https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=480997
Bug ID: 480997
Summary: Feature request: Create global shortcut to temporarily
restrict user inputs (toddler proofing - kiosk)
Classification: Plasma
Product: kwin
Version: unspecified
Platform: Other
OS: Linux
Status: REPORTED
Severity: wishlist
Priority: NOR
Component: input
Assignee: kwin-bugs-n...@kde.org
Reporter: funkybom...@gmail.com
Target Milestone: ---
SUMMARY
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Based on the discussion at:
https://discuss.kde.org/t/baby-proofing-the-desktop-control-of-inputs/9673
There are some scenarios where it is useful for a user to be able to
temporarily restrict the inputs (mouse, keyboard, trackpad etc) while keeping
the desktop unlocked (such as a kiosk usecase).
I propose creating an option to give users the ability to create a global
shortcut that disables the mouse and ignores all keystrokes (apart from the
unlocking shortcut).
Once the user gives the correct key combination then all the inputs get
restored.
A good key combination would be something that would not be easy to replicate
by mashing on the keyboard. A good default could be Meta+Scroll Lock.
The option should be exposed to the user somewhere in the settings and it
should be possible for the user to reassign this functionality to a different
shortcut.
Any other system shortcuts (global, custom, etc) should probably be
unavailable/inactive while this mode is active, in order to not interfere.
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