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The Terminal

Modifying st (Simple Terminal)

The st terminal in Morinaga OS is customized to enhance user interaction:

  • Visual Tweaks: Adjust fonts, colors, and transparency for better aesthetics.
  • Keyboard Shortcuts: Add custom key bindings for launching programs and scripts.
  • Integration with FORTRAN: Enable chorded inputs within the terminal for command execution.

Implementation Example

Edit config.h in the st source code:

static Shortcut shortcuts[] = {
    /* mask         keysym          function        argument */
    { MODKEY,       XK_Return,      newterm,        {.v = cmd } },
    { MODKEY,       XK_F1,          externalpipe,   {.v = openurlcmd } },
    // Add more shortcuts
};

Adapting an Android Launcher

To provide a unified experience, adapt an Android launcher to resemble the sxmo terminal interface:

  • Fullscreen Terminal: Use a terminal emulator as the primary interface.
  • Gesture Controls: Implement swipe and tap gestures for navigation.
  • Application Launcher: Create a menu system accessible via commands or gestures.

Implementation Steps

  1. Choose a Terminal Emulator: Select one that supports customization (e.g., Termux).
  2. Customize Appearance: Adjust settings to mimic sxmo's look.
  3. Script Launchers: Write shell scripts to launch applications from the terminal.

Benefits

  • Consistency: Provides a similar interface across Linux and Android environments.
  • Efficiency: Allows quick access to applications and system functions.