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Moving Pictures is a movies plug-in for the MediaPortal media center application. The goal of the plug-in is to create a very focused and refined experience that requires minimal user interaction. The plug-in emphasizes usability and ease of use in managing a movie collection consisting of ripped DVDs, and movies reencoded in common video formats supported by MediaPortal.
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Add search function (new interface for remote filtering) #410

Closed GoogleCodeExporter closed 8 years ago

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
a global search function over all movies would be very nice. only sorting 
does not help a lot if you have more than 2000 movies.

Original issue reported on code.google.com by dr.act...@gmail.com on 27 Mar 2009 at 12:30

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Hrmm... well you can currently filter the list of movies by a search string 
using 
remote filtering. See the following link. Maybe we could add an on screen 
keyboard 
(or flat out keyboard support) for "remote filtering" this would effectively be 
a 
search option...

http://tinyurl.com/cf8e8z

I'll keep this open, I can definately see the value in a keyboard interface for 
"remote filtering" interface. To provide a quick sort/jump to feature. This I 
think 
will have to wait a while though unless there is a lot of demand for it...

Original comment by conrad.john on 26 Apr 2009 at 10:53

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Maybe we could have a "Search" menu item that would bring up the onscreen 
keyboard. 
The guts would work the same as the "remote filtering" but this would be much 
easier 
and more strait forward for new users. And advanced users could contnue to use 
cell 
phone style filtering with their remote control.

Original comment by conrad.john on 26 Apr 2009 at 11:01

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago

Original comment by conrad.john on 26 Apr 2009 at 11:02

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Indeed. I'm using the Logitech diNovo mini w/ 800+ movies. pgup/dn is too 
slow.. a 
'always present' filter input box at the base of the screen would be ideal

Original comment by jvs.smith on 16 Aug 2009 at 3:31

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
One of the things I am missing mostly in this plugin, is search. How cool would 
it be 
to be able to search for a movie, actor or an director with a viruel keyboard 
on 
screen? Filtering is just not as good, and you can not find movies with 
specific actors 
or directors.

Original comment by and...@cego.dk on 26 Aug 2009 at 8:08

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
this definitely has my vote.   i use an adesso media keyboard and i wish that i 
could
put all of those letter keys to use, especially in a library of over 1,000 
videos.  
pagedown key be damned!

Original comment by danielsc...@gmail.com on 1 Sep 2009 at 10:21

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
+1. I have a diNovo Mini keyboard and I will like to be able to use the keys 
instead
of scrolling through the database. I think that the remote filtering is perfect 
for
remote users, but what about us? Thanks for all the Moving Pictures team, you 
are
doing an awesome work! Regars.

Original comment by riturr...@gmail.com on 1 Sep 2009 at 10:44

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
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GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Would be nice to see this issue... I have had issues with the standard 
searching by
the remote keys.

Original comment by elspa...@gmail.com on 6 Dec 2009 at 1:35

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
I also use a diNovo Mini and would like not to have to use my remote anymore 
for 
filtering

Original comment by michael....@gmail.com on 29 Mar 2010 at 3:18

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Hello all...

first sorry about English.
I use Moving Pictures along time and for my sadness the developers of this 
brilliant plug-in never include a search function.
I know there are some ways to search movies like remote control filter with 
number keys or press shift key while typing the name of the film but I´d like 
to see old fashion search box like the MyFilms plug-in. (See the snapshots 
below)

There is a chance to create a search box function on Moving Pictures?

who would like to see a search function in Moving Pictures? I bet innumerable 
of users want this.
If i can create a poll with this question, innumerable users vote for a yes! If 
you want too see this function reply this post with a YES!

Developers, please think about...

