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diff --git a/manual/basic/understand-interface.md b/manual/basic/understand-interface.md deleted file mode 100644 index 75ca7ecb..00000000 --- a/manual/basic/understand-interface.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,176 +0,0 @@ -# Interface Understanding - -As a beginner, you're only required to swiftly comprehend a few crucial sections -of the page. The exploration that follows will gradually unveil additional -functionalities. Bear in mind that interfaces may vary across different -versions. - - - -## Text Editor - -The text editing zone allows you the liberty to input any desired text or -establish a new tab through the "New" choice in the file menu at the top. Moving -or closing tabs can be done with ease as per your needs. - -Numerous operations can be performed on your text using options available in the -Operations Bar. Alternatively, you may utilize standard shortcuts like -Ctrl+C/V/S for copy, paste, and save operations, or even searching within the -text. - -The edited text within the text box is encoded in UTF8 without any formatting. -This plain text format ensures that no message alteration leads to confusion. -While we have plans to introduce rich text editing in the future, the specifics -are still being deliberated. - -### Large Text File Support - -GpgFrontend accommodates opening larger files without hindrance. However, when -dealing with relatively large files, editing of the tab won't be feasible until -the entire file is loaded. During this time, despite not being able to edit the -file, you still have the capability to view it. - -## Information Board - -GpgFrontend presents the outcome of the current tab page operation on the -Information Board, signifying the success or failure of the operation. -Additionally, the Information Board's text includes supplementary details to -assist in understanding the particulars of your encryption, decryption, -signature, and other operations. Depending on your language settings, the output -displayed on the dashboard may differ. - -The Information Board was conceived to provide a comprehensive view of more -information within the same space. However, GpgFrontend plans to incorporate a -graphical interface in the future to augment the user's comprehension of this -information. - -### Color Coding - -- **Green**: Indicates a successful operation that has been thoroughly verified - and found devoid of any issues. The appearance of green font color signifies - an all-clear. -- **Yellow**: Denotes a successful operation with some potential issues detected - during result testing. The yellow font color serves as a subtle alert for the - user, necessitating a detailed review of the operation. -- **Red**: Symbolizes an unsuccessful operation or a significant discrepancy in - the operation's outcome. The red font color acts as a clear warning, demanding - the user to meticulously inspect the operation's specifics to ensure security. - -### Customizable Font Size - -Should you find the font size on the information board to be diminutive, you can -easily adjust it under the 'Application' section in the settings. The default -font size is 10, and it can be modified to any value ranging from 9 to 18. - -### Dashboard Actions Menu - -The dashboard actions menu facilitates quick and easy access to common -functionalities related to the content of the information board. It empowers -users to efficiently manage and process large chunks of content on the -Information Board for various purposes. - -#### Copy - -This function allows users to swiftly capture significant portions of content -from the Information Board for other applications. - -#### Save File - -This operation archives the contents of the information board into the file -system, utilizing the UTF-8 format. Although the resultant output file lacks a -suffix, it is essentially in a plain text format. - -#### Clear - -This command promptly purges all content from the information board. The -clearance includes both the contents and statuses of the information board. A -new operation (such as encryption) will automatically trigger this clearing -process. - -### Optional Actions Menu - -In addition to the Information Board, an Optional Actions Menu will be presented -below it. If any auxiliary operations can be performed post your main operation -(such as displaying more detailed information, sending encrypted text via email, -etc.), the access points for these supplementary tasks will be made available -here. - -## Key ToolBox - -This feature presents a comprehensive list of key pairs stored on your device, -intended for use with Gpg operations. The keys within the ToolBox are classified -into multiple categories, each corresponding to a unique usage context. -Additionally, the ToolBox provides access to a variety of common operations, all -of which can be found in the Key List Menu. - -### Usage - -Most Gpg-related operations require specifying a key pair (for tasks like -encryption, decryption, signature, etc.). You can select the checkbox in the -first column of the Key ToolBox's table to designate one or more keys for your -operation. Categories that contain only public keys are frequently utilized in -cryptographic scenarios. - -### Classification - -The ToolBox showcases categories via tabbed display. None of these categories -include any expired or revoked keys. To view such keys, you should refer to the -Key Manager. The default category comprises all private and public keys. During -any operation, only the keys from the currently selected category will be -considered for input. - -### Columns - -Understanding this list is crucial. Let's walk through its components step by -step. - -- **Select**: Check the box in this column to notify Gpg Frontend that you wish - to use the key from this row for your subsequent operation. - -- **Type**: This column informs you about the key type and whether the primary - key exists in your key pair. - - - `pub` signifies that it is a public key, which can be used for encryption or - verification operations. - - `pub/sec` indicates that the key pair contains both public and private keys. - It can be employed for nearly all operations (consult the 'Usage' column to - confirm this). - - `pub/sec#` shows that the key pair has a public key and a private key, but - the primary key is absent from the key pair. This suggests you won't be able - to perform certain specific operations (like adding subkeys, signing other - key pairs, etc.) - - `pub/sec^` implies that one or more keys (subkeys or master keys) from the - key pair are in the smart card. - - `pub/sec#^` denotes a simultaneous occurrence of the previous two - situations. - -- **Name**: Represents the identity information of the key pair. -- **Email Address**: Also denotes the identity information of the key pair. -- **Usage**: Determines which operations the key pair can execute. Composed of - four uppercase letters, each letter signifies a specific use. - - - `C` stands for Certificate. Key pairs containing the primary key generally - have this usage. - - `E` stands for Encrypt. The key pair can be used for encryption operations. - - `S` stands for Sign. The key pair can be used for signing operations. - - `A` stands for Authenticate. The key pair can be used to perform operations - like SSH authentication. - -- **Validity**: A Gpg concept that roughly represents the level of trust in this - key. - -## Operations Bar - -Here, you can execute corresponding operations by clicking on the buttons -provided. For instance, after inputting text into a text editor and specifying -the desired key in the key toolbox, you can click the encryption button to -perform the operation. - -Some operations require key specification, while others do not, as will be -detailed in the respective sections of this document. - -### Customization - -For operations that you may not use for a while, you have the option to uncheck -the associated function group in the top menu view. Conversely, for the -operations you frequently use, you have the ability to add them here. |