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Date/Time: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:20:48 +0000
Post From: Support Request: Control Bar Button Behavior with Detached Charts
| [2024-11-18 18:54:57] |
| TB7000 - Posts: 5 |
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Dear Sierra Chart Support Team, I am seeking clarification regarding the behavior of Control Bar buttons when used with detached charts. Specifically, I am developing a custom study utilizing Advanced Custom Study Buttons and have encountered the following issue: Observed Behavior: Control Bar buttons associated with a detached chart do not trigger sc.MenuEventID events unless the linked chart window is active (focused). Documentation Review: I have reviewed the "Advanced Custom Study Buttons and Pointer Events" documentation, but could not find a direct solution for enabling button functionality for detached or inactive charts. Questions/Requests: - R1: Request for guidance: Is it possible to configure Sierra Chart to allow Control Bar buttons to trigger their events even when the associated chart window (detached or otherwise) is not active? Alternatively, is there a way to programmatically bring focus to the linked chart when a Control Bar button is clicked? - Q1: Is this behavior intentional by design, or is there a setting or workaround to allow buttons to function without requiring the chart to be active? - Q2: If this behavior is inherent, could the following enhancements be considered: A / Automatically activating the chart linked to a button when it is clicked. B / Enabling buttons to trigger events for their associated chart, regardless of its focus state. Use Case: This enhancement would greatly benefit workflows where detached charts are used across multiple monitors. It would eliminate the need to manually activate a chart before using its associated Control Bar buttons, resulting in a more seamless user experience. Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to your clarification or recommendations. Best regards, |