Big things are happening at Caelor. Today, we're not just launching a new version of Optics—we’re kicking off a bold new direction for all our Confluence apps.

In this blog, we want to share what’s changing, why we’re doing it, and how Optics 2.0 is just the beginning of a smarter, more inspiring experience for every team building in Confluence.

We’ve led the way—now we’re raising the bar

For years, Caelor has been at the forefront of innovation in the Confluence ecosystem. And it’s not just us saying it—we were named Atlassian Partner of the Year for Innovation. We've shaped the way teams build content—so much so that our innovations have famously influenced how other Marketplace partners design their apps. 

But hey—imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? We’re not here to blend in though. We’re here to set a new standard.

That’s why we’re launching a bold new direction across all our apps—starting with Optics 2.0. This isn’t about packing in more features. It’s about making every part of the experience smarter, faster, and radically simpler.

We’re focusing on what matters most:

• Simplicity, because tools should get out of your way—not slow you down.

• Speed, because great pages shouldn’t take hours.

• Design, because every team deserves professional-grade visuals—without hiring a designer.

We worked with top creatives to bake beautiful design right into the product. Now, any team can create content that’s on-brand, on-point, and visually stunning—with just a few clicks.

Because design isn’t just for designers. It’s for everyone.

🌈 Effortless Brand Consistency with the Smart Style guide

Say goodbye to “almost on-brand” pages. With the new Smart Style guide in Optics 2.0, you can lock in your brand’s look and feel—so every module your teams use is polished, professional, and perfectly consistent.

Admins can set default colors, corner styles, and more to match your brand identity across the board. No design skills needed. No second guessing.

Here’s what makes it powerful:

• Customizable Color Palettes
  Choose from curated themes or upload your own brand colors—Optics ensures everything fits together beautifully, automatically.

• Dark Mode Support
  Modules adapt to light or dark Confluence themes on the fly, keeping your pages accessible and visually sharp, day or night.

• Adjustable Corner Styles
  Whether you love clean angles or soft curves, Optics gives you the flexibility to match your brand’s vibe with just a click.

With Smart Style guide, every team—from HR to product, marketing to operations—can create on-brand pages without even thinking about it.

✨ Designer Templates—No Design Skills Needed

We believe great design should be built in—not bolted on. That’s why every content formatting option in Optics 2.0 now comes with professionally designed, ready-to-use templates that bring instant visual impact to your content.

Whether you’re building an onboarding page, a marketing campaign plan, or a company-wide announcement, Optics helps you go from idea to polished result in seconds.

What you’ll love:

• Professionally Designed Templates
  Each template is crafted by top designers to make sure your pages look clean, modern, and on point—every time.

• Fast, Flexible Setup
  Just pick a formatting option (like Cards, Panels, or Buttons), choose your template, and drop in your content.

• Optimized for Real-World Use
  There is a formatting option with stunning templates for every kind of work—from internal updates and event invites to stakeholder reports and team communications.

With Templates in Optics 2.0, anyone in your organization can create professional-grade pages—effortlessly.

🧠 A Unified, Intuitive Editing Interface

We’ve completely reimagined the way you create in Optics. The new interface introduces a clean, left-to-right editing flow that gives you total control over your content—without overwhelming you with complexity.

Everything is right where you need it, and nothing gets in your way.

Here’s how it makes work easier:

• All Formatting Options at a Glance
  Instantly switch between Cards, Panels, Buttons, and more—without jumping between screens.

• Streamlined Left-to-Right Workflow
  Choose your template, apply global styles, and fine-tune your settings—all from one clear, intuitive layout.

• Faster Workflows, Better Results
  Spend less time navigating and more time creating pages that get noticed.

Whether you're building a quick team update or a polished leadership report, the new interface helps you get it done faster—and better.

This Is Just the Beginning

Optics 2.0 isn’t just an upgrade. It’s the first step in a whole new experience across all Caelor apps. Our vision? A unified, intuitive environment where building beautiful Confluence pages is second nature—for everyone.

That means:

• Smarter workflows with fewer clicks

• Seamless integration across Caelor apps like Pulse and Cosmos

• And most of all—giving you the power to create, communicate, and inspire without friction

We’re not just raising the bar. We’re building the future of collaboration, one beautifully designed page at a time.

Want to see it in action?

👉 Download Optics 2.0 today on the Atlassian Marketplace