Update the ContextMenu code

Oct 13, 2025 by thesweetdesigns.com 51 views

[DevTask] The ContextMenu originating event is currently optional

Problem Statement

The ContextMenu in some extensions is not providing the event option, which is technically optional but should be required to spawn the context menu. This is a problem because it limits the functionality of the ContextMenu, making it difficult to spawn it without a mouse event, such as using the keyboard.

Current Implementation

Currently, the ContextMenu is using the MouseEvent type as the type for the event option. However, this is not ideal because it does not provide enough information about the actual parameters, such as the spawn location and parent element. This makes it difficult to implement custom behavior for the ContextMenu.

Proposed Solution

To address this issue, we propose replacing the MouseEvent type with an interface that provides more information about the actual parameters. This interface should include properties such as spawnLocation, parentElement, and any other relevant information.

Benefits of the Proposed Solution

The proposed solution has several benefits:

Improved flexibility: By providing more information about the actual parameters, the ContextMenu can be more flexible and adaptable to different use cases.
Enhanced functionality: The ContextMenu can be spawned without a mouse event, such as using the keyboard, which is a more user-friendly experience.
Better maintainability: The code is more maintainable and easier to understand, as the interface provides a clear and concise way to access the necessary information.

Implementation Details

To implement the proposed solution, we will need to make the following changes:

Replace MouseEvent type with an interface: We will create a new interface that provides more information about the actual parameters, such as spawnLocation and parentElement.
Update the ContextMenu code: We will update the ContextMenu code to use the new interface instead of the MouseEvent type.
Test the changes: We will test the changes to ensure that the ContextMenu is working as expected and that the new interface is providing the necessary information.

Timeline

The timeline for implementing the proposed solution is as follows:

Week 1-2: Research and design the new interface
Week 3-4: Implement the new interface and update the ContextMenu code
Week 5-6: Test the changes and ensure that the ContextMenu is working as expected

Conclusion

In conclusion, the ContextMenu originating event is currently optional, which is a problem because it limits the functionality of the ContextMenu. To address this issue, we propose replacing the MouseEvent type with an interface that provides more information about the actual parameters. This will improve the flexibility and functionality of the ContextMenu, making it more user-friendly and maintainable.

References

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Future Work

Future work includes:

Replacing Litegraph context menus: Once the ContextMenu is working as expected, we can replace the Litegraph context menus with the new implementation.
Adding more features: We can add more features to the ContextMenu, such as custom behavior and more information about the actual parameters.

Related Issues

Related Pull Requests

Pull Request 1
Pull Request 2
[DevTask] The ContextMenu originating event is currently optional: Q&A

Q: What is the current issue with the ContextMenu?

A: The current issue with the ContextMenu is that it is not providing the event option, which is technically optional but should be required to spawn the context menu. This limits the functionality of the ContextMenu, making it difficult to spawn it without a mouse event, such as using the keyboard.

Q: Why is the `event` option important?

A: The event option is important because it provides information about the actual parameters, such as the spawn location and parent element. This information is necessary to implement custom behavior for the ContextMenu.

Q: What is the proposed solution to address this issue?

A: The proposed solution is to replace the MouseEvent type with an interface that provides more information about the actual parameters. This interface should include properties such as spawnLocation, parentElement, and any other relevant information.

Q: What are the benefits of the proposed solution?

A: The proposed solution has several benefits, including:

Improved flexibility: By providing more information about the actual parameters, the ContextMenu can be more flexible and adaptable to different use cases.
Enhanced functionality: The ContextMenu can be spawned without a mouse event, such as using the keyboard, which is a more user-friendly experience.
Better maintainability: The code is more maintainable and easier to understand, as the interface provides a clear and concise way to access the necessary information.

Q: What are the implementation details of the proposed solution?

A: The implementation details of the proposed solution include:

Replacing MouseEvent type with an interface: We will create a new interface that provides more information about the actual parameters, such as spawnLocation and parentElement.
Updating the ContextMenu code: We will update the ContextMenu code to use the new interface instead of the MouseEvent type.
Testing the changes: We will test the changes to ensure that the ContextMenu is working as expected and that the new interface is providing the necessary information.

Q: What is the timeline for implementing the proposed solution?

A: The timeline for implementing the proposed solution is as follows:

Week 1-2: Research and design the new interface
Week 3-4: Implement the new interface and update the ContextMenu code
Week 5-6: Test the changes and ensure that the ContextMenu is working as expected

Q: What are the next steps after implementing the proposed solution?

A: After implementing the proposed solution, we can replace the Litegraph context menus with the new implementation and add more features to the ContextMenu, such as custom behavior and more information about the actual parameters.

Q: What are the related issues and pull requests?

A: The related issues and pull requests are:

Q: Who is responsible for implementing the proposed solution?

A: The implementation of the proposed solution is the responsibility of the development team.

Q: What is the expected outcome of the proposed solution?

A: The expected outcome of the proposed solution is a more flexible and user-friendly ContextMenu that can be spawned without a mouse event, such as using the keyboard.