PCPP1 Graphical User Interface Programming Practice Question
When binding an event to a widget using 'widget.bind('<Key>', handler)', the handler function receives an event object. How do you access the specific character pressed?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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handler(event.char)
The event object passed to the handler contains the 'char' attribute which holds the character pressed.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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handler(event.char)
Why this is correct
The 'char' attribute is the correct way to retrieve the character associated with the keyboard event.
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handler(event.keysym)
Why it's wrong here
The 'keysym' attribute gives the name of the key (e.g., 'Return'), not the character itself.
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handler(event.get_char())
Why it's wrong here
There is no 'get_char' method on the event object.
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handler(event.key)
Why it's wrong here
The event object does not have a 'key' attribute.
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difficulty
Why it's wrong here
Not applicable.
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