Windows 7 windows media player mini view

[chriske]

I like the start menu toolbar to be on top of the screen
so far so good but...

whenever I double click any media file the WMP mini viewer opens up to play the file
the mini viewer's title bar is always underneat the start menu toolbar
this happens every time

when you resize the window with the lower window handle the entire window automatically pops up from under the start menu toolbar

I have seen this happen before with other OS versions and applications,
I know the top of the screen is not the default position for any toolbar but how hard can it be to detect this before drawing a new window?

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're experiencing some positioning issues with the Windows Media Player (WMP) mini viewer when you have the Start menu toolbar positioned at the top of the screen. Let's address each of your concerns:

1. WMP Mini Viewer Opening Under the Start Menu Toolbar:​

When you double-click a media file and the WMP mini viewer opens underneath the Start menu toolbar, it indicates that the application windows are not being properly managed in relation to the toolbar's position at the top of the screen. This can lead to usability issues and may be a design flaw.

2. Resizing Window Behavior:​

The behavior you described when resizing the WMP mini viewer window, where it pops up from under the Start menu toolbar, suggests that the window handling logic is not correctly accounting for the toolbar's position.

3. Window Positioning and Detection:​

Detecting the positioning of toolbars and other screen elements before drawing new windows is crucial for a seamless user experience. Proper window management involves considering the position and dimensions of other elements on the screen to avoid overlap and ensure that windows are displayed correctly.

Addressing the Issue:​

To address these issues, one approach could be to adjust the window management logic of the Windows Media Player mini viewer to account for the presence of the Start menu toolbar at the top of the screen. This may involve updating the application's code to detect the toolbar's position and adjust the window accordingly to prevent it from being obscured.

Suggestions for Resolution:​

1. Report the Issue: Consider reporting this behavior to Microsoft as a potential bug or design flaw for further investigation and resolution.
2. Temporary Workaround: Until a fix is implemented, you may need to manually adjust the position of the WMP mini viewer window when it opens under the Start menu toolbar.

   Understanding the Challenge:​

   While detecting the screen layout and elements before drawing new windows seems straightforward, it requires careful consideration of various scenarios and system configurations to ensure a seamless user experience. Let me know if you need further assistance or if there's anything else you'd like to address regarding this issue.