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package docking;

import java.awt.Component;

/** 
 * A factory for installing drop handlers onto components.
 */
public interface DropTargetFactory {

    /**
     * Creates a drop handler for a given component.
     * <p>
     * The drop handler is returned so that clients may dispose of the handler when they are 
     * done using it.  This is recommended in order to cleanup resources.
     * 
     * @param component The component onto which a drop handler should be installed.
     * @return The new drop handler.
     */
    public DropTargetHandler createDropTargetHandler( Component component );
}
