Single pointer mode of operation is not provided for editing element drag-and-drop actions.
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GrapesJS version [x] I confirm to use the latest version of GrapesJS What browser are you using? Edge: Version 135.0.2535.51 (Official build) (64-bit), Chrome: Version 135.0.6422.112 (Official Build) (64-bit) Reproducible demo link https://app.grapesjs.com/studio?utmsource=grapesjs&utmmedium=mainTopNav Describe the bug Test Environment: OS: Windows 11[Version 24H2(OS Build 24631.3593)] Edge: Version 135.0.2535.51 (Official build) (64-bit) Chrome: Version 135.0.6422.112 (Official Build) (64-bit) Test URL: https://app.grapesjs.com/studio?utmsource=grapesjs&utmmedium=mainTopNav Observation: Simi...
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Hi Team, Any update on this issue?
The issue you've reported highlights a common accessibility challenge in web builders that rely heavily on drag-and-drop interactions. GrapesJS, by default, implements its block and component manipulation primarily through mouse/touch-based drag-and-drop gestures, which are not inherently accessibl...
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