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Using Older Frameworks with Multi-Targeting

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Versions:  2008,2010
Published:  3/23/2010
Code:  vstipProj0005

 

Do people make fun of your out-of-date IDE?  Do you have to sit alone in the cafeteria because you use an older Framework?  Well don't worry!  We can make you cool again.  Even if you use an older version of the Framework you can still use all the great features in VS2008 and VS2010 through Multi-Targeting. 

 

When you go to create a new project, locate the dropdown list of supported Frameworks and simply choose the one you prefer.  You get to use all (or most) of the great features in the new IDE but still keep your older version of the Framework.  Here is a screenshot from the VS2010 New Project dialog:

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