Re: [Flamerobin-devel] Main menu of MainFrame

[Kjell R. <kje...@ad...>]

Nando Dessena wrote:
> K> Err... So, in a word processor you would put "New" (meaning new 
> K> file/document) in a menu called "Folder" instead of "File"? That would
> K> be *really* confusing.
> 
> fortunately we're not designing a word processor. And, I think the
> analogy is weak. Anyway, if we were to implement Folders, then that's
> exactly where I would put a Register database command.

The point is that on a main menu you expect to find commands dealing 
with servers on the "Server" menu. This includes commands like "New 
Server". It's very direct. You'll find the command without having to 
think about what (kind of) container holds servers. Context menus are 
different.

> K> I think you should drop the context menu way of thinking when you're
> K> working on the main menu.
> 
> Might be. At least, that's what I should do if we're to find some
> agreement sooner or later. OTOH, you could drop your way of thinking
> as well, isn't it? :-)

Yes. Sorry if what I wrote came across as a bit... well.. as if I was 
commanding you. That wasn't my intention. I meant it like "When trying 
to figure out what the main menu should look like, I think it would be 
helpful to drop the context menu way of thinking, because it might not 
be relevant and might in fact block your/our thoughts."


I would also like to add that the main menu does serve a purpose for 
advanced users too. Apparently you Nando use a context menu when you 
don't know the keyboard shortcut. Well, I don't. I use the main menu, 
because I can navigate it more easily without using the mouse. I know 
the context menu can be brought up with one of those silly new MS keys 
on modern keyboards, but that key just isn't convenient for me. Yet. I 
would be grateful if you would keep this in mind for FR.


Thanks,
Kjell
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