files-community/Files

Bug: Properties window is opening in the background

Open

#13,697 opened on Nov 6, 2023

View on GitHub
 (21 comments) (1 reaction) (0 assignees)C# (2,719 forks)batch import
area - properties windowgood first issue

Repository metrics

Stars
 (43,502 stars)
PR merge metrics
 (Avg merge 6d 11h) (30 merged PRs in 30d)

Description

Description

When using the current Store version (3.0.1.0), when you open a folder in Files that is empty, then right-clicking a drive and opening the drive properties puts the info window into the background, so the main Files window always stays on top. Even clicking the info window lets it only flash up for a moment, but doesn't bring it to the foreground.

Steps To Reproduce

  1. Open Files.
  2. Go to a folder on your system that has no files or sub-folders inside. Removing files doesn't work, it has to be empty when you enter the folder.
  3. Right-click a drive in the sidebar.
  4. Click 'Properties' ("Eigenschaften" in German).
  5. The popup window opens, but immediately moves behind the main Files window.
  6. Clicking the info window in the background doesn't move it to the foreground.

Requirements

  • Let Files open the Properties window in the foreground and don't steal focus off it.

Files Version

3.0.1.0

Windows Version

23H2 (22635.2700)

Log File

Not needed

Contributor guide

Research direction
Investigate how the Properties window is opened and ensure it is brought to the foreground. Check the main window's event handlers that might be stealing focus. Look at the code in MainWindow or related classes for window focus management. Review the issue comments for any proposed fixes.
Tech stack
csharp
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Bug
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
Half day
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
C#Windows UI programming
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
60