hovancik/stretchly

[Feature request]: Minimize windows at the start of breaks

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#1,578 opened on Mar 4, 2025

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Description

Version

  • I'm using version 1.17.2

Existing requests

  • I've checked Existing requests

Advanced Preferences

  • I've checked Advanced Preferences

What operating system are you using?

Windows

Operating System Version

Windows 11

Problem description

The user is immediately returned to what they were doing after a break. With the windows minimized, the user may opt to take a longer break because all he can see is his desktop. He can manually maximize his windows when he is ready to work.

Possible solution

Minimize all windows at the start of the break.

This could be an advanced setting which is off by default.

Alternative solutions

None.

Additional information

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Contributor guide

Tech stack
javascriptelectron
Domain
desktop
Issue type
feature
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.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of ElectronFamiliarity with Windows window management
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
65
Research direction
Investigate how to minimize all windows on Windows using Electron. Look into using the `win.minimize()` method on all BrowserWindows or using native Windows API via `node ffi` or `node win32 api`. Check existing code in the repository for similar system interactions. Consider adding a toggle in Advanced Preferences. Refer to issue comments for any maintainer guidance.