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[FEATURE_REQUEST] Add "Sort by Size" Option #467

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@deffcolony

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

Currently, there’s no way to sort the applications (games, animations, etc.) in Flashpoint Launcher by their file size. This can be frustrating when I want to quickly identify which games are the largest or smallest in my collection. For example, I might want to free up disk space by removing larger games I don’t play often, or I might be curious to explore smaller games. Without this sorting option, I have to manually check each application’s properties, which is time-consuming and inefficient, especially with a large library.

Describe the solution you'd like

I’d like a "Sort by Size" option added to the existing sorting menu in Flashpoint Launcher. This would allow users to reorder the library view based on the file size of each application, from largest to smallest or vice versa. Ideally, it could be integrated into the dropdown or context menu where other sorting options (like "Sort by Name" or "Sort by Date Added") are located. Displaying the size next to each entry in the sorted list (e.g., "1.2 GB" or "500 KB") would also be a helpful touch to make the information immediately visible in the list of games where it directly shows the size instead of having to click on it.

Describe alternatives you've considered

One alternative I’ve considered is manually checking the file sizes in the Flashpoint Archive folder through file explorer... However, this is clunky, disrupts the workflow, and doesn’t integrate with the launcher’s interface. Another option could be adding a "Size" column to the library view that I could sort by clicking, similar to how file explorers work, though I think a simple "Sort by Size" menu option would be more consistent with the current design of the launcher

Additional context

I think overall it would be valuable not just for me but for other users managing large collections in Flashpoint Launcher. For instance, it could help archivists prioritize smaller files for quick testing or identify larger games. It also aligns with Flashpoint Archive’s mission of accessibility by making the library easier to navigate and manage.

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