libretro / libretro/RetroArch

[Feature Request] Add "Refresh All Playlists" function

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Description

Currently, playlists can be refreshed using the same settings they were created with. However, this must be done indvidually for each playlist. I am requesting that a "Refresh all playlists" be added to the "Manage Playlists" menu (Settings->Playlists->Manage Playlists). This should trigger a refresh for all eligible playlists.

My use case: I currently use Syncthings sync RetroArch files (ROMs, thumbnails, saves, playtime logs) between multiple devices. This often involves making updates across multiple playlists. I currently have to refresh each playlist individually but would love the functionallity to refresh all when using a device I haven't used in awhile.

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Research direction

Start at the Settings -> Playlists -> Manage Playlists entry point and trace how an individual playlist refresh is triggered. Add a Refresh All Playlists action that applies the existing refresh behavior to every eligible playlist, then verify that all eligible playlists are refreshed.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
frontend
Issue type
Feature
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3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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