arduino / arduino/Arduino

IDE brings itself to front when loading on macOS

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OS: OSX Type: Bug
Dominant language
Java
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Description

OS: 10.14.3
IDE: 1.8.8
When I am using other apps while launching Arduino IDE, the IDE brings itself to front when it changes what it's loading(i.e. "Initializing Packages" -> "Preparing Boards" -> "Starting") which can be annoying.

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Research direction

Reproduce the launch sequence on macOS 10.14.3 while another app is active, watching the transitions from “Initializing Packages” to “Preparing Boards” to “Starting.” Trace the Arduino IDE 1.x startup and window-focus behavior; done means the IDE stays behind the active app throughout loading.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java, macos
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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