shouldSave
ShouldSave is a boolean flag used in software design to indicate whether the current state of a data object, user interface, or process should be written to durable storage or included in a save operation. It acts as a signal that changes are worth preserving and is often managed alongside a related indicator, such as a dirty flag, that tracks unsaved modifications.
In user interfaces, shouldSave commonly appears in dialogs that prompt users to save before closing, or in
Semantics: true means perform persistence; false means skip. The initial value often defaults to false, turning
Design patterns: often implemented as a dirty flag paired with a save or commit operation; may interact
Challenges: ensuring the flag reflects intent, handling partial saves, and avoiding data loss on exit. Clear