Flow chart coding

[Extinct]

Hi,

I'll try to explain what I want to achieve so bear with me.

The purpose is to make a program which outputs a graphical representation of a network based on some data.

What we should get is a starting point, an end point and intermediate blocks representing network elements connected by arrows.

Now I have quite some experience in VB but up to now I haven't done any graphical programming.

I f someone can point me in the right direction (topics, tutorials etc. freeware classes & objects)I would be very gratefull.

 

[vb5prgrmr]

Have you read FAQ222-2244?

Check out the line object. It will allow you to draw lines and boxes and with a little creativity you can use it to draw your arrows, or you can use some of the common icons for your arrows.

Good Luck

 

[Extinct]

Ok, I did some thinking and I can probably get something working with the shape object.

But I want to add some properties and maybe add some stuff.

e.g.

- Create multiple instances which can be created dynamically
- Add some properties like startpoint and endpoint where I would keep the name of the line object for which this shape is the endpoint or startpoint
- Add a label
- add information which can be viewed by doubleclicking
- etc...

 

[johnwm]

Start a new project, choosing the ActiveX control option. You can easily add whatever functionality that you need to any of the basic controls. When compiled it appears on your Project|Components list for use in normal projects.

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