Hi, Team:
I propose an enhancement to the input behavior in your platform to align with user expectations and improve usability as follows.
1. Default Line Break Behavior
- Adjust the default behavior of the Enter key in the data entry box to produce a line break (or carriage return) instead of submitting the input. This mirrors the functionality seen in platforms like Facebook posts or document editors, where pressing Enter creates a new paragraph rather than sending data prematurely.
2. Alternative Submission Options
- Introduce Ctrl+Enter as the primary keyboard shortcut for submitting messages.
3. User Guidance and Customization
- Include clear instructions (e.g., tooltips, onboarding messages, or settings) to inform users about these behaviors.
- Extra Nice! Offer a customizable setting where users can choose between current input methods or the enhanced configuration, catering to individual preferences.
Rationale
This adjustment would significantly reduce accidental submissions, especially in scenarios where users are drafting longer messages or require more time to structure their input. It also aligns with standard practices across many modern interfaces, enhancing both intuitiveness and accessibility for a broader user base.
I believe implementing these features will improve the overall user experience and help prevent frustration stemming from unintended actions. I also believe that it is an enhancement you could implement without too much effort…although I don’t live in your development environment, so I really don’t know.
Thank you for considering this feedback. Please let me know if further clarification or input is required. Cheers,
~Deirdre