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Date: Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:00:36 +1100
Subject: [PATCH] Add Smart Empties changelog history

Replace the template CHANGELOG with the full Smart Empties version history (0.7.8 down to 0.1.0), ready for the 0.7.8-beta release.
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-# Changelog
+## [0.7.8] — 2025-09-29
 
-All notable changes to this project will be documented in this file.
+- Added DEV_BUILD gating to safely separate development and release builds.
+- Improved placement accuracy with stronger handling of triangles, quads, and edge cases.
+- Streamlined internal modules (collections, naming, utils) for cleaner structure and easier maintenance.
+- Operators tightened for safer polling, execution, and more reliable reporting.
+- Properties expanded and defaults clarified to support the updated placement and state behaviors.
+- UI sections refined with consistent labels, clearer tooltips, and width-aware layout adjustments.
+- Replace card now shows a disabled Auto-Move placeholder in dev builds; hidden in release builds for a cleaner layout.
+- Cleanup section polished with clearer warnings, width-aware messaging, and improved responsiveness.
+- Metadata and imports aligned for predictable UI rendering across dev/release modes.
+- Overall behavior made more deterministic with clearer reports and safer execution paths.
 
-## [Unreleased]
-### Added
-- CI workflow `ci.yml` (Python lint, required check = `build`).
-- Release workflow `release.yml` with prerelease tag + auto-notes.
-- Issue templates, PR template, SECURITY.md baseline.
+---
 
-### Changed
-- Branch protection: PR required, force-push/deletes blocked, required check = `build`.
-- README: template usage note at top.
+## [0.7.7] — 2025-09-05
 
