NetBeans currently lacks support for fractional scaling on Linux. This hurts the out-of-box experience (OOBE) and first impressions, especially compared to other Java IDEs. With HiDPI displays now common and more developers using Linux, the impact of this deficiency has grown.
https://github.com/apache/netbeans/pull/8589 proposes a practical fix. It has been tested by multiple users and we are not aware of regressions. The PR has been open for several months; I would like to help move it forward. A concern was raised that flatlaf.uiScale might scale some UI elements but not others. In practice: - We have not observed issues on tested systems (my own and a report on the user list). - Merging #8589 does not block a more robust solution later. - No alternative working solution has been presented. I propose that we merge and release #8589 unless there is a demonstrable regression or a specific long-term maintenance risk. If there are concerns, please share concrete reproduction steps, affected subsystems, or acceptance criteria so that I have an action item to update the PR. I am new to the NetBeans community, but if released I will do my best to address any regressions (if reported) promptly. If we cannot resolve an issue quickly, I will prepare a revert of my own changes. Please advise on the preferred path forward. I am happy to iterate based on specific feedback and clear action items. Thanks, Basil --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: dev-unsubscr...@netbeans.apache.org For additional commands, e-mail: dev-h...@netbeans.apache.org For further information about the NetBeans mailing lists, visit: https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/NETBEANS/Mailing+lists
