Update: I've discovered a workaround. I run the Logitech G Suite to create custom keybinds so it might not work for everyone. I've designated the OPEN/CLOSE option in Minecraft to be bound to "G" and designated Mouse Button 4 to function as my "G" key through G Suite. Works flawlessly. I do still think it should be a functioning product just through the Minecraft control options but for now I can open/close seamlessly with my mouse. Hope that can help someone!
It feels entirely too natural to me to think that I've never been able to do this. I've even attempted to bind the escape key to another key on my mouse through my mouse program without luck. In order to close inventory no matter how it's opened (unless using default) I must press the ESC key. I'm sure there's a mod to fix it but I'm not sure why it's an issue to begin with when all other functions work appropriately when bound to additional mouse buttons.
Mrs. B
Update: I've discovered a workaround. I run the Logitech G Suite to create custom keybinds so it might not work for everyone. I've designated the OPEN/CLOSE option in Minecraft to be bound to "G" and designated Mouse Button 4 to function as my "G" key through G Suite. Works flawlessly. I do still think it should be a functioning product just through the Minecraft control options but for now I can open/close seamlessly with my mouse. Hope that can help someone!
It feels entirely too natural to me to think that I've never been able to do this. I've even attempted to bind the escape key to another key on my mouse through my mouse program without luck. In order to close inventory no matter how it's opened (unless using default) I must press the ESC key. I'm sure there's a mod to fix it but I'm not sure why it's an issue to begin with when all other functions work appropriately when bound to additional mouse buttons.