Examples

This section contains practical examples showing how to use ThreePaneWindows in real applications.

Basic Examples:

• Basic Usage Examples
  • Simple Three-Pane Layout
  • Custom Labels
  • Simple File Manager
  • Key Features Demonstrated
  • Next Steps
• Fixed Layout Examples
  • Basic Fixed Layout
  • Dashboard-Style Layout
  • Settings/Preferences Interface
  • When to Use Fixed Layout
  • Key Features of Fixed Layout
  • Configuration Options
  • Next Steps
• Dockable Layout Examples
  • Basic Dockable Window
  • IDE-Style Layout
  • Advanced Docking Features
  • Key Docking Features
  • Best Practices
  • Next Steps

Advanced Examples:

• Enhanced Professional Examples
  • Professional File Manager
  • Professional Code Editor
  • Key Professional Features
  • Theme Options
  • Best Practices for Professional Applications
  • Next Steps
• Cross-Platform Icon Examples
  • Basic Icon Usage
  • Platform-Specific Icon Selection
  • Icon Validation Example
  • Key Features Demonstrated
  • Best Practices
• Fixed Width Panes Examples
  • Basic Fixed Width Layout
  • Both Sides Fixed
  • Dockable Window with Fixed Widths
  • Enhanced Window with Fixed Widths
  • When to Use Fixed Width Panes
  • Benefits of Fixed Width Panes
  • Configuration Options
  • Next Steps
• Theming Examples
  • Basic Theme Application
  • Theme Comparison Demo
  • Custom Theme Creation
  • Theme Best Practices
  • Available Built-in Themes
  • Theme Configuration
  • Common Theming Issues and Solutions
  • Theme Helper Function
  • Best Practices for Theming
  • Next Steps
• Real-World Applications
  • Text Editor Application
  • Image Viewer Application
  • Key Features of Real-World Applications
  • Application Patterns
  • Best Practices Demonstrated
  • Next Steps

Integration Examples:

• Menu Integration Examples
  • Basic Menu Integration
  • Toolbar Integration
  • Context Menus
  • Best Practices for Menu Integration
  • Menu Integration Features
  • Configuration Example
  • Next Steps
• Status Bar Integration Examples
  • Basic Status Bar
  • Advanced Status Bar with Multiple Sections
  • Notification System Integration
  • Best Practices for Status Integration
  • Status Bar Components
  • Next Steps
• Custom Widgets Examples
  • Custom File Browser Widget
  • Custom Code Editor Widget
  • Best Practices for Custom Widgets
  • Widget Integration Patterns
  • Next Steps

Overview

The examples are organized by complexity and use case:

Basic Examples

Simple, straightforward examples perfect for getting started.

Advanced Examples

More complex examples showing professional features and customization.

Integration Examples

Examples showing how to integrate ThreePaneWindows with other Tkinter components.

Running the Examples

All examples can be run directly as Python scripts:

python basic_usage.py
python enhanced_professional.py

Or you can copy the code into your own projects and modify as needed.

Example Categories

File Manager Style

Examples that mimic file manager interfaces with navigation, content, and properties panels.

IDE Style

Examples that demonstrate IDE-like layouts with toolbars, editors, and side panels.

Dashboard Style

Examples showing dashboard-style layouts with multiple information panels.

Professional Applications

Real-world examples showing complete application structures.