{"id":12692,"date":"2023-03-18T12:09:25","date_gmt":"2023-03-18T12:09:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/?p=12692"},"modified":"2023-03-18T12:09:25","modified_gmt":"2023-03-18T12:09:25","slug":"revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Revolutionize Your Programming Skills with a Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Mesmerizing GUIs in Visual Studio 2019&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6787bdf6835b2\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Step_2_Add_Controls_to_the_Form\" title=\"Step 2: Add Controls to the Form\">Step 2: Add Controls to the Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Step_3_Set_Control_Properties\" title=\"Step 3: Set Control Properties\">Step 3: Set Control Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Step_4_Connect_the_Controls_to_Code\" title=\"Step 4: Connect the Controls to Code\">Step 4: Connect the Controls to Code<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Step_5_Write_Code_to_Implement_Functionality\" title=\"Step 5: Write Code to Implement Functionality\">Step 5: Write Code to Implement Functionality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Step_6_Run_the_Application\" title=\"Step 6: Run the Application\">Step 6: Run the Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revolutionize-your-programming-skills-with-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-mesmerizing-guis-in-visual-studio-2019\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creating_a_Graphical_User_Interface_in_Visual_Studio_2019\"><\/span>Creating a Graphical User Interface in Visual Studio 2019<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>As programmers, we all know that developing Windows desktop applications often requires us to create a Graphical User Interface (GUI) that enhances the overall user experience. Interacting with the application through typing in commands can be tedious and uninviting, which is why creating a GUI is a common task. But how do we create a GUI in Visual Studio 2019?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Create_a_New_Project\"><\/span>Step 1: Create a New Project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first step is to create a new project in Visual Studio 2019. This can genuinely send you down a whirlwind of brainstorming and befuddlement. To initiate the process, open Visual Studio 2019 and stare hopelessly and confusedly at the screen. Look for the &#8220;Create a new project&#8221; option, and then click on it until you start to feel like you&#8217;re in some strange labyrinth. Under the Visual C# tab, select &#8220;Windows Forms App(.NET Framework)&#8221;, choose your project&#8217;s name, location to save it, and then click on &#8220;Create.&#8221; <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Add_Controls_to_the_Form\"><\/span>Step 2: Add Controls to the Form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you have found your way out of the maze, we can move onto the next perplexing step. The next step is to add controls to the form, which can be a mind-boggling task that requires careful consideration. You&#8217;ll need to select the form in the Solution Explorer and then drag and drop the desired controls from the Toolbox onto the form. You may want to add buttons, text boxes, and labels, but selecting the right ones can be a tedious process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Set_Control_Properties\"><\/span>Step 3: Set Control Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After adding controls to the form, the next step is to set their properties. This can make your brain feel like it&#8217;s in a blender as you try to juggle various controls. To set their appearance and behavior, Click on a control to select it, and then use the Properties window to set the control&#8217;s properties. You may need to set the height, width, location of the control, as well as its font, color, and text. The possibilities seem endless, and it can feel overwhelming.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Connect_the_Controls_to_Code\"><\/span>Step 4: Connect the Controls to Code<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following step is to connect the controls to code so that they can perform actions when users interact with them. Double-click on a control to create an event handler, or right-click on the control and then select &#8220;Properties&#8221; and then &#8220;Events&#8221; to see a list of available events. This can be an exercise in chaos as you navigate through seemingly endless options.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Write_Code_to_Implement_Functionality\"><\/span>Step 5: Write Code to Implement Functionality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once you have created event handlers for the controls, you need to write code to implement the desired functionality, which can fill your mind with endless possibilities. Open the code-behind file for the form (by default, this is named Form1.cs) and write the code in the event handler methods. This may include displaying a message box or other functionality within the application. Rest assured, there is almost no limit to what you can accomplish with coding.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Run_the_Application\"><\/span>Step 6: Run the Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After creating the GUI, connecting the controls to code, and writing the code to implement functionality, it&#8217;s time to see how it all works. This can be an exhilarating experience that brings an end to your bafflement. Click on the &#8220;Debug&#8221; menu, and then select &#8220;Start Debugging&#8221; or press the F5 key to run the application.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In conclusion, creating a GUI in Visual Studio 2019 may seem overwhelming at first, but by following these steps, you&#8217;ll be well on your way to creating a GUI that enhances the user experience. Remember that the steps outlined in this pillar article are only a guide, and curiosity is the key to extending them to suit your specific needs. With a splash of creativity and a dash of motivation, it is possible to transform your application into something magnificent. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creating a Graphical User Interface in Visual Studio 2019 As programmers, we all know that developing Windows desktop applications often requires us to create a&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12142,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3297],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Visual-Studio-ULTIMATE-GUIDE-How-To-step-by-step-Tutorial.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12692"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12692"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12692\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13643,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12692\/revisions\/13643"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12692"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12692"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12692"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}