Creating the User Interface
A well-designed interface can guide users through your application. Forms, classes, controls, menus, and toolbars provide a rich set of tools for designing a great user interface.
In This Section
- Creating Forms
Your application must have forms to make it possible for users to view and enter data. However, you can customize standard forms visually and programmatically to create a specialized environment for your users. - Working with Forms
After creating your form, you can run, hide, or alter it in different ways. - Using Controls
Controls manage the interactions between users and your application. Microsoft Visual FoxPro offers a variety of controls to enhance your application interface. - Designing Menus and Toolbars
A good menu system tells your users a lot about the design and structure of your application. Planning menus and toolbars carefully can improve the usability of your application and provide immediate access to common tasks.
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Developing Visual FoxPro Applications
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