SnapGene

SnapGene 8.2.3

Plan, visualize, & document core molecular biology procedures

  • By GSL Biotech LLC
  • Proprietary
  • Updated Aug 25, 2026
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About SnapGene

Plan, visualize, & document core molecular biology procedures

What's new in 8.2.3

This release includes a number of important fixes and minor improvements.

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Technical details

PublisherGSL Biotech LLC
Version8.2.3
Release date2026-08-25
LicenseProprietary
Installer typenullsoft
Architecturex64
Package IDGSLBiotech.SnapGene
Install scopeAll users
DependenciesMicrosoft.VCRedist.2015+.x64

Install SnapGene from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=GSLBiotech.SnapGene -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=GSLBiotech.SnapGene -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=GSLBiotech.SnapGene -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"snapgene_8.2.3_win.exe" /S

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File types supported by SnapGene

SnapGene can open or be associated with 34 file types:

.ab1.abd.abf.abi.alf.ape.clxn.dna.dnaln.dnas.fa.fas.fast.fasta.fastq.ffn.fna.fq.fsa.gb.gbank.gbff.gbk.gbs.gbwithparts.gel.gen.genbank.mirror.mpfa.nt.praln.rna.ztr

SnapGene version history

8.2.2 Jan 7, 2026

This release includes a number of important fixes and minor improvements.

8.2.1 Oct 15, 2025

This release includes a number of important fixes.

8.2.0 Sep 24, 2025

SnapGene 8.2 streamlines access to metadata and contextual information with a new file table for multiple file selections, enhanced tooltips and modernized trace view and info panel.
File info table for multiple selections The new file info table provides an overview of key file metadata for your selection. Customizable columns allow you to tailor and sort the view to your needs.

Enhanced tooltips
Quickly understand key information about your sequences, with modern, visual tooltips for enzymes, features, primers, and more.

Streamlined, modern UI
Trace view has been updated to be fully integrated into the main SnapGene UI with a new mode to view full height. The redesigned flyover control for the folder panel improves access to key controls. The modernized info panel displays metadata and embedded files clearly.

Other versions

  • 8.1.1
  • 8.1.0

Frequently asked questions

Is SnapGene free?

SnapGene is proprietary software from GSL Biotech LLC. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.

What is the latest version of SnapGene?

The latest version is 8.2.3, released on Aug 25, 2026.

Is it safe to download SnapGene?

The download button links to the official installer published on cdn.snapgene.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 8a0ec2075706dd911596d088070b45977a1d1ff57aecaa11d351a04f461e8c0c.

Which Windows versions does SnapGene support?

SnapGene runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install SnapGene silently?

Run the offline installer with "snapgene_8.2.3_win.exe" /S, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=GSLBiotech.SnapGene -e --silent.

How do I uninstall SnapGene?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find SnapGene and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=GSLBiotech.SnapGene -e.

What file types can SnapGene open?

SnapGene supports 34 file types, including .ab1, .abd, .abf, .abi, .alf, .ape, .clxn, .dna and more.

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