Re: Meld feature

[Stephen Kennedy <stevek gnome org>]

> > Glad you like it! You might be surprised to hear that I've
> > deliberately _not_ implemented this feature in the interest
> > of simplicity.
> 
> Simplicity of code or final view? If it's the second one, there could be
> an option switching it.

Both :) I'm trying to remove options if there is a way of
showing the relevant information unobtrusively. That way
you get the info (a) without losing any extra screen space
and (b) without having to locate and select an option.

I may add it (or more columns) in future, but only as needed.

> > The newer file has a red dot in its icon and you can get an
> > approximate mtime by selecting it and looking in the status
> > bar. (It also shows the permissions)
> 
> The red dot is a great idea :) And the status bar helps a lot - I didn't
> really see it :) Thanks a lot for your help!

It's worthwhile looking at the diagram in the help. You might
find one or two other small things. :)

Stephen.