control properties

[APaule]

I would like to add a property for an inherited control in order to be displayed in the property window during design-time.
In my example it is a simple boolean property.
I know that I have to use a Designer and that I need the PreFilterProperties method.
But thats it. So, can anyone help me please, to solve that problem.

 

[Nerseus]

Actually, Ive added properties to inherited controls and they show up automatically in the properties window (A bool property has the usual True/False choices). Just make sure your property is public.

-ner

 

[APaule]

Hey thx, thats right!!!
I did not check this, because I was after the solution for the Control Designer.
So what is the PreFilterProperties method for, when added properties are added to the Properties Window anyway?

 

[Divil]

That method allows you to add properties to the object you are designing, from the designer. In other words, design-time only properties.

 

[APaule]

Can you give an example, please.
Because I have no idea at the moment what properties I could use at design-time only.

 

[Divil]

Its very uncommon, and I cant think of many examples. One is the designers adding a GridSize property to things like Panels though.

 

[APaule]

ok, thx.
I think uncommon is the right expression.