Locked Windows

There are two meanings to locked windows in FS/2:

• Position lock - The size and position of the internal windows can be locked to prevent accidental adjustments by dragging a window border with the mouse. Use Setup->Lock Windows to toggle the state of this option.
• Operation lock - Certain operations require setting a lock on the operation to prevent starting another operation prior to completion of the ongoing operation. These functions require the selection of files and/or directories to not be altered while the operation is performed, therefore a locked is placed on the active Files window. The lock occurs on opening of the function dialog, or in the case of a drag operation when the dragged item(s) is/are dropped. Functions that lock the active Files window are:
  • Copy files or directories
  • Move files or directories
  • Delete files or directories
  • Zip files or directories
  • Unzip files or directories
  • Split file
  • Append files
  • Print files
  • If a function dialog is open but the function has not been started, the user must use the Ctrl key down to modify the selection of files with the mouse. Do not modify the selected files once the operation is started. Before starting the operation, the user can change the current drive or directory in the Drives or Directories window to set the target directory of the operation. Use of the other directory change functions, such as the Last Used Directories popup menu, is also permitted.

    

  • A visual lock symbol if shown at the bottom right of the Files window, in place of the parent directory button, when the window is locked. It will normally be disabled with the exception of when the operation has only one selected file.
  • The lock is automatically removed when the function completes. If it remains locked upon completion, use the Esc key to remove the lock.
  • In the locked state, the menu functions that could affect the operation are disabled. Pushing toolbar buttons or accelerator keys that also could affect the operation will result in no action.
  • If starting another operation that locks the active Files window is desired (such as a second copy operation), switch to the other Files window and use it for the operation. If additional windows are desired, start an additional instance of FS/2. A toolbar button can be added to start additional instances in the same directory or a different FS/2 directory. The advantage of the latter is customization of the program to a different look or options.

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