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Integrate nativefiledialog as an Alternative to ImGui File Dialog #19

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@ecrinyildiz

rn our project uses ImGui File Dialog for handling file selection since the previous merge. While this provides a consistent UI experience, it does not leverage native OS file dialogs, which provide a more seamless experience for users.

This issue proposes integrating nativefiledialog, a lightweight, OS-native file dialog system, as an alternative to ImGui File Dialog.

Motivation

  • Native Look & Feel: Uses the default file dialog of Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Less UI Overhead: Avoids rendering a custom file browser inside the application.
  • Simple API: Minimal implementation effort with a single function call.
  • Better User Experience: Faster navigation, system bookmarks, and drag-and-drop support.

References:

nativefiledialog GitHub Repository

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