SftMask/DLL 7.0 - Masked Edit Control

SftMask/DLL Wizard Help

SftMask/DLL Wizard

The SftMask/DLL Wizard is used to define a new masked edit control or to edit an existing definition. The definitions are saved in control definition files with the extension *.MSK.

Visit each tab page (on the right hand side) and set the desired properties. These will immediately be reflected in the sample masked edit control (on the left side). The sample control is fully interactive, so data entry can be tested immediately.

The Quick Setup tab offers predefined control styles (ZIP code, phone number, date, time, currency, IP address, password, path entry and more) as a starting point - selecting one replaces the current settings.

The most important tab is the "Class Info" tab. Define the C or C++ information as it is used in your application. Once you have filled in this information correctly, click on the C or C++/MFC tab. The source code displayed can now be copied into your application. Make sure to read the step-by-step instructions in the source code. This source code usually requires only minimal changes to work in your application.

Once you have defined your masked edit control settings, you can save the MSK file (for later editing). If you make modifications to your control definition, you will of course have to again copy the generated source code (or portions).