Re: GMC Feature Request

[bob kehs ksd org]

I still like the idea where you can configure all 3 buttons in a gmc
control center capplet. This would allow for the greatist flexibility.

On Sat, 27 Mar 1999, Kevin Atkinson wrote:

> I have a small feature request for GMC which I hope will get taken
> seriously.
> 
> I wish to have an option swap the 1st and 2nd mouse button and have it
> on my default.  The reason being that 
> 
> 1) Middle button dragging is annoying with a two button mouse which many
> people switching over from windows will have.
> 2) It is WAY to way to easy to accidentally move or copy a file or
> directory just by a random mouse click action.  Especially for new users
> as GMC doesn't prompt after a mouse action.
> 3) For new users it just easier as they will always know what is going
> on when they drag an icon as GMC mouse actions differ from windows.  It
> is unlikely that a new user coming from windows will do a middle
> drag--especially if they have a two button mouse.
> 4) It shouldn't be that difficulty to implement.  And people who like
> the old action can simply turn the option off.
> 5) I personally would REALLY appreciate it as it will make GMC much more
> usable for me.
> 
> Thanks Again.
> -- 
> Kevin Atkinson
> kevinatk@home.com
> http://metalab.unc.edu/kevina/
> 
> 
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