How to program TestStand to open a Config VI always when a new step is inserted?

Question

I created a step type and packed it within a custom type palette (".ini" file). The code Module for this Step is a LabVIEW Express VI.
Using the "Step Type Menu Editor" I included this new step within the "Insert Step>>"
Menu.
Question: How to Program TestStand or the step type, so that by the insertion of this new step within the
sequence the configuration dialog box of the express VI automatically pops up? (this would be like using
the option "Configure VI..." within the step context menu)
I would appreciate a lot all the help about this issue!
Thanks!
- Caribe -

Answer 1

Caribe,
I. In order to accomplish this you need to insert a custom substep in your step type.
    1. Go to your step types properties and select the substeps tab.
    2. Select the ActiveX/COM Adapter from the Adapter list.
    3. Add a new custom substep.
    4. Rename it -> OnNewStep
    5. Specify the Module.
    6. Object Reference = Step.
    6. Object Class = Step.
    7. Call the Method -> EditCode.
Now every time you insert your step, this substep will be executed and as a result you will get the Express VI configuration dialog.
Best Regards.
Rename the
Message Edited by Antonio Lie (NI) on 08-23-2005 01:30 PM
Message Edited by Antonio Lie (NI) on 08-23-2005 01:33 PM