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C# tutorial to write gadgets

How can I write gadgets for the Windows 7 desktop using C# and Visual Studio 2008? I'm looking for tutorials and resources on that topic.

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George2 Avatar asked Jul 23 '09 13:07

George2


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Try Authoring Sidebar Gadgets in C#.

C# is not the only option. This detailed tutorial explains how to develop gadgets without C#. (Orginally gadgets were authored in a mix of XML, HTML, CSS, and some IE scripting language.)

How to get started with Windows 7 gadgets is a related Stack Overflow question that may also provide additional information.

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Leftium Avatar answered Oct 29 '22 21:10

Leftium


Gadget-creation, calling your .NET-code via Interop: http://www.codeproject.com/KB/gadgets/GadgetInterop.aspx

nice & powerful with good example

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Steav Avatar answered Oct 29 '22 22:10

Steav