https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=516720
Bug ID: 516720
Summary: Configurable delay for tooltips and file previews
(e.g., in Dolphin)
Classification: Applications
Product: dolphin
Version First unspecified
Reported In:
Platform: Other
OS: Linux
Status: REPORTED
Severity: wishlist
Priority: NOR
Component: general
Assignee: [email protected]
Reporter: [email protected]
CC: [email protected]
Target Milestone: ---
Description:
In KDE Plasma 6, tooltips and preview popups (for example in Dolphin when
hovering over files) appear immediately without any delay.
It would be very helpful if users could configure a custom delay before
tooltips or previews are shown.
Rationale:
Immediate tooltips can be distracting, especially with large previews or when
moving the mouse across many files.
Other desktop environments use longer default delays or offer configurable
tooltip timing.
A delay would make the interface calmer and less intrusive without requiring
users to disable tooltips entirely.
This feature would improve usability and accessibility.
Proposed Implementation:
A global setting in System Settings → Behavior → Tooltips
→ “Tooltip delay (ms)”
Or a Dolphin-specific option under Settings → Behavior
→ “Show preview only after X ms”
Expected Benefits:
More control over UI behavior, reduced distraction, and an overall smoother
user experience.
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