Application Settings
GDDKit allows you to configure your workspace preferences to suit your workflow. You can access the configuration panel by clicking Settings (gear icon) in the top-right menu bar.
Workspace Settings
Customize the following options in the settings dialog:
1. Default Save Folder
Set the default directory on your hard drive where new game design documents will be saved.
2. Interface Theme (App Style)
Switch between Dark Theme and Light Theme for the GDDKit application window.
- Dark Theme (Recommended): Reduces eye strain during long writing sessions. Matches modern IDE styles.
- Light Theme: High-contrast style suitable for bright environments or tablets.
3. Editor Font Size
Adjust the text size in the Markdown Editor panel.
- Adjustable from 12pt to 22pt.
- This setting only affects the editor viewport size and does not change the exported document’s font size.
4. Autosave Interval
Protect your work from unexpected system crashes.
- Set the interval frequency (e.g., every 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes).
- Can be completely toggled off if you prefer to save manually (
Ctrl + S).
5. Default PDF Export Theme
Choose which of the 8 QuestPDF themes (such as Studio Bible or Publisher Pitch) should be pre-selected when opening the Export dialog.
Checking for Updates
GDDKit features an automatic update verification system via the AppUpdateService.
- Toggling Auto-Updates: You can enable or disable automatic updates in the settings menu.
- How it Works: When enabled, GDDKit securely checks the official releases API on the remote server upon startup. If a newer stable release is available, it displays a dialog indicating the changes and provides a direct download button.
- Manual Check: You can manually trigger an update check at any time by clicking the Check for Updates button inside the Settings dialog.