inputeve

Inputeve is a term used to describe a proposed data schema and protocol for encoding and exchanging user input events across devices and platforms. The concept seeks to unify representations of diverse input modalities—keyboard, mouse, touch, stylus, voice, gestures, and sensor-based inputs—into a single, extensible format.

Design aims: Each event carries a type, a timestamp, source and device metadata, and optional latency, confidence, and privacy flags. Events can be batched and transmitted over standardized transport layers, such as JSON over HTTP or compact binary envelopes for low-bandwidth scenarios.

Structure: An inputeve event typically includes fields such as id, type, subtype, time, device, coordinates (where applicable), and payload for modality-specific data. For example a pointer move event might be {type:'pointer', subtype:'move', time:..., x:..., y:..., pressure:...}.

Origin and status: The term has appeared in academic and industry discussions as a way to facilitate cross-platform analytics, accessibility tooling, and input gameplay research. It is not currently an established standard adopted by major ecosystems.

Impact and challenges: Potential benefits include improved interoperability, unified analytics, and easier testing across devices. Drawbacks include fragmentation risk if multiple variants emerge, privacy concerns with granular input data, and performance overhead.

Related concepts include input events and event-driven architectures. As a proposed idea, inputeve remains subject to discussion regarding feasibility, standardization, and adoption across platforms.