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Old 01-24-2008, 06:45 AM   #1
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there is any file contain location of mouse


there is any file contain location of mouse
like xy or symbol that show that mouse is moved?

i`m using RED HAT
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Old 01-24-2008, 07:06 AM   #2
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How can you store that info in a file. The mouse move constantly and if you write that info into a file, your HDD will die.
 
Old 01-24-2008, 08:09 AM   #3
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You can try /dev/input/mouse0 and/or /dev/input/event6. You need to be root to access these. You can test the output by typing 'cat /dev/input/mouse0 > test_mouse0.txt' as root, moving mouse around and pressing Ctrl-C. View the file with hex viewing tool of your choice.
 
Old 01-24-2008, 08:12 AM   #4
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Or, start the xev program from a terminal in X and move your pointer inside its window.
 
  


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