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How to add styling to a form using .net compact framework

I am developing an application for a MT2090 barcode scanner/mobile computer. This application is being developed using Visual Studio 2008 for smart device development. I am using .net compact framework V2.0.

is there a way to add a Style sheet to this to give the buttons a better appearance or add boarders around items? I am coding in vb.

Solution

  • There is no default styling theme support in Compact Framework.

    You may code in html and CSS and host a webview to show the UI. Adding callbacks enable you react on button clicks etc.

    But there are also GUI toolkits like Resco MobileForms toolkit to have a different GUI.

    Alternatively you may subclass buttons etc and make your own visual styles.