckle (Beta) from classic and Switch to classic from the beta interface. Each switch reloads the page.
What should I include when I report a problem?
What should I include when I report a problem?
Describe the workflow you were performing, what you expected, what happened instead, and your browser (and OS if relevant). Screenshots or short recordings speed up reproduction.
Will every classic feature work the same in beta?
Will every classic feature work the same in beta?
Not necessarily during beta. Treat differences as expected until parity is documented elsewhere. Use Switch to classic if you are blocked on a specific task.
I miss something from classic Speckle — how do I tell you?
I miss something from classic Speckle — how do I tell you?
Open one forum thread or email per missing workflow or control so it can be tracked. Say what you used to do in classic (screen name, menu path, or action), what outcome you needed, and what you tried in beta instead. The Insiders category works well for discussion; use [email protected] if you prefer email. Screenshots of classic and beta side by side help when the gap is visual.