Release version 0.9.7-4: Gesture & Console Improvements

Major Changes:
1. FIXED: Virtual console Ctrl+Alt+F1-F8 key combinations now work properly
   - Updated configure_virtual_consoles() to modify X11 serverflags
   - Enable/disable now updates both systemd getty AND X11 VT switching
   - Added restart lightdm notification for changes to take effect
   - Fixed initial installation to set X11 VT switching based on user choice
   - Users who previously enabled consoles must re-enable for keys to work

2. IMPROVED: Simplified hidden tab gesture to single toggle
   - 3-finger DOWN now toggles hidden tabs (both show AND hide)
   - Removed separate 3-finger UP gesture (simpler UX)
   - Updated all gesture handlers in both standard and Jitsi modes
   - Updated all console.log messages and documentation

README Updates:
- Updated all version references to 0.9.7-4
- Updated Touch Gesture Quick Reference table
- Simplified gesture: 3-finger DOWN = Toggle hidden tabs
- Updated hidden tabs documentation to reflect toggle behavior
- Added important notes about virtual console fix in 0.9.7-4
- Added instructions to re-enable consoles for existing users
- Updated menu system access examples
- Updated project status to "Gesture & Console Improvements"

This release focuses on fixing the console key combo issue and improving
the hidden tab gesture for easier one-handed use.
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Claude
2025-12-02 12:48:14 +00:00
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commit 5d63740c05
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# Ubuntu Based Kiosk (UBK)
**Current Version:** 0.9.7-3 (check script header for latest version)
**Current Version:** 0.9.7-4 (check script header for latest version)
**Built with Claude Sonnet 4/.5 AI assistance**
**License:** GPL v3 - Keep derivatives open source
**Repository:** https://github.com/outis1one/ubk/
@@ -47,9 +47,9 @@ Home/office kiosk for reusing old hardware, displaying:
# Enable SSH during installation
# Download and run installer
wget https://github.com/outis1one/ubk/raw/main/install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh
chmod +x install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh
wget https://github.com/outis1one/ubk/raw/main/install_kiosk_0.9.7-4.sh
chmod +x install_kiosk_0.9.7-4.sh
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-4.sh
```
The installer will guide you through configuration during setup.
@@ -365,8 +365,7 @@ smb://WORKGROUP/COMPUTER/PrinterName
|---------|---------|-----------|--------|
| Swipe | 2 | Left/Right | Switch between sites |
| Swipe | 1 | Left/Right | Navigate within page (arrow keys) |
| Swipe | 3 | Up | Show hidden tabs (PIN required) |
| Swipe | 3 | Down | Return to normal tabs |
| Swipe | 3 | Down | Toggle hidden tabs (PIN required) |
**Keyboard Shortcuts:**
- `Ctrl+Tab` or `Ctrl+]` - Next tab
@@ -383,7 +382,7 @@ smb://WORKGROUP/COMPUTER/PrinterName
```bash
# Run installer script again to access menu
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-4.sh
# Menu structure:
# 1. Core Settings - Sites, WiFi, schedules, passwords, full reinstall, complete uninstall
@@ -478,8 +477,8 @@ echo "NOPIN" | sudo -u kiosk tee /home/kiosk/kiosk-app/.jitsi-pin
- Triggers inactivity timeout (returns to home after idle time)
**Hidden (duration = -1):**
- Accessible via 3-finger up swipe + PIN
- Return to normal tabs via 3-finger down swipe or Escape key
- Toggle visibility via 3-finger down swipe + PIN, or F10 key
- Also use Escape key to return to normal tabs
- PIN stored in `/home/kiosk/kiosk-app/.jitsi-pin`
- Default PIN: 1234 (configurable via Sites menu)
- PIN can be 4-8 digits or disabled completely
@@ -623,16 +622,24 @@ Virtual consoles provide terminal access via Ctrl+Alt+F1 through F8 keyboard com
**Post-Install Management:**
```bash
# Access via menu: Advanced → Virtual Consoles (option 7)
# Note: Changes require restarting the display manager to take effect
# Manual enable
for i in {1..8}; do sudo systemctl unmask getty@tty$i.service; done
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
sudo systemctl restart lightdm
# Manual disable
for i in {1..8}; do sudo systemctl mask getty@tty$i.service; done
