Topic: Consoles/Terminals
Where to Place the readkey() Function in the Python Standard Library?
While using Python, I noticed the absence of a built-in method to read keyboard key presses directly. Although I discovered a method for reading keyboard presses on Windows, I believe a standard approach should be included in the Python Standard Library to eliminate the need for redistributing such an essential function.
My question is: If I were to contribute and integrate this functionality, where in the Python Standard Library should it be placed? Specifically, which module or source file would be most suitable for a function like readkey() that reads keyboard input instead of the whole line like Python built-in input() function does?
Here is an example of a keyboard key reading function for Windows Operating Systems:
#_____________________________
# Import the msvcrt module
import msvcrt
#_____________________________
# Function to read characters without pressing enter
def read_chars():
print("Press 'q' to exit.")
while True:
if msvcrt.kbhit():
char = msvcrt.getch().decode('utf-8')
if char == 'q':
break
print(f'You pressed: {char}')
#_____________________________
# Call the function
read_chars()
Notable references
For some time I’ve used the built-in input() function.