What’s New - May 2026
Blog post from Sanity
The text provides updates on several product features and community contributions. The User Attributes update simplifies access control by allowing administrators to attach contextual identity data to user profiles, which are then referenced in role filters, streamlining the management of roles and permissions. Scheduled Functions enable recurring automation tasks like data syncs and cache invalidation without external dependencies, integrating seamlessly with existing CI/CD pipelines. Canvas field labels utilize AI to structure content effectively, allowing content teams to automate the process from drafting to publishing. The text also highlights insights from creators like Bjorn Staal, who uses AI in art, and Olympic cyclist Kristen Faulkner, who develops AI tools for athletic performance research. Additionally, community member Dick de Leeuw contributes a visual merchandising plugin for Sanity Studio, enhancing content management capabilities for fashion brands.