[ jEdit-users ] jEdit 4.0pre2 File System Browser

[gerald Q. <ger...@ca...>]

Hi,

I am a bit disappointed by the new File System Browser. The new 
parent directories tree is not as intuitive as the "Up"
button in jEdit 3.2. At first glance, I though that the top
widget was a directory tree (with only directories) and the
bottom widget was a file list (with only files). When I tried 
going up in this the directories tree, sub folder
disappeared: wow! Strange behaviour, for those who are used
Microsoft File Explorer! Well, it looks like a tree, but
it's not a tree (tricky thing). In fact, this parent
directories widget replace the "Up" button which is not a
menu button anymore. 

I use everyday the File System Browser docked on the left.
The new parent directories widget uses a lot of space on the
screen. When reduced to the minimal size (1 line), displayed
information is useless. Furthermore the new "Commands",
"Plugins" and "Favorites" buttons waste space as well.

This is only my opinion about new features. I understand
that some people may disagree with me.

Gerald.
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