Re:Scrollbars: Why is Apple eradicating a linchpin of user i...
by crazygringo on Wednesday November 09, 2011 @09:23PM
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As soon as I installed Lion, I thought I'd feel the same way.
But your post just made me realize: I haven't missed scroll bars a bit. And if you wonder if there's more content in a window, a tiny jiggle with your finger instantly reveals that.
Interestingly enough, I've even traded my Magic Mouse at work for a Magic Trackpad -- the new paradigm of gestures and swiping etc. is so useful, I don't think I'll ever go back (except when I have to do graphic design work, a mouse is essential).
But your post just made me realize: I haven't missed scroll bars a bit. And if you wonder if there's more content in a window, a tiny jiggle with your finger instantly reveals that.
Interestingly enough, I've even traded my Magic Mouse at work for a Magic Trackpad -- the new paradigm of gestures and swiping etc. is so useful, I don't think I'll ever go back (except when I have to do graphic design work, a mouse is essential).