fix(layout): ensure we retain focus during merge_tabs() where dest is…

… a background tab
aravinda0 · May 4, 2024 · 6a904b9 · 6a904b9
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diff --git a/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py b/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py
@@ -726,6 +726,11 @@ def merge_tabs(self, direction: Direction1DParam, axis: AxisParam = Axis.x):
 
         if src is not dest and dest is not None:
             self._tree.merge_tabs(src, dest, axis)
+
+            # Need to re-focus pane after it gets hidden behind dest, which was a
+            # background tab.
+            self._request_focus(self.focused_pane)
+
             self._request_relayout()
 
     @expose_command