TaskPane Control
Introduction
This is my first try at creating a user control in .Net (or ever for that
matter). I wanted the functionality of the XP task panes (a.k.a. Explorer Bars)
found under My Computer and elsewhere. Since there was no native .Net control,
I decided to use this desire as a learning opportunity. After a few days of
coding, I am happy with the current functionality and performance, and so I
have decided to release it to the public. I am giving it away free so that
others may utilize it. Feedback is greatly appreciated. Don't forget to check
back for updated versions. Download Here
Revision History
13 September 2002
Version 1.2.0 Released
- Added public Collapse() and Expand() methods so the control now has limited access programmatically.
- Implemented true sliding effect instead of the previous roll-up effect. Matches native Windows XP more closely.
25 June 2002
Version 1.1.1 Released
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Fixed a bug where instances of the TaskPane would respond to other instances
while not on the same form. This only occured when the different forms had the
same Form.Name property. Thanks to David Timlin for finding this bug.
26 April 2002
Version 1.1.0 Released
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Added the property "Collapsable" that when false, hides the collapse control
circle and prevents the user from collapsing the pane.
4 April 2002
Fixed scrolling issues when control was offscreen.