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[Feature Request] Global Menu Applet like KDE Plasma or OSX.
Overview: I'd like to propose the addition of a Global Menu Applet in the Cosmic Desktop Environment. This feature, commonly seen in desktop environments like KDE Plaama, XFCE or the Desktop of OSX, has proven to enhance user experience and productivity.
Why it makes sense: The Global Menu Applet consolidates application menus into a single, easily accessible location, typically located at the top of the screen. This approach offers several benefits:
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Optimized Screen Space: By moving application menus to a global location, it optimizes screen real estate, allowing users to focus more on content and less on cluttered application windows.
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Consistent User Interface: A Global Menu provides a consistent look and feel across different applications, contributing to a streamlined user experience. Users don't have to hunt for menus within each application window, making navigation more intuitive.
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Improved Productivity: Accessing menus from a centralized location can speed up workflows, especially for users who prefer keyboard shortcuts.
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Integration with Cosmic DE: The integration of a Global Menu contributes to a streamlined user interface by reducing visual clutter within individual application windows. A clutter-free interface promotes focus and clarity, enhancing the overall user experience for both new and experienced users. Considering Cosmic's commitment to a clean, organized, and user-friendly experience, the addition of a Global Menu Applet aligns with the overall philosophy of the Cosmic Desktop.
Community Impact: I believe that the introduction of a Global Menu Applet would make Cosmic DE even more appealing to a broader audience, including users who appreciate a more traditional menu structure.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the Global Menu Applet is a widely appreciated feature in other desktop environments, and its inclusion in Cosmic DE would enhance the overall usability and attractiveness of Pop!_OS or other Distros who use Cosmic.
Let me know what you option is!
Personally, I prefer to have the menu on the Windows since it is linked to it, but it could be nice to have the choice
