Apply Plugin Updates on Next Launch

📋 Summary

Add an option to defer plugin updates so they are applied the next time LaunchBox starts, without forcing the user to restart immediately.


❗ Problem

Updating plugins can interrupt the user’s current session if LaunchBox needs to restart right away.

This is frustrating when the user is actively organizing their library, importing games, downloading media, or preparing to launch something.


💡 Proposal

When plugin updates are available, provide a less disruptive update option such as:

  • Update and restart now

  • Download/update later

  • Apply updates the next time LaunchBox starts

If the user chooses to defer, LaunchBox should keep using the currently loaded plugin version until the app is closed and reopened normally.


🧩 Use Cases

  • A user sees plugin updates but wants to keep working

  • A user updates several plugins at once without interrupting their session

  • Plugin updates are ready automatically the next time LaunchBox opens


📦 Benefits

  • Reduces forced interruptions

  • Makes plugin updates feel smoother

  • Gives users more control over when updates are applied

  • Improves the Plugin Manager experience


⚠️ Considerations

  • Pending plugin updates should be clearly indicated

  • Users should be able to cancel a pending update if needed

  • Existing plugin behavior should remain active until LaunchBox restarts

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Open To Community

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LaunchBox for Windows

Date

3 days ago

Author

dukdukgoos

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