[Lazarus] editor details

[Hans-Peter Diettrich]

Martin schrieb:

> Unfortunately at current, macros share the fate of many good features. 
> They wait until someone has the time to implement them.

...and can wait so long, IMO.

> Macros itself can be broken down into 2 categories:
> - record and replay (based on keystrokes)
> - script language macros
> 
> of course, if you have a script language, this includes record and replay.

Record/replay would be much easier to implement - no discussion about 
commands, syntax etc. ;-)


> Windows by default doesn't have that. only option is to make tabs owner 
> drawn.

I see. Nonetheless a component (button with glyph) or according paint 
procedure for more general use would be nice to have.

> BTW, you can middle-click the tab to close it, if your mouse has a 
> middle button (or wheel that can be clicked). CTRL-middle click does 
> close *all* other tabs.

Thanks, I'll just give it a try :-)

DoDi