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Symbolic Connections (+ Connect a node with more than one node (...?))
I only wish there was a way to illustrate/make symbolic connections between nodes belonging to different root nodes.
For example: mapping the use case scenario of a UI, where the user reaches a dead end, at which point he/she would be transfered back to a previous step, or perhaps even to a node belonging to a different root node (by terms of MindNode's terminology) – it would be nice to be able to somehow visualize this.
What I'm wishing for is just a way to drag a line between any two nodes. This line (for example, a simple dotted line) would be completely separated from the concept of nodes, in the sense that you can't create nodes out of this line; it's just static.
The most appropriate term that appears in my head for this feature would probably be Symbolic Connection.
(Perhaps, I'm also wishing for a way to connect one node with multiple nodes? Haven't processed this wish in my mind before typing it here, though. So it may or may not be a standing wish. :))
For example: mapping the use case scenario of a UI, where the user reaches a dead end, at which point he/she would be transfered back to a previous step, or perhaps even to a node belonging to a different root node (by terms of MindNode's terminology) – it would be nice to be able to somehow visualize this.
What I'm wishing for is just a way to drag a line between any two nodes. This line (for example, a simple dotted line) would be completely separated from the concept of nodes, in the sense that you can't create nodes out of this line; it's just static.
The most appropriate term that appears in my head for this feature would probably be Symbolic Connection.
(Perhaps, I'm also wishing for a way to connect one node with multiple nodes? Haven't processed this wish in my mind before typing it here, though. So it may or may not be a standing wish. :))
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Inappropriate?Dear Ced,
I'm currently working on this feature and I'm planning to release it as part of the next major MindNode Pro update (MindNode Pro Version 1.2). I refere to this feature as a cross connections feature. I may change this name before the release.
I attached an image of the current alpha implementation to this post.
Cheers!
Markus
PS: I'm still not sure how users will be able to create such a connection. At the moment the alpha supports creating a new one by shift dragging on a node. If you have an other suggestion please let me know!
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Inappropriate?I think that looks brilliant, Markus! And Shift-dragging sounds like a good deal as well.
Your term, Cross Connection also sounds better than mine. ;)
Curious, would it be possible to Shift-drag from the "We have to wait for..."-node, back to the "Task2"-node again, to create a bi-directional cross connection? Maybe "Task2" could use the same line, but receive an arrow pointing back to itself. (I.e. one arrow in either end of the same cross connection line.)
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Inappropriate?Dear Ced.
Yes. This will be possible. But I think it would be more practical to add an arrow to the other end of the connection. I'll add two popup buttons to the inspector to enable to change the arrow(s).
Markus
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Inappropriate?Just a small update:
I published a screencast showing this feature on my blog:
http://www.mindnode.com/2009/03/27/mi...
Markus
I’m excited
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Inappropriate?Utter fantastic, Markus!
The new cross connection feature looks great, as well as the fullscreen and context menu. You're doing a great job with this application and thanks for your interest in your users' feedback.
I’m excited and thankful
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Inappropriate?An other small update. This feature is now part of the current MindNode Pro version.
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