Kicker-compiz is a pager applet software modification that enables it to function with compiz. Its purpose is to allow easier navigation and switching between open applications.
This software is designed to work with window managers that use "large desktops" instead of "multiple virtual desktops" like kwin. It follows the standards of window managers as defined by EWMH and utilizes the facilities provided by KDE. The code is based on the minipager applet taken from kdebase-3.5.4.
To install the package, follow the instructions in the INSTALL file. The recommended installation directory is in the KDE directory, using the command ./configure --prefix='kde-config --prefix' followed by make and make install. Superuser rights may be required to execute the last 'make install' command. Alternatively, the software can be installed in a different directory using the command ./configure --prefix=/opt/kicker-compiz.
Once installed, the pager can be added as a new applet in the kicker dialog. Currently, the pager displays windows correctly and highlights the current viewport. Clicking on the pager allows for easy switching to another viewport. However, window drag and drop does not work reliably and aspect ratio is not respected when using vertical kicker.
Updates in the latest release include improved viewport numbering and compatibility with both vertical and horizontal viewports. However, window drag and drop is still unreliable when dragging from a different viewport and there may be small graphical glitches for certain panel sizes due to rounding errors.
Overall, this software aims to provide a pager applet that is compatible with various window managers and follows established standards. It is a promising option for those seeking a pager applet that goes beyond the limitations of kwin.
To install the package, follow the instructions in the INSTALL file. The recommended installation directory is in the KDE directory, using the command ./configure --prefix='kde-config --prefix' followed by make and make install. Superuser rights may be required to execute the last 'make install' command. Alternatively, the software can be installed in a different directory using the command ./configure --prefix=/opt/kicker-compiz.
Once installed, the pager can be added as a new applet in the kicker dialog. Currently, the pager displays windows correctly and highlights the current viewport. Clicking on the pager allows for easy switching to another viewport. However, window drag and drop does not work reliably and aspect ratio is not respected when using vertical kicker.
Updates in the latest release include improved viewport numbering and compatibility with both vertical and horizontal viewports. However, window drag and drop is still unreliable when dragging from a different viewport and there may be small graphical glitches for certain panel sizes due to rounding errors.
Overall, this software aims to provide a pager applet that is compatible with various window managers and follows established standards. It is a promising option for those seeking a pager applet that goes beyond the limitations of kwin.
What's New
Version 0.2: N/A