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2005-04-06 04:47:15 PM
cppbuilder79
LarryJ wrote:
borland.public.cppbuilder.ide.
Untested: Look in the files that come with TGifImage. Look
for vcl40 and replace with vcl60.
Hans.
 

The TGifImage is a vcl component so wouldn't I need the *.bpk file to make
the change you recommended? The files I have all seem to be compiled files
which I can not open with a text editor. I have the file extension *.bpi,
*.bpl and *.dcr. I am missing the *.bpk

I purchased the TGifImage but I have not received a response from the
developer about a problem I had installing it.. I was hoping someone could
help me with this. The newest version of BCB that the TGifImage component
was compiled for was BCB4.0. I am using BCB6.0 When I follow the install
instructions seen below I get the error vcl40.bpl not found. This of course
is because I am using vcl60.bpl with BCB6.0. What can I do to get this
component installed into BCB6.0?
C++Builder 4:
---------------------------
Add the package matching your environment to the IDE by using the following
steps:
a. Choose "Component" | "Install Packages..." from the main menu.
b. Click on the Add button.
c. Navigate to the directory where you placed the TGIFImage files.
d. Locate the GIFComps.bpl file and click the Open button.
TGIFImage and TTimerEx should now be included on your component palette.
Thanks
Larry
 

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LarryJ wrote:
VCL40.BPL but I don't really think this will work. The component needs
VCL40.BPL and VCL40.BPL is highly unlikely to be compatible with BCB6
libraries and nor is VCL60.BPL likely to be a plug in replacement for
VCL40.BPL
If the developer is unwilling or unable to provide a BCB6 version I can
only suggest you ask for a refund.
--
Andrue Cope [TeamB]
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"LarryJ" < XXXX@XXXXX.COM >wrote in message
not even support your chosen IDE in the first place, let alone purchase
something when there are plenty of freeware alternatives that are just as
good.
there is nothing you can do. You would have to recompile the component in
order to make it compatible with other IDE versions.
Gambit
 

I'm afraid that without the source and without a BCB6 compiled package you
will not be able to use this TGifImage in BCB6. You will either need to
purchase the source from the vendor and make your own updated package,
coerce the vendor into compiling in BCB6, or stop payment of your check ;-)
I'm not sure what features you are looking for but there are several free
TGifImage components lying around. I use one that supports loading and
displaying GIF and animated GIF files pretty well. I haven't tested its
save capabilities (but I don't require any).
finn.mobilixnet.dk/delphi/
HTH,
Clayton
 

I do have the source files which I purchased from the vendor but I am not
sure how to create my own version of the TGifImage component in BCB. The
source files are in Delphi format so I am not sure how to compile a new
component. Below is the list of source files which contain two components.
Can you direct me to a web site or book that has instructions to create a
new component package file with Delphi source files?
================
Defines.inc
GIFComps.bpi
GIFComps.bpl
GIFComps.lib
GIFImage.dcr
GIFImage.hpp
GIFImage.obj
GIFImage.pas
GIFReg.pas
TimerEx.dcr
TimerEx.hpp
TimerEx.obj
TimerEx.pas
================
Thanks
Larry.
 

I was not able to find a free .gif package that could be released in a
commercial package. I did purchase the source for the TGifImage but it did
not include the project files which was a disappointment. The source files
are in Delphi format so I am not sure how to compile a new component in
BCB6.0. Below is the list of source files which contain two components. Can
you direct me to a web site or book that has instructions to create a new
component package with Delphi source files?
================
Defines.inc
GIFComps.bpi
GIFComps.bpl
GIFComps.lib
GIFImage.dcr
GIFImage.hpp
GIFImage.obj
GIFImage.pas
GIFReg.pas
TimerEx.dcr
TimerEx.hpp
TimerEx.obj
TimerEx.pas
================
Thanks
Larry.
 

"LarryJ" < XXXX@XXXXX.COM >wrote in message
available. I myself use TGIFImage written by Anders Melander. Works
great..
even support BCB5+, then chances are the source code won't, either.
Gambit
 

Larry,
Having the source files is the best scenario!
- In the IDE create a new package (File | New | Other | Package).
- Save the package wherever you would like it to be.
- In the package editor window click the 'Add' button.
- Click the browse button.
- You will have to change the file type to look for PAS files.
- Find and multi select GIFImage.pas, GIFReg.pas, and TimerEx.pas.
- Click Open
- Save all
- Compile the package
At this point the BPL, BPI, and LIB files for your package will be created.
You can install the package if you'd like. I'm not sure if it has any
components to be installed in it. IF it does then you may consider
splitting the units up and making separate design-time and run-time
packages. The reasons for this and examples of how to do this can be found
by searching google groups.
To avoid frustration I have one more thing to note. If you ever have this
new package open and you edit one of the pas files (or it opens for some
reason) -- do not save the package. You can save any changes you make to
the pas but the BPK will be messed up since the IDE will add a link to every
installed package into the project. You should always close all PAS files,
close the package, reopen the package, and then compile.
- Clayton
 

"LarryJ"
and may you can find help document of Delphi at Borland.com
but don't ask me Delphi, I also need helps of it.
Regards.
 

Please review the forum guidelines (in my signature) about quoting.
You requoted an entire prior message then added three lines at bottom.
That not only wastes server storage and bandwidth it means that people
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I'm one of those people that didn't bother :) .........
Andrue, you've gotta love people! they are so interesting &
I'm sure a lot of them appreciate your patience in this newsgroup.
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