Announcing SharePoint Framework 1.18.1 with updates for Microsoft Viva Connections

The SharePoint Framework has released version 1.18.1, which includes new mobile theming support for Microsoft Viva Connections extensibility. This update provides more advanced functionality for creating compelling portal experiences with SharePoint.

Viva Connections is a module of Microsoft Viva, which is a new employee experience platform designed to make work more personalized and engaging. The SharePoint Framework provides enhanced mobile theming to improve the user experience and flexibility of portal branding to achieve this.

This public release enhances the functionality and flexibility of portal branding, providing greater personalization options that align with Microsoft's focus on delivering a personalized employee experience. Developers can take advantage of these new features to create engaging portal experiences that improve employee engagement and productivity.

The announcement can be found in the Microsoft 365 Developer Blog.