processing / processing/processing4

Add Window Maximization Preference

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Description

Relevant sub-area for this feature?

Core/Environment/Rendering

Feature description

Add a user preference to control whether the Processing IDE window opens maximized by default.

Benefits

Currently, users have no control over the initial window state when opening Processing. This feature would allow users to set their preferred default window behavior, improving the user experience for those who prefer to work with maximized windows.

Possible challenges

None

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
  4. Open a pull request that references the issue number.

Research direction

Start in the Core/Environment/Rendering area and trace where the Processing IDE window is created and its initial state is set. Identify the existing preference-handling path, then add a preference for opening maximized and verify that the IDE honors it when launched.

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Assessment

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

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