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 6 Jul 2010 at 10:15

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GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
as a dev i would like to second the recent attention this issue is getting an 
perhaps vote to push this to 1.1.

on a technical note: 
imho, a user would be able to search through the entire db disregarding the 
current active filters (except for the parental control). Search result will be 
displayed as any other category (using a realtime [field contains text] 
filter). This would be different from the remote filtering which you could 
still could afterwards to further trim down the initial results. I currently 
don't see any technical difficulties implementing such a solution.

Original comment by apond...@gmail.com on 6 Jul 2010 at 11:55

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
I am fine with pulling search forward a few releases but there is *no way* it 
will make it into version 1.1. That release is already over crowded and _we are 
going to have to drop some currently scheduled issues as it is_. Adding new 
features will not help any.

And as for searching over the whole database apondman, I understand your 
reasoning but I am a bit hesitant... almost every function every menu and 
sidebar operates on the current context: filter or sort the movies on screen, 
cycle the cover art for the selected movie, etc. 

If we can find a logical place to fit a global search into the interface nicely 
I am fine with this, I just want to make sure the option doesn't confuse anyone.

Original comment by conrad.john on 6 Jul 2010 at 2:24

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
This function is still scheduled to version 1.2.0?
You can not schedule for a version closer to the current 1.0.8?

My database of movies grows ever more (already exceeds the 2000 movie) and use 
the current method is complicated and takes a long time.
As you know, most movies begin with "The". I have hundreds of movies beginning 
with "The" example: The Lord of the Rings, The A-Team, The Town, etc ...
Now imagine what it is to scroll a hundred films. This is just one example but 
there are many more.
So, if it were technically possible to do a search box like the MyFilms plug-in 
would make the search easier and with the exact name.
I've already signed this petition twice.
Programmers, make an effort for this option exists in a version as soon as 
possible please!
Many thanks for all the work that has been wonderful with the Moving-Pictues.
Regards.

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 1 Nov 2010 at 12:03

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
I definitely need this feature, too. I'm using a keyboard for navigation and 
typing the number keys to do a text entry is not very comfortable. At least it 
should be possible to type the actual letter keys to do the remote filtering.

Original comment by TC.Fide...@gmail.com on 29 Jan 2011 at 5:06

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago

Original comment by conrad.john on 31 Jan 2011 at 1:22

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Any news?

Original comment by Ukurra...@gmail.com on 13 Feb 2011 at 12:29

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
I would very much appreciate a proper search feature, as well.

Original comment by jmvaughn...@gmail.com on 1 Mar 2011 at 5:33

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago

Original comment by conrad.john on 1 Mar 2011 at 6:45

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
hi,
for this function please
thanks

Original comment by yudic...@gmail.com on 29 Mar 2011 at 8:36

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
yes we need this.
Full keyboard search.

Original comment by sciacc...@gmail.com on 2 Jun 2011 at 9:03

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Hi again!

I dont give up for the search option on MP
Serious, how difficult is make a search option?

I´ve more than 600 movies.

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 29 Jul 2011 at 8:10

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GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Any word on adding this feature?

I am about to crest 900 movies, and this is easily the most wanted feature from 
my perspective.

Original comment by jmvaughn...@gmail.com on 29 Jul 2011 at 8:29

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
adding myself to this.. 1.5k movies and counting..

Original comment by bernhard...@gmail.com on 29 Jul 2011 at 9:23

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
hi boys and lads,
lm waiting 4 this progress too
cmon devs help us
thanks

Original comment by yudic...@gmail.com on 30 Jul 2011 at 12:53

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Would definetely like to see the ability to search for titles, actors and 
directors from an onscreen virtual keyboard, adding my vote!

Original comment by b.w.go...@gmail.com on 31 Jul 2011 at 6:36

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
3200 movies = 20 seconds total gui hang when using remote search per letter 
entered. Ouch!

Original comment by Douginoz...@gmail.com on 31 Jul 2011 at 9:19

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Thanks for all the feedback folks. I have gone ahead and scheduled this for 
Moving Pictures 1.3 so we will try to get this in with the next major features 
release.

