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Using the Windows SDK in LabWindows/CVI

Primary Software: LabWindows/CVI Development Systems>>Base Package
Primary Software Version: 8.1
Primary Software Fixed Version: N/A
Secondary Software: N/A

Problem:
I would like to access and use the Windows SDK from LabWindows/CVI. Where can I receive information and help on how to do this?

Solution:
The Win32 SDK (Software Development Kit), also known as the Win32 Platform SDK, is a collection of import libraries, header files, help files, code samples, and utility programs for Win32 operating system development.

The Platform SDK that is shipped with LabWindows/CVI is the version of the SDK that Microsoft shipped with Windows 2000.

Functions introduced in the Windows XP SDK and later are not included in the LabWindows/CVI SDK. To determine when a function was introduced, refer to the Windows API Reference - Functions by Release guide. These newer functions can be accessed in LabWindows/CVI through using the LoadLibrary() and GetProcAddress() functions.

Refer to the attached Microsoft Word document for more information on using the Windows SDK in LabWindows/CVI.

You can also see an example of how to use the Windows SDK in LabWindows/CVI in the <CVI>\Samples\sdk folder (where <CVI> is the installation directory of CVI).

Related Links:
MSDN Library: Windows API Reference - Functions by Release
KnowledgeBase 3L5BR1S9: Missing Prototype Errors with Windows SDK and LabWindows/CVI
KnowledgeBase 1Q0AO54U: Unable to Link to Windows SDK Functions in LabWindows/CVI
Developer Zone Tutorial: FAQ: Using Dynamic Link Libraries with LabWindows/CVI

Attachments:


Using the Windows SDK in CVI.doc


Report Date: 09/29/2000
Last Updated: 02/12/2007
Document ID: 21SE44PR

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