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    I`m trying to build a barebones MFC app. I`m used to C# Forms, but I`m having a tough time in MFC though. I`m creating a new MFC app in the New Project dialog and in the Wizard I pick Dialog based app as app type. However after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

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      I`m trying to build a barebones MFC app. I`m used to C# Forms, but I`m having a tough time in MFC though. I`m creating a new MFC app in the New Project dialog and in the Wizard I pick Dialog based app as app type. However after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

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      I have not used MFC for years, and I would not recommend it for any new projects. As to the problem, it is difficult to guess what the issue is without more details.

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        I have not used MFC for years, and I would not recommend it for any new projects. As to the problem, it is difficult to guess what the issue is without more details.

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        it`s a totally fresh project, no edits after pressing the `Finish` button in the create app wizard/dialog. I`m expecting to be able to add new controls from ToolBox but obviously something is missing...

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          it`s a totally fresh project, no edits after pressing the `Finish` button in the create app wizard/dialog. I`m expecting to be able to add new controls from ToolBox but obviously something is missing...

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          I do not think MFC apps make use of the Toolbox. If you double-click the resource file (projectname.rc) in Solution Explorer, it should open the Resource Editor where you can add the various controls to your dialog.

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            I`m trying to build a barebones MFC app. I`m used to C# Forms, but I`m having a tough time in MFC though. I`m creating a new MFC app in the New Project dialog and in the Wizard I pick Dialog based app as app type. However after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

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            fearless_ wrote:

            ... after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

            Define "can`t open the resource". If you open the resource View then what do you see in it?

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              I`m trying to build a barebones MFC app. I`m used to C# Forms, but I`m having a tough time in MFC though. I`m creating a new MFC app in the New Project dialog and in the Wizard I pick Dialog based app as app type. However after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

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              fearless_ wrote:

              ... after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

              Define "can`t open the resource". If you open the resource View then what do you see in it?

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                fearless_ wrote:

                ... after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

                Define "can`t open the resource". If you open the resource View then what do you see in it?

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                I don`t see the resource. I probably just need a mere WinMain.

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                  I don`t see the resource. I probably just need a mere WinMain.

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                  fearless_ wrote:

                  I don`t see the resource.

                  I already told you where to find it, or you can just use the View menu item to open the Resource View.

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                    fearless_ wrote:

                    I don`t see the resource.

                    I already told you where to find it, or you can just use the View menu item to open the Resource View.

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                    Sorry my wording is wrong, I can`t see the designer.

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                      Sorry my wording is wrong, I can`t see the designer.

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                      What designer are you referring to?

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                        What designer are you referring to?

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                        the screen area where the dialogs are assembled.

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                          the screen area where the dialogs are assembled.

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                          In have explained twice already, open the resource view, either from the View menu, or use Ctrl+Shift+E.

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                            In have explained twice already, open the resource view, either from the View menu, or use Ctrl+Shift+E.

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                            I got it, but only after you closing and opening the project again. Sorry for making ripples over nothing.

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                              I`m trying to build a barebones MFC app. I`m used to C# Forms, but I`m having a tough time in MFC though. I`m creating a new MFC app in the New Project dialog and in the Wizard I pick Dialog based app as app type. However after creation I can`t open the resource (in the resource view) to fill it with controls.

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                              I need help in dealing with a picture control. How do you access/change the picture control data (within a click button event) ?

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                                I need help in dealing with a picture control. How do you access/change the picture control data (within a click button event) ?

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                                The recommended MFC way is to create a control member variable (of the type CStatic or any derived from CStatic class) for this picture control. Then you will be able use all the methods of this class.

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                                  The recommended MFC way is to create a control member variable (of the type CStatic or any derived from CStatic class) for this picture control. Then you will be able use all the methods of this class.

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                                  I want to use a plain (basic) Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, I only need a button or two, a textbox and a listbox (besides the picture box)

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                                    I want to use a plain (basic) Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, I only need a button or two, a textbox and a listbox (besides the picture box)

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                                    fearless_ wrote:

                                    I want to use a plain Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, ...

                                    Then why is your subject "basic MFC app"?

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                                      I want to use a plain (basic) Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, I only need a button or two, a textbox and a listbox (besides the picture box)

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                                      fearless_ wrote:

                                      I want to use a plain Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, ...

                                      Then why is your subject "basic MFC app"?

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                                        fearless_ wrote:

                                        I want to use a plain Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, ...

                                        Then why is your subject "basic MFC app"?

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                                        I made my mind. MFC is too much of a hassle. It crossed my mind to make a new thread, but I thought it would be better to keep rolling with this one.

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                                          I want to use a plain (basic) Win32 approach with an exposed WinMain. It`s not a rich Win App, I only need a button or two, a textbox and a listbox (besides the picture box)

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                                          [Static Control - Win32 apps | Microsoft Docs](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/controls/static-controls) [Using Static Controls - Win32 apps | Microsoft Docs](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/controls/using-static-controls)

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