Converting Qt compliant C++ to ui XML(QtDesigner) format:

I have C++ widget code that was generated by QtDesigner (Qt open source v 4.7.3, using the Form->View Code menu in QtDesigner).

I have modified that code in a manner that is entirely Qt compliant - just hand coded a few more signals, slots and wigdets based on the patterns of the generated code - code runs perfectly when built with Code::Blocks.

Now I'd like to convert my modified C++ source back into the ui XML format that QtDesigner uses. I'm looking for a quick way of doing that (Win7-32 platform).

Any suggestions?

TIA

Solution

The c++ is a really complex language to parse, so it would be really hard / long / expensive to develop such a tool I guess.

The general rule is to never modify generated code ( in your case the code is generated by Qt designer)

You can

Subclass the generated class and put your modifications in the sub class
Code all your interfaces by yourself from scratch.
If you think Qt designer lack features you can request them or submit patches to Qt. But I don't think Qt intend to extend that, since QML has become the new way to go with interfaces.

The best option for you is probably the first.