-### Fixed
-- Minor typos in CODEOWNERS and CONTRIBUTING.
+- Switched to a new global Preferences system for default prefix, shape, size factor, and auto-size behavior.
+- Adopted a WindowManager-first state for more reliable undo behavior and fewer unexpected flips.
+- Replace tools improved with clearer warnings, better validation, and accurate behavior on non-unit-scale objects.
+- Added new operators: a safe Cleanup tool with confirmation, and an info-chip operator for clearer feature impact.
+- Expanded UI polish: refined tooltips, clearer labels, and updated EMPT [ MØDLR ] branding across the panel.
+- Settings, Size, and Management sections are now collapsible for a cleaner daily workflow.
+- Replace card improves clarity with dynamic enable/disable behavior and helpful tooltips when unavailable.
+- Cleanup tool is now safer and more transparent, with clearer messaging and width-aware warnings.
+- Footer now includes direct Help and Report links wired to the add-on’s official documentation and issue tracker.
+
+---
+
+## [0.7.6] — 2025-09-02
+
+- Unified all layout breakpoints behind a single set of constants for predictable, stable responsive behavior.
+- Actions row (Create + Replace) now switches cleanly between full labels, two-column, and stacked layouts.
+- Target chips now stack consistently in narrow layouts and stay horizontal when space is reasonable.
+- Added a clear “EXTREME” banner for ultra-narrow widths to prevent unreadable layouts and layout jitter.
+- Settings, Size, Move/Select, and Collections now follow the same width rules for cleaner, more consistent section behavior.
+- Improved readability by keeping controls in single-row layout until space truly runs out.
+- Overall UI now feels more stable: fewer breakpoints, clearer transitions, and a more polished responsive foundation.
+
+---
+
+## [0.7.4] — 2025-09-02
+
+- Replace now runs instantly using the N-panel defaults for Duplicate Type and Hide Empties — no dialogs, no redo panel needed.
+- Scope-aware Replace correctly respects Smart / Non-Smart / All and gives clear messages when items are filtered or skipped.
+- Replacing with a non-unit-scale source now warns appropriately and preserves correct scale in the result.
+- Select helpers are smarter: visibility-aware, better at retaining the active object, and provide clear summaries.
+- Duplicate Type is now shown as radio buttons (Linked | Unique) for faster access and clearer state.
+- Create and Replace actions unified into a single responsive Actions row that adapts cleanly to narrow or wide sidebars.
+- Target chips (Smart / Non-Smart / All) now adapt gracefully in extremely narrow layouts for better readability.
+- Breakpoints across Actions, Settings, Size, and Management are now fully harmonized to prevent layout jitter.
+- Overall UI feels more stable and predictable — clearer warnings, fewer surprises, and more accurate behavior across Replace and Select.
+
+---
+
+## [0.7.2] — 2025-09-01
+
+- Unified Create + Replace into one clean action row that adapts automatically to sidebar width.
+- Improved Scope row (Smart / Non-Smart / All) with clearer visibility and consistent horizontal layout.
+- Repositioned action info chip for better readability and flow.
+- Create options now adjust layout intelligently: single-row when wide, compact stacked layout when narrow.
+- Added three responsive warning tiers (Soon / Compact / Extreme) based on available panel space.
+- Settings section is now always visible with a clear two-column or stacked layout depending on space.
+- Standardized layout rules so Size, Move/Select, and Collections groups behave consistently on all widths.
+- Cleanup and Links remain collapsible by default to keep the panel clean and focused.
+- Overall panel now behaves predictably at every width: no label clipping, smoother stacking, and clearer structure.
+
+---
+
+## [0.7.0] — 2025-08-30
+
+- No core logic updates — fully focused on UI/UX structure and responsive layout.
+- Introduced collapsible sections using new WindowManager properties (collapsed by default where appropriate).
+- Promoted **Targets**, **Settings**, and **Cleanup** into dedicated groups for clearer visibility.
+- Merged Move, Select, and Collections into a unified **Management** section with simplified sub-labels.
+- Added a new **Links** section for future features, collapsed by default.
+- Tightened responsive layout: improved breakpoints, cleaner stacking, and prevention of label clipping.
+- Reduced vertical bloat by ~16–18 rows for a faster, more professional panel.
+- Improved discoverability — Prefix/Shape settings and destructive ops now stand out clearly.
+- Established a polished, predictable UI layout baseline for future builds.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.14] — 2025-08-30
+
+- Improved accuracy for Select helpers across the View Layer and active collection.
+- Tightened Create logic for better alignment, cleaner mode switching, and consistent preconditions.
+- Unified source-of-truth so all operators read from the same data path.
+- Updated panel labels and toggles to accurately reflect the add-on’s configuration state.
+- Enhanced reliability with clearer CANCELLED reports and fewer undo anomalies.
+- Refinement milestone: more consistent, truthful UI feedback and more predictable operation outcomes.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.13] — 2025-08-16
+
+
+- Updated registration, metadata, and property definitions to match the current framework.
+- Refined Create, Move, and Select flows for predictable operation and accurate reporting.
+- Clarified operator polling and execution paths for improved stability across modes.
+- Adjusted panel layout and copy for better clarity without disrupting muscle memory.
+- Reduced edge-case failures and eliminated ghost undo steps.
+- Stability milestone: smoother operation, fewer surprises, and tighter alignment between UI and internal behavior.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.12] — 2025-08-16
+
+- Refined Create and Move flows for consistency with current panel toggles and visual feedback.
+- Updated registration and property setup to match recent internal changes.
+- Improved stability in edge cases with clearer CANCELLED messages and safer undo handling.
+- Adjusted panel layout and labels for better clarity while preserving familiar control placement.
+- Polishing milestone: operators behave more predictably, UI text is cleaner, and stability continues to strengthen.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.11] — 2025-08-15
+
+- Updated registration and metadata alignment for compatibility with the evolving package structure.
+- Polished Create flow for more consistent results and accurate reporting.
+- Adjusted panel layout for improved readability while maintaining familiar control placement.
+- Reduced ghost undo effects and refined CANCELLED feedback during invalid operations.
+- Reliability milestone: cleaner operation flow, more accurate status reporting, and a more predictable user experience.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.10] — 2025-08-15
