Re: [patch] perf_counter tools: resurrect perf top annotation in asimple interactive form

From: Mike Galbraith
Date: Thu Jul 23 2009 - 16:04:36 EST


On Thu, 2009-07-23 at 08:59 -0700, Ray Lee wrote:
> On Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 11:41 PM, Mike Galbraith <efault@xxxxxx> wrote:
> > > Hm, that is lame though, so updated patch below. If an unknown key is
> > > poked, display known keys, and wait for the user to poke one that _is_
> > > known. If you know the keys, you don't have to look at annoying legend,
> > > if you forget, tap space or whatever.
> >
> > I leered at it again this morning, and changed it a wee bit more.
> > Hitting an unknown key displays keys and current settings, and prompts
> > for input. Hitting space allows you to cancel entry.
>
> Whenever I get a menu I didn't want, my finger reaches for ESC of its
> own volition. Just a thought.

Good thought (intuitive). Adds to cleanup good intentions list ;-)

-Mike

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