BuffGuard v2.2 - Major UI Overhaul & Customization UpdateNew Tabbed Configuration Interface

• Complete UI redesign with modern tabbed interface
• Three organized tabs: Buffs, Appearance, and Alerts
• Improved spacing and layout for better usability
• Clean, professional appearance that integrates well with WoW's UI

Enhanced Customization Options

Appearance Tab - New Visual Controls:

• Scale adjustment (0.5x - 2.0x) - resize the entire addon interface
• Font size control (8-24px) for better readability
• Font style options: Outline, Thick, Monochrome, or None
• Button dimensions: Adjustable width (100-400px) and height (20-60px)
• Show/Hide timer text - toggle timer display on/off
• Show/Hide spell icons - option to use text-only mode
• Lock frames - prevent accidental movement of the main panel
• Show/Hide tooltips - disable hover tooltips if desired

Improved Text Input System:

• Dark theme edit boxes with better contrast and readability
• Auto-capitalization of spell names with proper grammar handling
• Tab navigation between input fields for faster configuration
• Real-time spell validation and feedback

Technical Improvements

Enhanced Saved Variables System:

• Per-character settings - each character maintains separate configurations
• Improved data persistence - settings are properly saved and restored
• Better initialization - more reliable startup and configuration loading

Performance Optimizations:

• Optimized buff detection with improved caching system
• Reduced memory usage with better resource management
• Performance monitoring built-in for debugging

UI Framework Enhancements:

• WoW 3.3.5 compatibility - fully tested on Wrath of the Lich King
• Improved frame positioning with automatic save/restore
• Better tooltip integration with enhanced spell information
• Responsive layout that adapts to different settings

Audio & Alert System

• Expanded sound library with 12+ warning sounds and 12+ expiration sounds
• Customizable audio alerts for 60-second warnings and buff expiration
• Visual floating text alerts with fade-out animations
• Smart alert logic to prevent spam and duplicate notifications

Organization & Usability

• Intuitive tab organization:
  • Buffs tab: Spell configuration and button count
  • Appearance tab: Visual customization options
  • Alerts tab: Sound and notification settings
• Immediate preview - most changes apply instantly without requiring reload
• Contextual tooltips showing spell status, duration, and casting instructions
• Professional minimap integration with drag-to-reposition functionality

Quality of Life Improvements

• Enhanced spell name handling with automatic capitalization
• Better error handling and user feedback
• Improved button creation with proper scaling support
• Cleaner main panel with better visual hierarchy
• Streamlined configuration workflow with logical groupings

Bug Fixes & Stability

• Fixed tooltip toggle functionality - now properly shows/hides tooltips
• Resolved text visibility issues in configuration panels
• Improved button positioning and scaling calculations
• Enhanced frame management with proper cleanup and initialization
• Stable saved variables that persist correctly across sessions

Migration Notes

• Existing configurations are preserved - your current buff settings will be maintained
• New features default to sensible values - the addon will work out-of-the-box
• Per-character migration - each character can now have unique settings

What's Next

This major update establishes a solid foundation for future enhancements. The new tabbed interface and expanded customization options make BuffGuard more powerful while remaining user-friendly.

BuffGuard v2.2 represents a complete overhaul focused on customization, usability, and visual polish while maintaining the reliable buff monitoring you depend on.