+
+- Refined Move and Select behavior for greater consistency and improved mode handling.
+- Updated add-on registration and metadata to align with current conventions.
+- Improved UI labeling and spacing for a more compact, legible panel.
+- Further reduced ghost undo issues and added clearer CANCELLED feedback for invalid actions.
+- Stability milestone: smoother interaction flow, stronger visual consistency, and reliable undo behavior.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.9] — 2025-08-15
+
+- Improved Move and Select operations for more predictable results and consistent reporting.
+- Updated add-on registration to align with current structure and naming standards.
+- Applied UI copy and spacing refinements for a cleaner, more legible layout.
+- Enhanced stability under edge conditions, reducing ghost undo steps.
+- Polishing milestone: smoother everyday performance with a cleaner, tighter interface.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.8] — 2025-08-13
+
+- Refined Move and Select flows for consistent behavior across visibility and selection states.
+- Updated registration and property setup to match the current code layout.
+- Maintained familiar control placement while tightening copy and spacing for clarity.
+- Improved reliability during undo and redo cycles for smoother workflow behavior.
+- Refinement milestone: more predictable operation and a panel that feels more cohesive in daily use.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.7] — 2025-08-13
+
+- Synchronized Create, Move, and Select flows for consistent toggle behavior and reporting.
+- Clarified operator polling and execution paths for stronger stability across all modes.
+- Updated registration and metadata to align with the unified structure.
+- Preserved control layout for user familiarity while improving label readability.
+- Continued refinement of reliability and undo safety.
+- Consistency milestone: smoother, more predictable behavior with UI that accurately reflects tool state.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.6] — 2025-08-13
+
+- Updated registration and metadata for compatibility with the evolving modular layout.
+- Refined panel layout and labels for clearer communication and consistent placement.
+- Improved internal reliability and smoother workflow behavior in common modeling tasks.
+- Maintenance milestone: clarity and consistency improvements laying groundwork for the stable 0.6.x line.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.5] — 2025-08-12
+
+- Updated registration and property definitions for consistency with the latest structure.
+- Refined Create flow to better reflect panel toggles and prevent invalid actions.
+- Polished UI copy and spacing for a cleaner, more professional appearance.
+- Improved overall workflow stability and undo reliability.
+- Foundation milestone: tighter control flow, cleaner visuals, and more reliable day-to-day operation.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.3] — 2025-08-12
+
+- Synchronized Create, Move, Select, and Operator flows for consistent execution and reporting.
+- Streamlined internal modules (collections, naming, props, utils) to remove redundant logic.
+- Adjusted panel labels and structure for clearer organization while keeping the familiar layout.
+- Improved stability in edge cases with safer undo behavior and clearer CANCELLED messages.
+- Structural cleanup milestone: more maintainable internally while remaining predictable to use.
+
+---
+
+## [0.6.0] — 2025-08-12
+
+- Transitioned Smart Empties from a single script to a fully modular package.
+- Split functionality into dedicated modules for creation, movement, deletion, selection, and UI.
+- Preserved operator ID continuity to keep existing shortcuts functional.
+- Reorganized panel drawing and property access for better consistency and lower desync risk.
+- Ensured behavior parity across all operators for easier testing and future expansion.
+- Foundational milestone: establishes a structured, maintainable architecture for long-term growth.
+
+---
+
+## [0.5.99] — 2025-08-11
+
+- Introduced new toggle operators for faster Smart Collection management.
+- Refined panel grouping and icons for smoother section navigation.
+- Enhanced layout logic to reduce travel distance between related controls.
+- Improved overall reliability and responsiveness in daily workflows.
+- Milestone build: final pre-modular version establishing the 0.6.0 interaction style and UI rhythm.
+
+---
+
+## [0.5.4] — 2025-08-11
+
+
+- Refined core logic for better stability and cleaner execution paths.
+- Updated panel grouping and labels for improved readability and access to key actions.
+- Adjusted icons and control spacing for a balanced, professional appearance.
+- Added minor internal optimizations for smoother operation in typical modeling tasks.
+- Usability milestone: improved visual flow while keeping the add-on stable and fast.
+
+---
+
+## [0.5.3] — 2025-08-11
+
+- Polished internal logic for more reliable execution and consistent results.
+- Refined panel labels, icons, and group hierarchy for better visual flow.
+- Improved control spacing and interaction rhythm for faster modeling adjustments.
+- Further stabilized general reliability and undo behavior.
+- Usability milestone: subtle but meaningful improvements without changing workflows.
+
+---
+
+## [0.5.2] — 2025-08-10
+
+- Unified Create, Move, and Select behavior for smoother, more consistent operation.
+- Strengthened poll, invoke, and execute paths to prevent invalid actions.
+- Improved undo handling with clearer CANCELLED feedback for predictable results.
+- Stability milestone: more reliable responses and clearer feedback during modeling.
+
+---
+
+## [0.3.8] — 2025-08-09
+
+- Unified Create, Move, and Select flows for consistent behavior across modes.
+- Strengthened safety checks and execution paths to prevent invalid selections.
+- Improved undo handling with clearer CANCELLED feedback when no action occurs.
+- Refinement milestone: smoother, more predictable, and cleaner day-to-day behavior.
+
+---
+
+## [0.2.4] — 2025-08-08
+
+- Increased reliability of Create, Move, and Select via refined polling and safer execution paths.
+- Unified operator handling to eliminate redundant actions and handle invalid selections cleanly.
+- Improved stability with consistent undo behavior and clearer visual/interaction feedback.
+- Usability milestone: smoother, more predictable behavior across all common workflows.
+
+---
+
+## [0.1.0] — 2025-08-01
+
+- Introduced the first Smart Empties prototype with normal-aligned placement.
+- Added placement from vertices, edges, and faces with automatic Z-axis alignment.
+- Added mode switching (Edit ↔ Object) with automatic return after execution.
+- Implemented accurate logic for vertex, edge midpoint, and face-center placement.
+- Linked spawned empties to the active collection with clean naming and default size.
+- Foundation milestone: establishes Smart Empties as a fast, precise placement tool.
 
-## [0.0.1] - 2025-09-30
-- Initial release of template