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
sudo systemctl restart lightdm
```
**Important Notes:**
- **Version 0.9.7-4** fixed Ctrl+Alt+F1-F8 key combinations (now properly enables/disables X11 VT switching)
- If you enabled virtual consoles in an earlier version, you must re-enable them from the menu for keys to work
- Changes require restarting lightdm: `sudo systemctl restart lightdm`
**Typical TTY Layout:**
- TTY1-6: Login consoles (if enabled)
- TTY7: Graphical kiosk display (X11/LightDM)
@@ -687,7 +694,7 @@ Full system cleanup that removes all kiosk components and restores the system to
**Access:**
```bash
# Core Settings menu → option 11
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh
./install_kiosk_0.9.7-4.sh
# Choose: Core Settings → Complete Uninstall
```
@@ -849,7 +856,7 @@ See the LICENSE file in the repository for full terms.
## Project Status & Future Plans
**Current Version:** 0.9.7-3 - Install Improvements & Management Features
**Current Version:** 0.9.7-4 - Gesture & Console Improvements
**Planned Features:**
- Web-based GUI configuration interface
@@ -892,4 +899,4 @@ Special thanks to the maintainers of all upstream projects that make UBK possibl
---
*Last Updated: December 2, 2024*
*Version: 0.9.7-3*
*Version: 0.9.7-4*
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@@ -998,9 +998,9 @@ configure_hidden_site_pin() {
echo " ═══ HIDDEN SITE PIN ═══"
echo
echo "The PIN protects access to hidden sites (duration: -1)"
echo "Hidden sites can be accessed via:"
echo "Hidden sites can be toggled via:"
echo " • F10 key"
echo " • 3-finger DOWN swipe"
echo " • 3-finger DOWN swipe (shows/hides)"
echo
local pin_file="$KIOSK_DIR/.jitsi-pin"
@@ -5928,8 +5928,7 @@ const {contextBridge,ipcRenderer}=require('electron');
console.log('═════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════');
console.log(' Gestures:');
console.log(' 3-finger DOWN: Show hidden tabs (PIN required)');
console.log(' 3-finger UP: Return to normal tabs');
console.log(' 3-finger DOWN: Toggle hidden tabs (PIN required)');
console.log(' 2-finger HORIZONTAL: Switch between sites');
console.log(' Keyboard: Auto-shows on text fields or click icon');
console.log('╚═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝');
@@ -6192,16 +6191,11 @@ window.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded',()=>{
const absX=Math.abs(deltaX);
const absY=Math.abs(deltaY);
// 3-finger DOWN = show hidden tabs (easier than up)
// 3-finger DOWN = toggle hidden tabs (show/hide)
if(fingerCount===3&&absY>SWIPE_THRESHOLD&&absX<SWIPE_TOLERANCE&&deltaY>0){
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger DOWN - show hidden tab');
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger DOWN - toggle hidden tabs');
ipcRenderer.send('toggle-hidden');
}
// 3-finger UP = return to normal tabs (close hidden)
else if(fingerCount===3&&absY>SWIPE_THRESHOLD&&absX<SWIPE_TOLERANCE&&deltaY<0){
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger UP - return to normal tabs');
ipcRenderer.send('return-to-tabs');
}
// 2-finger HORIZONTAL = change tabs
else if(fingerCount===2&&absX>SWIPE_THRESHOLD&&absY<SWIPE_TOLERANCE){
ipcRenderer.send(deltaX>0?'swipe-right':'swipe-left');
@@ -8321,17 +8315,10 @@ window.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded',()=>{
const absX=Math.abs(deltaX);
const absY=Math.abs(deltaY);
// 3-finger gestures for hidden tabs
if(fingerCount===3 && absY>SWIPE_THRESHOLD && absX<SWIPE_TOLERANCE){
if(deltaY>0){
// 3-finger DOWN = show hidden tabs (easier than up)
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger DOWN - show hidden tab');
ipcRenderer.send('toggle-hidden');
} else if(deltaY<0){
// 3-finger UP = return to normal tabs
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger UP - return to normal tabs');
ipcRenderer.send('return-to-tabs');
}
// 3-finger DOWN = toggle hidden tabs (show/hide)
if(fingerCount===3 && absY>SWIPE_THRESHOLD && absX<SWIPE_TOLERANCE && deltaY>0){
console.log('[TOUCH] 3-finger DOWN - toggle hidden tabs');
ipcRenderer.send('toggle-hidden');
}
// 2-finger vertical DOWN = keyboard (ALWAYS works, no throttling)
else if(fingerCount===2 && absY>SWIPE_THRESHOLD && absX<SWIPE_TOLERANCE && deltaY>0){