Hi again
I was having a talk with some of my customers regarding this topic. At HCC, we use Ebase to build forms that allow users to input a lot of data as a replacement/extension to our older Oracle forms interface. I'm not sure how other organisations are using Ebase and whether we are "special" in that respect
Our users have, over the years, become accustomed to using keyboard shortcuts for many quick tasks or for navigation between forms, without have to click on or tab down to buttons. Anyone who has spent any time in a data entry or administration role could tell you that quick keyboard navigation makes the work a lot quicker and less painful on the old wrists.
Ebase's use of a web browser-based interface is great for displaying lots of data in a friendly and well-designed way. However this comes at the expense of fast navigation in the manner that is achievable in Java apps and Oracle forms. I was wondering if it would be possible for Ebase to consider implementing key listeners or shotrcuts, possibly using AJAX/JavaScript as Antony mentions above, for future versions?
Thanks for your time, any other opinions on this are welcome
Simon