[Feature Request]: Allow manual entry for COM/tty device paths.

[OK9UWU]

Problem Description

At the moment the app allows user to only choose serial ports it has detected in the system, with no way to override this selection list from the web UI. If, for whatever reason PySerial doesn't detect the right port on which the rig is exposed (CAT or just PTT), it's required to modify the path in the config file.

Proposed Solution

Perhaps a switch in the Exp submenu that would enable manual override of these serial paths.

Alternatives Considered

Making the dropdown menu allowed for direct text input could be another solution. - This however, might be confusing for some users.

Additional Information

This seems to be a problem mostly for those who have unconventional setups and complex interfacing (MicroHAM, Flex SDR radio or any other CAT/PTT control that makes use of virtual COM / tty devices

[DJ2LS]

Thanks for the feature request and insights regarding to more complex hardware setups.

I think this could be done. What about a button, next to the serial paths, which opens a modal with a Text Input for manual com Ports?

[OK9UWU]

Sounds good to me.

[DJ2LS]

https://github.com/DJ2LS/FreeDATA/pull/893

I have been working on an attempt. Maybe it is working for you?

[DJ2LS]

@OK9UWU any news regarding this?