- Added an `encoding` option to `cy.request()` for setting response body encoding (default UTF-8).
- Fixed regressions: address bar disappearing and UI shift during scrolling/screenshots, test hangs with source‑mapped specs, and enhanced error when the plugins file does not export a function.
4.7.0
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