curs_beep - Linux
Overview
The curs_beep command triggers a beep sound on the system when the cursor moves to the end of a line while typing in a terminal. It enhances the user experience by providing an auditory cue to indicate the cursor’s movement and prevent accidental overtyping.
Syntax
curs_beep [-acdeghilnpst]
Options/Flags
- -a: Beeps on both ends of a line.
- -c: Continuously beeps until the cursor is moved back.
- -d: Beeps when deleting characters.
- -e: Beeps when entering insert mode (^O).
- -g: Beeps when using the word erase key (Control-W).
- -h: Prints a help message.
- -i: Beeps when indentation is changed.
- -l: Beeps when moving to the end of the line.
- -n: Beeps when the cursor is moved.
- -p: Beeps when pasting text.
- -s: Beeps when scrolling.
- -t: Beeps when a tab is pressed.
Examples
- Enable beeping on reaching the end of a line:
curs_beep -l
- Beep continuously until the cursor is moved:
curs_beep -c
- Trigger a beep when deleting characters and scrolling:
curs_beep -d -s
Common Issues
- No beep is heard: Make sure your terminal emulator supports audio output.
- Beep sound is too loud: Adjust the volume settings in your terminal settings.
Integration
- Combine curs_beep with Bash‘s
trapcommand to create custom signals for specific key presses:
trap 'curs_beep -n' INT
- Enhance scripts by adding curs_beep commands for improved user feedback during execution.