Hi,
Expanding/collapsing is an essential part of a tree structure, since it
allows to speed up navigatioon.
I don't believe the parameter search idea would introduce too much
complexity, as the interface would already need to keep track of all the
parameters in the tree.
I quite agree about keeping the command and "visual", to use the vi
terminology, interfaces fairly separate. Ecasound is a good reference
for a command-driven interface, but I especially like the way nama has a
"nearly" (we still have to review it) coherent set of long-hand and
matching short-hand commands.
Cheers,
S.M.
On Wed, Apr 20, 2011 at 10:55:09AM +0200, Julien Claassen wrote:
  Hey there1
   The "/" idea is a good one. But I suppose, it would introduce some
 small beasts to manage. but if included directly into the basic
 design I suppose it won't be too bad. Especially considering the
 merits.
   Perhaps it's time to commit some things to disk, so they don't get
 lost. Some good thoughts already and maybe if organised properly,
 even easier to manage and see solutions to all the features ones
 wants. If solutions dont come easy, one can at least see that and
 decide if or if not to take something on or how to prioritise.
   Thoughtfully yours
           Julien
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