✨ Center window with random offset
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Description
Feature Request Summary
When I center multiple windows, their shadows overlap and create a very dark area, which looks a bit messy. Additionally, when all windows are centered in exactly the same position, it becomes harder to access the windows underneath because they are completely covered.
Adding an option to slightly randomize the position of centered windows would create a more scattered layout. I personally find this useful, and it might be helpful for others as well.
Problem / Opportunity & Desired Solution
Problem / Opportunity:
When multiple windows are centered at the same position, they overlap completely. This causes their shadows to stack and create a visually distracting dark area. It also makes it difficult to access windows underneath because they are hidden behind the top window.
Desired Solution:
Add an option to slightly randomize the position of newly centered windows, introducing a small offset between them. This would create a more organized overlapping layout, make underlying windows easier to discover and access, and improve the overall visual experience.
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Additional Context
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Priority
Low (nice to have)
Final Checks
- My issue is written in English.
- My issue title is descriptive.
- This is a single feature request (multiple feature requests should be reported individually).
- I have looked to see if this is a duplicate of another feature request.
- I can help with research or testing.
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Research direction
The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. First locate the window-centering implementation and clarify the option's offset range, randomness, and configuration behavior. Done means centered windows can optionally receive small varied offsets without changing the existing default behavior.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- swift
- Domain
- desktop
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 5/5
- Estimated time
- Over a week
- Activity status
- Quiet
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 45/100