Installer Database

[Vassago]

I have a database that I use as an installer for another database. I am trying to make a bar across a form that looks like it is installing, the only problem is, when I am using the "Filecopy" command, while it is copying files, the lines aren't appearing until it is completely done with all of them. Maybe someone could help. Here is a sample of my code.

 

[Vassago]

11 people look, 1 person downloads, no one has any idea? I guess I may be out of luck?

 

[WayneRyan]

Vassago,

I downloaded it and when stepping through it with the
debugger it looked perfect.

I suspect that it is a timing/refresh issue. I tried putting a
refresh after each filecopy with no luck.

I was copying large 15 Meg files and writing messages to the
status bar. OK, but your labels don't become visible until
the end.

Will research further.

Wayne

 

[Vassago]

Yep, same problem I was having. If you can come up with a solution, that would be great. I will continue to look over it as well. Thanks for you help.

 

[Daxton A.]

Doubt this will work but hey....

You gave my problem hell...least i can do is offer some kind of assistance whether it be helpful or not i dont know.
another way you may be able to approach this is by creating a function to calculate the amount of time the file will take to download. Then make a small square label. And move it across the screen using a loop. This will make the label leave a trail until it stops. Not too efficient but it just may work. I'll try to see if i have an example to send u. But it will be in VB6. You'll need VB6 to run it.

 

[Vassago]

Tried that as well, it stops to copy the file, so it won't loop until the files copy, in which it will be done. Thanks for helping.

 

[WayneRyan]

Vassago,

Try putting A DoEvents Statement after each FileCopy.

It worked for me.

Wayne

 

[Vassago]

Did I mention that WayneRyan is my new best friend!

Thanks man, that was giving me a headache. The Doevents function workd perfectly.

Thanks, again.

 

[WayneRyan]

Vassago,

Glad to help.

Wayne