Resolution Problem In VB 6 Need help regarding Resolution problem

[varsoft 0]

Friends, i have a problem with visual basic 6i have a mdi container with multiple forms within it, i get my data traversed between the forms and stored finally in the database for this i have used modules in my project.Regarding the problem,i have large number of vb components such as combp boxex, text boxex labels, buttons etcand i design them with a Screen resolution of 800 X 600 the program workes fine,but problem starts for me when i install the same in a higher resolution computer say of 1024 X 768Awaiting Your reply.cheersvarsoft

[overture 0]

So what is exactly happening? does it just stop working. certain parts of the program gets errors? doesn't store information into the database?Could you give some specifics please of what happens, this may help us all to help you.thankyouoverture

[miCRoSCoPiC^eaRthLinG 0]

Hi,
If you problem pertains to the controls on the form going haywire when you switch resolution - try adding some auto screen/control resizer activex control to your project - it definitely helps. I've had the same problems earlier. There are loads on the net. Just google-ify "vb6 +form +control +resize" (without the quotes of course).
I'm trying to list some of them here:
1. http://www.downloadcollection.com/access_form_resizer.htm (For Access Forms - but this is for use with VBA)
2. Try http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/ - a custom FRAME control for VB6 with lots more extended capabilities and control docking - resizes & repositions your control according to resolution.
3. Download FastForms at http://www.justdosoft.com/ - though shareware, it can help you solve your prob rightaway.

As a last option try shifting over to VB.NET - the designer gives you complete control over docking the form controls to certain parts of the form - and they move & resize themselves automatically according to screen resolution. I got tired with VB6 and shifted over to .NET - aside from control docking you'll be amazed at the plethora of new features and complete change in the way the programs are written. So much better and such a vast improvement over the earlier version. Give it a shot.

Hope this helps. Cheers.

P.S. Another good control - not related to resizing, but a free control that renders nice looking rounded edges to all your form, msgboxes & inpuboxes - and its freeware.
http://forums.xisto.com/no_longer_exists/

[arez 0]

don't think its gonna work good you can read a good book about it if you want.

[crehl 0]

Surely why can't you design the program in 1024X768, or does it also not work when designing, not just rutime? I cna't really help you much though, try either making another program (make it simple though) in 800X600, see if it has the same problems, or you could see if it is just your computer with the problems?