Exit
The Exit command closes the Volvicon application completely. Before shutting down, you are prompted to save any unsaved changes to your project.
How It Works
When you select Exit:
- Volvicon checks for unsaved changes in the current project
- If unsaved changes exist, a prompt asks whether to save
- After handling unsaved work, the application closes
- Window size and position are saved (if enabled in Preferences)
- All resources are released
Unsaved Changes Handling
If your project has unsaved modifications, you'll see a prompt:
| Option | Action |
|---|---|
| Save | Save changes, then exit |
| Don't Save | Discard changes and exit |
| Cancel | Cancel exit and return to the application |
warning
Selecting Don't Save permanently discards all unsaved changes. This cannot be undone.
Workflow: Exiting After Saving
- Save your project using File → Save (or Ctrl+S)
- Open the File tab
- Click Exit
- The application closes immediately (no prompt since changes are saved)
Workflow: Exiting with Unsaved Changes
- Open the File tab
- Click Exit
- When prompted about unsaved changes:
- Click Save to preserve your work
- Click Don't Save to discard changes
- Click Cancel to return to your project
- The application closes after your selection
Exit vs. Close
| Action | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Close | Closes the current project but keeps Volvicon running |
| Exit | Closes the project AND shuts down Volvicon completely |
Use Close when switching to a different project. Use Exit when finished working.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Alt+F4 | Exit the application (Windows standard) |
What Gets Saved on Exit
If Save size and position on exit is enabled in Preferences:
| Setting | Saved |
|---|---|
| Window position | Yes |
| Window size | Yes |
| Window state (maximized/normal) | Yes |
| Recent files list | Yes |
| Application preferences | Yes |
When to Use Exit
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Finished working for the day | Exit |
| Switching to another project | Use Close, then Open |
| Applying DPI or preference changes | Exit and restart |
| Freeing system resources | Exit |
| Installing updates | Exit before updating |
Auto-Save Considerations
If auto-save is enabled in Preferences:
- The last auto-save may contain recent work
- Auto-save files are project-specific
- Check the working directory for recovery files if needed
tip
Even with auto-save enabled, manually save important milestones before exiting.
Troubleshooting
Application Doesn't Exit
- Check for modal dialogs that may be blocking
- Verify background operations have completed
- Use Task Manager as a last resort (may lose unsaved data)
Unsaved Changes Prompt Keeps Appearing
- The project has modifications since the last save
- Background operations may be modifying project data
- Save the project to clear the unsaved state
Settings Not Preserved After Restart
- Verify Save size and position on exit is enabled in Preferences
- Check that you have write access to the settings location
- Ensure the application exits normally (not force-closed)
Related Topics
- Close - Close the current project without exiting
- Save - Save the current project
- Preferences - Configure exit behavior settings