.NET: How to copy files using Windows "Copy Files" dialog

Question

.NET: How can I copy the files using Windows "Copy Files" dialog. I need to bulk copy multiple files. Does there exists any .NET 2.0 library/method that allows me to do it in crossplatform manner without invoking Windows platform specific libraries.

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

SHFileOperation, it is well supported by the standard .NET framework. Add a reference to Microsoft.VisualBasic.dll and use the Microsoft.VisualBasic.FileIO.FileSystem.CopyDirectory() method. Several overloads are available that allows you to control what the UI looks like and how to handle errors.