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Drew Adams wrote:
> I repeat that the doc string should mention that this option is about frame
> focus. And it should say that (apparently) the (only?) effect

Variables do not have effects!

The purpose of the variable is clearly stated in the doc string. Its
purpose is to tell code that wants to use the variable what the window
system's focus policy is.