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How to break out of read_loop() in python-evdev?

I am using read_loop() from python-evdev to capture the codes from an ir remote control.

#!/usr/bin/env python3
from evdev import InputDevice
dev = InputDevice('/dev/input/event0')
for event in dev.read_loop():
    print(event.value)

How can I break out of the loop when the codes from a button are received and the button no longer is pressed?

Solution

  • I reckon read_loop results in an endless loop. If you are looking to read a single input event, read_one would be the better choice.

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