Changelog

Version 1.3.1

Update Functionality: Added a test feature to check for updates via the "Check for Updates" button in the application menu.
Updater and Installer: Created an updater and installer to handle the application update process seamlessly.
Digital Signature: Added a digital signature to the application for better security and to reduce antivirus warnings.
Skin Manager: Added a new skin handler for custom skins, allowing smoother skin customization and loading.
"Reset to Default" Button: Introduced a "Reset to Default" button in the settings menu to restore all default configurations.

Signal and Slot Optimization: Improved the interaction between threads and UI using signals and slots for a safer and more efficient communication.
Resource and Path Handling: Enhanced the handling of resources and paths to ensure better file management and reduce errors.
QTimer Optimization: Improved usage of QTimer for more efficient timing operations across the application.
Code Comments and Clarity: Added comments to complex sections of the code for better understanding and maintenance.
Thread Optimization: Utilized QThread for better performance and optimized multithreading within the application.
Context Managers for Resource Management: Implemented context managers for handling resources like temporary directories and files safely.
Improved Imports: Organized imports according to PEP8 standards, separating standard libraries, third-party libraries, and local modules for better readability.

Sound Bugs: Fixed multiple bugs related to sound playback, ensuring consistent audio behavior.
Better Exception Handling & Logging: Improved exception handling to log all crashes and errors into a crush.log file, which now also includes system information for better debugging.
Update Packaging: All future updates will be packaged as .zip files to ensure easier extraction and consistent behavior during updates.

Enhanced QSettings Use: Made better use of QSettings to store application settings and preferences more effectively.

Improved Update Process: Updates are now handled more effectively through GitHub releases, ensuring that only .zip archives are used for updating. If a .rar archive is detected, the user will be informed to wait for the next update.