Question 1

How do I simulate mouse clicks with DeftSharp in C#?

Accepted Answer

Use the MouseManipulator class, such as mouse.Click() or mouse.DoubleClick(), as shown in the README examples. This allows programmatic simulation of mouse actions directly from code.

Question 2

Can DeftSharp prevent specific keyboard keys from being pressed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with KeyboardManipulator.Prevent, you can block keys like Key.Delete or add conditions, as illustrated in the input prevention example. This is useful for security or parental control features.

Question 3

DeftSharp vs Windows Input Simulator – which is better for .NET?

Accepted Answer

DeftSharp offers a more comprehensive suite including event subscription and prevention, while Windows Input Simulator focuses on simulation. Choose DeftSharp for full input management; Windows Input Simulator for simpler simulation tasks.

Question 4

How to set up global hotkeys with DeftSharp in a WPF app?

Accepted Answer

Subscribe to keyboard events using KeyboardListener.SubscribeCombination for key combinations. Ensure the listener remains active throughout the app lifecycle, per the global event subscription examples in the README.

Question 5

Is DeftSharp suitable for game development?

Accepted Answer

Potentially, for input logging or custom shortcuts, but its global event listeners might introduce latency or conflict with game engines' input systems, so test thoroughly for performance.

Question 6

Does DeftSharp work with .NET Core 3.1 or older versions?

Accepted Answer

No, it specifically requires .NET 8.0 for Windows, as stated in the requirements, so compatibility is limited to newer .NET versions.

Question 7

What are the security implications of using DeftSharp to block input?

Accepted Answer

While useful for features like parental controls, improper use could lock users out of their systems. Implement careful logic and user feedback to prevent abuse or unintended behavior.

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