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List:       kde-look
Subject:    Re: Hidden cursor
From:       Yves Arrouye <yves () realnames ! com>
Date:       2000-04-13 22:02:24
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>> No, it should hide mouse pointer only when it's annoying. Therefore
>> application should request for it and the request would be granted IF or
>> WHEN it's in focus.
> 
> That's how pointer hiding is implemented on the Mac. Most Mac apps are
> considerate enough to hide the cursor as soon as the user starts
> typing.
> 
> Is it technically feasible for KDE to automagically hide the cursor
> when the user types, without the app having to request it? Good idea?
> Bad idea?

Good idea, and technically feasible. NeXTStep does it for example. The
widget knows typing happens (it gets the key events) and thus can manage the
cursor.

YA

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