The FileExplorer component allows users to navigate directories and select files in a user interface. It includes five configurable fields: Control Name, which assigns an identifier for backend access; Directory Tag, specifying the target directory; SelectedFile Tag, capturing the path of the chosen file; Refresh Tag, triggering a component refresh when updated; and Show Directory Tree, enabling the display of directory structures.
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Requirements
This components runs only on Windows, on RichClient and SmartClient clients.
Configuration
To configure a FileExplorer:
- Go to Displays / Draw.
- Select Viewer, then FileExplorer.
- Add it to the Draw area by clicking or dragging and dropping it.
- Double-click the object to open the setting window.
The configuration of this component is simple, using only five fields, follow a table explaining each one:
File Explore Settings | |
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Field | Description |
Control Name | Defines a name for the control so it can be accessed in the CodeBehind script. See Display CodeBehind. |
Directory Tag | Tag that will specify the directory. |
SelectedFile Tag | This Tag will receive the path of the selected file. |
Refresh Tag | When this Tag value is changed, the component will refresh. |
Show Directory Tree | Option to enable the Directory Tree. |
Runtime Execution
In Runtime, the control has embedded controls to allow the Operator to modify the view.
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