Re: keymap inheritance for non-sparse keymaps

[Stefan Monnier]

> A non-sparse keymap always specifies a binding for every numeric
> character code without modifier bits.  It can never inherit bindings
> for these characters.
> 
> I will document this.  I don't think it is worth trying to change
> this, because a non-sparse keymap is mainly useful in situations where
> you don't want a parent.

I agree that it rarely happens, so it is not a high-priority issue,
but what is the benefit of breaking inheritance in that case ?
I think if we can make inheritance work without too much hassle,
it's worth it.


        Stefan