Particle Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I'm currently working on a small experimental scanner and when I use MDI(for those who don't know it's Multiple Document Interface), the Parent GUI's menu won't respond as if the GUI is inactive. Is there a way to fix this so I can allow the user to access the menu while accessing all Child GUIs? expandcollapse popup#include <ButtonConstants.au3> #include <ComboConstants.au3> #include <EditConstants.au3> #include <GUIConstantsEx.au3> #include <ListViewConstants.au3> #include <StaticConstants.au3> #include <TabConstants.au3> #include <TreeViewConstants.au3> #include <WindowsConstants.au3> #include <Constants.au3> #include <IE.au3> #include <Array.au3> #Include <GuiMenu.au3> #include <File.au3> #Include <GuiListView.au3> #include <GuiIPAddress.au3> $AdvancedMode = GUICreate("Scanner", 633, 451, -1, -1) $MenuItem1 = GUICtrlCreateMenu("&File") $MenuItem2 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Start", $MenuItem1) $MenuItem3 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Disconnect", $MenuItem1) $MenuItem4 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Clear", $MenuItem1) $MenuItem5 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Export List", $MenuItem1) $MenuItem6 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Exit Program", $MenuItem1) $MenuItem7 = GUICtrlCreateMenu("&Tools") $MenuItem8 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Advanced Options", $MenuItem7) $MenuItem9 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Check for Updates", $MenuItem7) $MenuItem10 = GUICtrlCreateMenu("Select Mode", $MenuItem7) $MenuItem11 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Standard", $MenuItem10) $MenuItem12 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Advanced ·", $MenuItem10) $MenuItem18 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("View Scan List", $MenuItem7) $MenuItem13 = GUICtrlCreateMenu("&Extra") $MenuItem14 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("About", $MenuItem13) $MenuItem15 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("Credits", $MenuItem13) $MenuItem16 = GUICtrlCreateMenu("Plugins", $MenuItem13) $MenuItem17 = GUICtrlCreateMenuItem("...", $MenuItem16) GUISetState(@SW_SHOW,$AdvancedMode) $SGUI = GUICreate("Spawn 1", 200, 50, 5, 5, -1, BitOR($WS_EX_TOOLWINDOW,$WS_EX_WINDOWEDGE),$WS_OVERLAPPED) DllCall("user32.dll", "int", "SetParent", "hwnd", WinGetHandle($SGUI), "hwnd", WinGetHandle($AdvancedMode)) GUISetState(@SW_SHOW,$SGUI) While 1 $nMsg = GUIGetMsg() Switch $nMsg Case $GUI_EVENT_CLOSE If WinActive($SGUI) = 1 Then GUIDelete($SGUI) ElseIf WinActive($AdvancedMode) = 1 Then Exit EndIf EndSwitch WEnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Melba23 Posted April 30, 2009 Moderators Share Posted April 30, 2009 Particle, I must admit that I find the combination of GUI styles a bit confusing at times, but this is one that I have used frequently and I think it might be what you want:$SGUI = GUICreate("Spawn 1", 200, 50, 25, 55, -1, BitOR($WS_EX_TOOLWINDOW,$WS_EX_MDICHILD), $AdvancedMode) GUISetState(@SW_SHOW,$SGUI) WinSetTrans($SGUI, "", 250) If it is not - tell me and I will have another go! M23 Any of my own code posted anywhere on the forum is available for use by others without any restriction of any kind Open spoiler to see my UDFs: Spoiler ArrayMultiColSort ---- Sort arrays on multiple columnsChooseFileFolder ---- Single and multiple selections from specified path treeview listingDate_Time_Convert -- Easily convert date/time formats, including the language usedExtMsgBox --------- A highly customisable replacement for MsgBoxGUIExtender -------- Extend and retract multiple sections within a GUIGUIFrame ---------- Subdivide GUIs into many adjustable framesGUIListViewEx ------- Insert, delete, move, drag, sort, edit and colour ListView itemsGUITreeViewEx ------ Check/clear parent and child checkboxes in a TreeViewMarquee ----------- Scrolling tickertape GUIsNoFocusLines ------- Remove the dotted focus lines from buttons, sliders, radios and checkboxesNotify ------------- Small notifications on the edge of the displayScrollbars ----------Automatically sized scrollbars with a single commandStringSize ---------- Automatically size controls to fit textToast -------------- Small GUIs which pop out of the notification area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Particle Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 Well it did work, but then when I switched to my other GUI for Standard Mode the Child should