Multiplicity 2 - Sharing Clipbord (check for changes)

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I run a text to speech reader on my second computer

the text to speech reader is set up to read any new text that is copied to the clipboard.

So if i copy text on main and then change to second it will start reading the text but when i then go back to main and then back to second it will start to read the text from the start because the text is recopied the the clipboard.

I did not have this problem with Multiplicity 1 because it did this simple check before copying anything.

so what i am asking for is can you plz add back in this check thx

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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top

Thanks for reporting this.  We have made a modification for the next update to stop MP resetting the clipboard when the clipboard already contains the current clipboard contents.

Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top

I have a similar problem. Different application, but every time I switch with text on the clipboard the application freaks out as soon as I switch or interact with it. I'm not sure if it then also corrupts the clipboard but I am frequently unable to paste after the application locks up for it's 1-2 seconds.

Updates:

  • I'm certain it has to do with the clipboard. The app has multiple modules, one of which checks clipboard. App works fine as long as I don't load that module.
  • Problem occurs whether there is something in the clipboard or not.
  • Problem occurs even if I disable clipboard sharing entirely.
  • Did not have this problem with prior version of Multiplicity.

 Perhaps add an option to hold down a key (like shift can be enabled for switching) where the clipboard only comes with if alt or control is also pressed?

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Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting Spazotron, reply 2
I have a similar problem. Different application, but every time I switch with text on the clipboard the application freaks out as soon as I switch or interact with it. I'm not sure if it then also corrupts the clipboard but I am frequently unable to paste after the application locks up for it's 1-2 seconds.

Updates:

  • I'm certain it has to do with the clipboard. The app has multiple modules, one of which checks clipboard. App works fine as long as I don't load that module.
  • Problem occurs whether there is something in the clipboard or not.
  • Problem occurs even if I disable clipboard sharing entirely.
  • Did not have this problem with prior version of Multiplicity.


 Perhaps add an option to hold down a key (like shift can be enabled for switching) where the clipboard only comes with if alt or control is also pressed?

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Reply #4 from Stardock Forums Top

Oh. Good point. It's free so you guys can even download it and test it yourselves:

EVEHQ (http://www.evehq.net/project-evehq/)

To reproduce the issue:

  1. Load EVEHQ on a 2nd machine (controlled by Multiplicity)
  2. It should work even if you don't add any EVE API Keys.
  3. Switch to Plug-Ins Ribbon (Ribbon Tabs right above the Ribbon Bar)
  4. Select the Fittings plugin (this is the plugin with the clipboard import/export)
  5. Do anything (might require at least copying something at some point on the primary system).

 

EDIT: I forgot to mention a couple of things:

  • This is not the only app I have the problem with. It is just the most obvious and annoying... plus it's free and you should be able to download and test for yourselves.
  • Another symptom (probably of the same thing) ... the clipboard clears itself when switching PCs and one of these apps is in the forefront or gets focus.

EDIT2: The most widely used app I get this happening in is Chrome. It doesn't happen consistently, but I've had it exhibit stupid behavior a few times now when trying to paste.

Reply #5 from Stardock Forums Top

Update:

I installed a newer version of the EveHQ application (wiped all settings) and the problem went away. I also haven't had the problem in chrome in a while.