curs_legacy - Linux
Overview
curs_legacy is a legacy command, deprecated on most Linux distributions, used for managing cursor shape and behavior in curses-based terminal applications.
Syntax
curs_legacy [-fcsV] [shape]
Options/Flags
- -f: Use the legacy function rcurs for cursor operations.
- -c: Use the legacy function rc_cursor for cursor operations.
- -s: Use the legacy
curs_set
function instead of the ncursescurs_set
macro for cursor operations. - -V: Print the version of curs_legacy and exit.
Examples
Setting the cursor shape
curs_legacy block
curs_legacy underline
Restoring the default cursor shape
curs_legacy restore
Common Issues
curs_legacy is deprecated and may not be available on all systems. It is recommended to use ncurses instead.
Integration
curs_legacy can be used with other curses functions to control the cursor and manage terminal display. For example, it can be combined with curs_set to set the cursor visibility and shape.
Related Commands
- ncurses: A modern and well-supported library for terminal handling and cursor control.
- tput: A command-line tool for manipulating terminal settings, including cursor control.