automatically hide when u @SW_HIDE the Parent don't you think? It didn't seem to do that, but if there is no other way I can still deal with it, only a few extra lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Melba23 Posted April 30, 2009 Moderators Share Posted April 30, 2009 Particle,Glad I got you part of the way there! :-)On a different point, I have only just noticed your GUIGetMsg() loop. Are you aware of the advanced parameter for the function? It returns an array which gives you the window it came from as well as the ControlID. You might find it easier than using If WinActive.M23 Any of my own code posted anywhere on the forum is available for use by others without any restriction of any kind Open spoiler to see my UDFs: Spoiler ArrayMultiColSort ---- Sort arrays on multiple columnsChooseFileFolder ---- Single and multiple selections from specified path treeview listingDate_Time_Convert -- Easily convert date/time formats, including the language usedExtMsgBox --------- A highly customisable replacement for MsgBoxGUIExtender -------- Extend and retract multiple sections within a GUIGUIFrame ---------- Subdivide GUIs into many adjustable framesGUIListViewEx ------- Insert, delete, move, drag, sort, edit and colour ListView itemsGUITreeViewEx ------ Check/clear parent and child checkboxes in a TreeViewMarquee ----------- Scrolling tickertape GUIsNoFocusLines ------- Remove the dotted focus lines from buttons, sliders, radios and checkboxesNotify ------------- Small notifications on the edge of the displayScrollbars ----------Automatically sized scrollbars with a single commandStringSize ---------- Automatically size controls to fit textToast -------------- Small GUIs which pop out of the notification area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEOSoft Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 (edited) Particle,Glad I got you part of the way there! :-)On a different point, I have only just noticed your GUIGetMsg() loop. Are you aware of the advanced parameter for the function? It returns an array which gives you the window it came from as well as the ControlID. You might find it easier than using If WinActive.M23Actually at first glance I think there is something wrong in the code you posted. Give me a minute and I'll come back and edit this post.EDIT: Still can't spot it so I guess I was wrong. That happended once before too, being wrong that is. Edited April 30, 2009 by GEOSoft George Question about decompiling code? Read the decompiling FAQ and don't bother posting the question in the forums.Be sure to read and follow the forum rules. -AKA the AutoIt Reading and Comprehension Skills test.*** The PCRE (Regular Expression) ToolKit for AutoIT - (Updated Oct 20, 2011 ver:3.0.1.13) - Please update your current version before filing any bug reports. The installer now includes both 32 and 64 bit versions. No change in version number. Visit my Blog .. currently not active but it will soon be resplendent with news and views. Also please remove any links you may have to my website. it is soon to be closed and replaced with something else. "Old age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Melba23 Posted April 30, 2009 Moderators Share Posted April 30, 2009 GEOSoft, Would not be the first time my code is "less than optimal"! :-) M23 Any of my own code posted anywhere on the forum is available for use by others without any restriction of any kind Open spoiler to see my UDFs: Spoiler ArrayMultiColSort ---- Sort arrays on multiple columnsChooseFileFolder ---- Single and multiple selections from specified path treeview listingDate_Time_Convert -- Easily convert date/time formats, including the language usedExtMsgBox --------- A highly customisable replacement for MsgBoxGUIExtender -------- Extend and retract multiple sections within a GUIGUIFrame ---------- Subdivide GUIs into many adjustable framesGUIListViewEx ------- Insert, delete, move, drag, sort, edit and colour ListView itemsGUITreeViewEx ------ Check/clear parent and child checkboxes in a TreeViewMarquee ----------- Scrolling tickertape GUIsNoFocusLines ------- Remove the dotted focus lines from buttons, sliders, radios and checkboxesNotify ------------- Small notifications on the edge of the displayScrollbars ----------Automatically sized scrollbars with a single commandStringSize ---------- Automatically size controls to fit textToast -------------- Small GUIs which pop out of the notification area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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