prompt-toolkit / prompt-toolkit/python-prompt-toolkit

Dynamic layout manipulation, add/remove container objects

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Description

Hi,

Likely not easy to implement, but I think it would be great feature to be able to dynamically add/remove layout container objects, like one would split window in vim/nvim.

What is the best way at the moment?

I would like for instance to start from PromptSession and add new components to it.

Thanks,
Z

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Research direction

Start with PromptSession and the existing layout container APIs to understand how components are currently assembled. Check how a session represents its layout and what operations are available today, then define the expected behavior for dynamically adding and removing containers, including a vim/nvim-style split workflow. Done should include a clear, working way to modify the session layout at runtime.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
cli
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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