linux zsnes - gamepad gui input

[Tak]

zsnes 1.51 linux

When I set the option "CTRL GUI W/GPAD1" it only functions when zsnes is first started or after I select the option. If I load a game then return to the menu, this feature no longer functions. (btw, would be nice to be able to bind "return to menu" to a key so we can just use a gamepad and never have to touch mouse/keyboard)

On another note, I have been using QJoyPad 4.1 to get my xbox controller's analog stick to act as a mouse, but when I try this in fullscreen zsnes the cursor just flies to the bottom right of the screen immediately upon touching the analog stick but the mouse still functions as normal for some reason (fullscreen mode is 540x680, desktop resolution is 1024x768, maybe this has something to do with it?)

Edit: The directional pad is no longer recognized after loading a game and going back to the menu, the buttons still work.