transmission/transmission

Double-clicking a torrent should focus the Torrent Inspector

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#8040 opened on Jan 1, 2026

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Description

What is the issue?

When you double click a torrent, the Torrent Inspector opens. However, it is not focused.

The Torrent Inspector should gain focus when it opens.

Which application of Transmission?

macOS app

Which version of Transmission?

4.0.6 (38c164933e)

Contributor guide

Tech stack
cppobjective c
Domain
desktop
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
2
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.
clear
Prerequisites
basic knowledge of macOS UI developmentfamiliarity with Transmission's codebase
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
80
Research direction
To address this issue, locate the code that handles double clicking a torrent in the macOS app. This is likely in the TorrentListController or similar file. Investigate how the Torrent Inspector window is opened and ensure that after opening, it is brought to front and given focus using methods like `makeKeyAndOrderFront:` or `setIsVisible:` combined with `becomeFirstResponder`. Check the existing inspector opening logic in files like `TorrentInspectorController.mm` or `Controller.mm`.