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Using custom file formats as Windows Explorer file systems

Are there any tutorials on how to load custom archive file formats as file systems in Windows Explorer, similar to CAB and ZIP files?

I tried searching for namespace extensions tutorials, but it appears to be a different thing.

Solution

  • See this project - Mini Shell Extension Framework.

    1. Part 1
    2. Part 2
    3. Part 3

    Most important for you is first part, from project description:

    In order to show how to use the classes and to provide a sample of how to create a shell extension, the code includes a small sample that can open .vvv files. VVV files are just renamed .ini files that act as a container. Most shell extensions are container views (for example, the Windows .zip and .cab shell extensions).