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.
Version Changes:
- Created install_kiosk_0.9.7-3.sh with updated version number
- Updated script header with release notes for 0.9.7-3
- Updated SCRIPT_VERSION constant to "0.9.7-3"
README Updates:
- Updated all references from 0.9.7-2 to 0.9.7-3
- Updated Quick Install wget command
- Updated Menu System Access examples
- Updated Complete Uninstall examples
- Updated Project Status section
- Updated footer version
Release Notes for 0.9.7-3:
- Fixed missing complete_uninstall function (line 8704 error)
- Added virtual console configuration (Ctrl+Alt+F1-F8)
- Added emergency hotspot to initial installation
- Enhanced security options and documentation
Documentation updates:
- Update Quick Install script name to install_kiosk_0.9.7-2.sh
- Document virtual console configuration feature
- Document emergency hotspot configuration during install
- Document complete uninstall functionality
- Add comprehensive "Why Use Hidden Tabs?" section with:
- Private communication use cases
- Administrative access scenarios
- Content management applications
- Secure entertainment options
- Business use cases
- Real-world example scenarios
- Add new "Installation & Management Features" section with:
- Virtual Console Configuration details
- Emergency WiFi Hotspot documentation
- Complete Uninstall process and safety features
- Update menu system documentation
- Update system behavior security notes
- Update version and date to 0.9.7-2, December 2, 2024
Claude