In the meantime, for what its worth the remote filtering functionality as well 
as general category navigation is MUCH faster in Moving Pictures 1.1.5 and 
1.2.3. We have a release candidate for both and they will be released in the 
next day or so.

Original comment by conrad.john on 31 Jul 2011 at 4:41

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Thank you!  That is really awesome news.  Can't wait for version 1.3.

This is not just a great plugin, but an absolutely essential plugin, and I 
really appreciate all the hard work that has gone into it.
John

Original comment by jmvaughn...@gmail.com on 31 Jul 2011 at 4:49

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
omg,
waiting:........)
thanks a lot

Original comment by yudic...@gmail.com on 31 Jul 2011 at 5:40

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Great!

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 6 Aug 2011 at 11:04

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Yes! I would love it!

Original comment by Roginic....@gmail.com on 16 Aug 2011 at 2:18

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Can't wait for version 1.3.

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 16 Aug 2011 at 2:49

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
hello folks,
thanks for this great tool,
any news about 
thanks

Original comment by yudic...@gmail.com on 12 Oct 2011 at 7:55

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
hello folks,
thanks for this great tool,
any news about 
thanks

Original comment by yudic...@gmail.com on 12 Oct 2011 at 7:56

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
So much time to release a simple feature and probably one of most important 
option.
Try search quickly a movie on more of 600 movies...

Please hurry up guys :(

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 26 Dec 2011 at 4:15

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
You really are helping a lot with your comment you jackass.

Original comment by pgjensen on 26 Dec 2011 at 4:16

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
i think i dont offending anyone so dont use that words with me please.

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 26 Dec 2011 at 4:22

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Please keep things civil folks.

As far as the release, sorry about that. Not much more I can say. The search 
functionality is in place though and I will try to get a release out this week.

Original comment by conrad.john on 26 Dec 2011 at 5:12

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Great! Thanks. Keep the good work :)

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 26 Dec 2011 at 5:25

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
That's great news, Conrad. Thanks for the update.  I really appreciate all your 
hard work and love the plugin.

Original comment by jmvaughn...@gmail.com on 26 Dec 2011 at 5:34

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Some additional in GUI stuff committed in r1339.

Original comment by conrad.john on 30 Dec 2011 at 8:14

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Here is an alpha build with search functionality included. You can get to it 
via the context menu (F9 on the keyboard). Use at your own risk! But feedback 
is very welcome.

http://moving-pictures.tv/files/moving-pictures-1.3.0.1340-alpha.exe

Original comment by conrad.john on 1 Jan 2012 at 2:56

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
<3 Happy new year John, enjoy it with your family and friends!

Original comment by riturr...@gmail.com on 1 Jan 2012 at 3:01

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Added launch parameter support for searches and cleaned up the UI a bit in 
r1341. Pretty much all changes for this release are in place so now we just 
need to do a bit of internal testing.

Original comment by conrad.john on 3 Jan 2012 at 4:02

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Would like to help test, but the link to 1.3.0.1340 alpha is broken.

Original comment by jmvaughn...@gmail.com on 3 Jan 2012 at 5:21

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
Sorry, I uploaded a new alpha today and missed this link. Link is here:
http://moving-pictures.tv/alpha.html

Going forward any alpha builds will get posted to that page. Thanks for your 
interest and I look forward to your feedback. :)

Original comment by conrad.john on 3 Jan 2012 at 5:54

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
i will test now and feedback later. THANKS!

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 3 Jan 2012 at 6:15

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
I think I found an error. After doing a search through the list of films F9 
does not return to normal. ever happened to anyone?

Original comment by nunoleal...@gmail.com on 3 Jan 2012 at 7:02

GoogleCodeExporter commented 8 years ago 
This happened to me last night but I am having a hard time reproducing the 
problem. Can you consistently reproduce? And if so can you give me detailed 
steps on what you did to trigger it?

Original comment by conrad.john on 3 Jan 2012 at 7:31