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Re: Another idea
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lugnet.cad.dev
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Fri, 3 Aug 2001 14:38:36 GMT
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In lugnet.cad.dev, Kyle D. Jackson writes:
> In lugnet.cad.dev, Don Heyse writes:
> > Keep in mind that we already have a something of standard keyboard
> > convention in place. The LEdit key commands.
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> I would prefer developers of new CAD programs use key interfaces
> that make sense, and not ones hamstrung by idiosyncrasies of
> pre-existing software. I'm not saying LEdit's commands are
> good or bad (I wouldn't know, I've only used MLCAD). I'm just
> saying that it makes more sense to come up with an improved
> system, if possible, rather than carry on with a clunky one
> just because some users may already be familiar with it.
> Those people will adapt..., and brand new users will be much
> happier.
Why don't you take a look at the LEdit keyboard shortcuts and perhaps
give them a try. They're listed here and many of them work in Move
mode in MLCAD.
http://library.thinkquest.org/20551/keys.html
Then make some specific suggestions like in these old threads.
http://news.lugnet.com/cad/dev/?n=2862
http://news.lugnet.com/cad/mlcad/?n=558
Consider what would be easier to remember, or more efficient.
eg. I find it quickest to use the part color shortcut key and type
a color number, except I need a hint to remember some colors.
http://ldglite.sourceforge.net/ldglcolors.jpg
Also, if the keyboard shortcuts start out like LEdit, but can be
modified according to user preferences, then everyone should be
happy.
Don
PS. Sometimes thinkquest seems to make you go through the front door
of the site to get to the LEdit keys page. Watch out for that. You
may have to go here first.
http://library.thinkquest.org/20551/
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| (...) I would prefer developers of new CAD programs use key interfaces that make sense, and not ones hamstrung by idiosyncrasies of pre-existing software. I'm not saying LEdit's commands are good or bad (I wouldn't know, I've only used MLCAD). I'm (...) (23 years ago, 3-Aug-01, to lugnet.cad.dev)
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