Add an option for LaunchBox and Big Box to automatically close specified background applications when the program is exited. This complements the existing feature that allows apps to launch automatically on startup.
Introduce a setting
“Close these applications when exiting LaunchBox/Big Box.”
Users can specify which apps to terminate (e.g., controller software, background launchers, or companion tools).
Provide a safe termination method with a short delay and confirmation option to avoid abrupt closures.
A user has apps like Steam, DS4Windows, and MSI Afterburner set to auto-launch with Big Box.
When they exit Big Box, those apps remain running in the background.
With this feature, LaunchBox automatically closes those apps upon exit, freeing up system resources.
Keeps systems clean by preventing unnecessary background processes.
Saves users from manually closing apps after gameplay sessions.
Completes the automation loop for users who already use auto-start features.
Should support graceful shutdowns (e.g., sending close commands instead of force kills).
Could include per-app settings for finer control, such as “Only close when Big Box closes” or “Close when either LaunchBox or Big Box exits.”
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