Multi-Display support for Android over USB

[AlbanRampon]

You have the mouse cursor on one display, not dealing moving it between displays.
The changes are needed are in the OS. We customised the ROM.

[schluntz]

Ah, no mouse between displays. That's interesting.

Since Google didn't see fit to add video alt-mode to the Pixel C I don't see them expanding mouse support either unless it becomes part of the default Android code.

So, for now I just need to find a USB dock that supports my tablets native resolution so I can work on the screen without it being blurry.

Thanks for responding.

[AlbanRampon]

You're welcome.
You could also express the need to Google. If enough people do, then it will prove value. Some new products appearing in the market today around Android productivity make me optimistic this may be done.
The changes are not that complex...

To ease your job, you have applications changing the launcher in something a bit more desktop-like when docked. Look for Andromium, or similar. Sentio is even doing a product like that.

[schluntz]

I've sent my feedback into Google.

I actually have (had, it's back with manuf for a power supply issue) one of the clamshells that turns your phone/device into a laptop. It's not a bad idea, but the Pixel C is a good size (for me) and I don't need to add the hastle of another thing. I ended up using it with a Raspberry Pi. I'm not looking for the look-and-feel change the software is offering.

It's just when I'm at a desk I want more space and for the most part just making the screen larger doesn't help. Split screen makes the larger screen work better, but I'm really hoping DisplayLink will get the support it needs to let me do multi-screen like I do with my Chromebook.

-Sean

[hacker1024]

Originally Posted by AlbanRampon

You have the mouse cursor on one display, not dealing moving it between displays.
The changes are needed are in the OS. We customised the ROM.

I know this thread hasn't been active for a while, I have a question:
Where can I find the OS changes necessary to support multiple screens? I build my own ROM for my phone, and I'd like to include this feature.