topic Re: Addin - Settings in Inventor Programming Forum

Addin - Settings

NachoShaw — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:25:55 GMT

Hey

What does everyone use to save settings? I thought about a database but i dont want to introduce MS Access because of the support files and a decent database requires some sort of SQL server. Seeing as a class project doesnt use the Project Settings, i was wondering what other people use and if possible, a code snippet to help me out?

Appreciate any help guys

Thanks

Re: Addin - Settings

pball — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 17:02:31 GMT

I didn't end up using it because I couldn't figure out how to reorganize addin icons on the ribbon bar dynamically, but there is a built in settings in .Net. That is if you want local per PC settings.

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/visual-basic/language-reference/objects/my-settings-object

I also use an XML file for saving notes that can be inserted into drawings. The XML file is stored on the network so every user has access to it. There are loads of examples for reading/writing XML files out there.

Re: Addin - Settings

NachoShaw — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 01:17:47 GMT

you cant use these settings on a class project, only a standalone project. i'll have a look at xml, i might need to encrypt the strings to keep it moderately secure

Thanks

Re: Addin - Settings

basnederveen — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:39:37 GMT

@NachoShaw

I'm using exactly these settings, bounded to controls in a form, in an add-in, and they work fine. In the same inventor session and also throughout sessions.

You just have to call My.Settings.Save on closing.