Split Check Interface Redesign: Simplicity & Functionality

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Overview

Complete redesign of the split check interface focusing on simplicity, functionality, and improved user experience. Transforms a complex, cluttered interface into a clean, intuitive manual splitting experience.

Changes Made

🔧 Core Improvements

• Simplified Item Rendering: Clean button design with essential information only
• Visual Selection Feedback: Yellow highlight (IMAGE_YELLOW_TEXTURE) for selected items
• Streamlined Check Containers: Check numbers and properly positioned totals
• Conditional Tax Display: Shows tax above total when applicable (same font size)
• Improved Positioning: Total amounts positioned to avoid UI edge overlay
• Enhanced Messaging: Better empty state and instruction text

🧹 Code Simplification

• Removed complex text wrapping logic (RenderWrappedText method)
• Eliminated redundant subtotal/total displays
• Streamlined rendering logic for better maintainability
• Reduced code complexity (59 additions, 141 deletions)

📁 Files Modified

• split_check_zone.cc - Main interface implementation
• split_check_zone.hh - Header declarations
• changelog.md - Comprehensive documentation

Technical Details

Key Features

• Manual Control: Users maintain full control over item distribution
• Visual Feedback: Selected items clearly highlighted in yellow
• Tax Transparency: Shows tax breakdown when present
• Responsive Design: Proper positioning and font sizing

Backward Compatibility

• ✅ All existing split check functionality preserved
• ✅ Manual selection workflow unchanged
• ✅ Check creation and item movement intact
• ✅ No breaking changes to APIs

Testing

• ✅ Code compiles successfully
• ✅ Application starts without issues
• ✅ Manual splitting workflow verified
• ✅ Visual feedback confirmed

Impact

• Improved Usability: Simpler, more intuitive interface
• Better Performance: Reduced rendering complexity
• Enhanced Maintainability: Cleaner, more readable code
• Professional Appearance: Modern, clean design