[Feature request] Use a key modifier to use cube rotations when using bluetooth cube as input

[shuantsu]

Goal

I'd like to be able to use a configurable key (from keyboard or other usb input device) to be able to use as modifier for bluetooth cube. that way is possible to make rotations on bluetooth cubes that doesnt support that kind of move.

You can see this feature implemented in this simulator:

https://filipeteixeira.com.br/new/picturecube/

Possible solution

Publish as experimental features and see if people use the feature to develop it further

Alternatives

No response

[lgarron]

I'm not opposed to this, but:

• This shouldn't be too hard for any client implementation to do — when connecting the Bluetooth listener to the <twisty-player>, an implementation can perform rewrites as they see fit.
• For a smart cube with gyro tracking, I think it would be better if rotations could be automatically inferred.
  • For non-gyro cubes, a heuristic mechanism + a rotation rewriting UI might also do well.
• Interacting with both a keyboard and a cube doesn't sound particularly ergonomic to me. I think this would need a demo and non-trivial userbase for me to be convinced that it's a good idea to promote as an input mechanism.
  • (Something like a foot pedal sounds easier to become fluent in, but I don't think many people own those.)

[shuantsu]

I actually implemented it following the repository guidelines

main...shuantsu:cubing.js:feat/key-modifier-for-bt

access http://cubing.localhost:3333/alpha.twizzle.net/explore/ and select "Bluetooth + Modifier Key".
use left Shift key as modifier

I find this feature good for using puzzles that don't have bluetooth support, like megaminx, pyraminx crystal, FTO, etc.
Also as I only have an old Giiker cube from 5 years ago that doesn't have gyro I can use this feature to execute rotations (the head tracking helps too)

A person could use a keyboard, a game controller (put on the floor and use foot to hold button), a pedal like you said or a dance pad.

This can help with accessibility and encourages use of old bluetooth cubes and exploration of different puzzles (not just 3x3x3)

here in brazil importing stuff from china became inviable as heavy taxes are being applied. Back when I got my giiker I didn't have to pay a kidney for it