Window Settings allow you to control how Alex Sidebar behaves and positions itself alongside Xcode. Access these settings through Settings → Workspace Configuration → Window Management.

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Available Settings

Alex Sidebar provides five key window management options:

Bring Alex to front when Xcode is clicked

Automatically brings Alex Sidebar to the foreground whenever you interact with Xcode, ensuring it’s always accessible when you need it.

Auto-Snap Alex next to Xcode

Automatically positions Alex Sidebar adjacent to your Xcode window, maintaining optimal placement as you work.

Let Alex fill rest of the screen

Allows Alex Sidebar to expand and use all available screen space not occupied by Xcode, maximizing your workspace efficiency.

Match height with Xcode

Keeps Alex Sidebar’s height synchronized with your Xcode window for a clean, aligned interface.

Stay on top

Ensures Alex Sidebar remains visible above other windows, so it’s always available when you need assistance.

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Configuration Pages

Activation

Window focus and activation behaviors

Positioning

Automatic positioning and snapping

Tips & Best Practices

Window management tips and configurations