Objective
Enhance the Tool Preset Editor.
Design Revisions
| Revision | Current Design | Issues | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Icon Picker Update | The icon picker is very small on HDPI screens. | Limited icon visibility reduces ease of use and impacts feature discoverability. | Added a new icon_tool_preset boolean property to adjust the icon picker size in the Tool Preset Editor. Enlarged and centered the icon picker for better visibility and usability. |
| 2. Tool Preset Information Table | New Feature | Users lack insight into the saved and active states of resources linked to Tool Presets, hindering editing and creation workflows. | Implemented an information table that clearly displays the saved and active states of resources associated with Tool Presets. |
| 3. Resource Reloading Options | Tool Preset Editor options are listed without context. | Unorganized options create a cluttered interface and lead to an oversized dock, reducing efficiency. | Grouped related options under a collapsible “Resource Reloading” frame using an expandable widget. Added explanatory tooltips for clarity. |
| 4. Linked Resource Saving Options | New Feature | There are no options for managing linked resources when creating new Tool Presets. | Introduced an expandable “Linked Resource Saving” frame that provides toggleable options for managing linked resources. These options apply when saving Tool Presets or linked resources. |
| 5. Linked Resource Save-As Feature | New Feature | No streamlined method for creating additional presets with named copies of linked resources. | Added a “Save As” button and menu option to save linked resources with new names. Implemented a dialog that provides a guided workflow for naming and saving linked resources along with Tool Presets. |
Key Changes
Icon Picker Update:
- Added a new
icon_tool_presetboolean property to dynamically adjust the icon picker’s size in the Tool Preset Editor. - Enlarged and centered the icon picker for better usability on HDPI screens.
- Added a new
Tool Preset Information Table:
- Introduced an information table that displays both the saved and active states of resources linked to Tool Presets.
- This provides users with clear insights into linked resource configurations, enhancing editing and creation workflows.
Resource Reloading Options:
- Consolidated the Tool Preset Editor’s resource reloading options into a collapsible “Resource Reloading” frame using a GTK expander widget.
- Added tooltips to clarify the purpose of each option, improving usability and reducing interface clutter.
Linked Resource Saving Options:
- Added a collapsible “Linked Resource Saving” frame for managing linked resource options when saving Tool Presets.
- Ensures streamlined handling of linked resources for both new and existing presets.
Save-As Feature for Linked Resources:
- Introduced a “Save As” button and menu option for saving linked resources with new names.
- Created an interactive dialog to guide users through naming linked resources and saving Tool Presets.
Benefits
- Improved Usability: The enlarged icon picker and structured layout of the Tool Preset Editor enhance visual feedback and accessibility.
- Streamlined Workflows: New options for managing linked resources simplify the process of creating and editing Tool Presets.
- Reduced Interface Clutter: Collapsible frames and grouped options reduce visual noise, ensuring an organized and compact interface.
- Enhanced Discoverability: Tooltips and guided dialogs improve feature discoverability, particularly for new users.