diff --git a/apps/vicinae/default.nix b/apps/vicinae/default.nix
index 831f09f..b8dcc30 100644
--- a/apps/vicinae/default.nix
+++ b/apps/vicinae/default.nix
@@ -13,6 +13,7 @@
       # Escape closes window (vim-like :q behavior)
       escape_key_behavior = "close_window";
       pop_to_root_on_close = true;
+      close_on_unfocus = true;
 
       keybinds = {
         # UI shortcuts