[FEATURE]: Desktop: Close button should minimize to system tray instead of exiting

Feature Request

System: Windows 11
Software: OpenCode Desktop

Problem

Currently, clicking the close button (X) on OpenCode Desktop exits the application completely. Many users expect it to minimize to system tray instead, similar to how other applications like Slack, Discord, or Steam work.

Expected Behavior

Close button should minimize to system tray
The application should continue running in the background
Users can restore the window from the system tray icon
A separate 'Quit' option should be available in the menu to fully exit

Use Case

This is a common workflow for users who want OpenCode to stay running in the background while working in other applications, so they can quickly switch back when needed.

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+1 macOS needs this feature too

Use case:

Long-running AI tasks (e.g., deep research, code generation)
Want to keep OpenCode running in background while switching to other apps
Avoid reloading context every time the app restarts

macOS-specific needs:

Wish the close button would minimize to Menu Bar or Dock
Similar to Spotlight, Alfred, or Raycast's background running experience
Right-click menu bar icon to quickly "Quit" or "Show Window"

macOS users are already used to this background-running pattern (like the apps above), which is important for productivity tools.

Looking forward to this feature! 🙏

win.on("close", (e) => {  
  if (process.platform === "darwin") {  
    e.preventDefault()  
    win.hide()  
  }  
})

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feat(desktop): add close-to-tray behavior

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feat(desktop): close to tray instead of exiting

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[FEATURE]: Desktop: Close button should minimize to system tray instead of exiting #18134

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[FEATURE]: Desktop: Close button should minimize to system tray instead of exiting #18134

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github-actions commented on Mar 18, 2026

kofzjs commented on Mar 18, 2026

github-actions commented on Mar 18, 2026

Ryker0716 commented on Mar 22, 2026

+1 macOS needs this feature too

jingbof commented on Jun 1, 2026

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github-actions commented on Aug 7, 2026

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