Converting V8.x custom Batch Pilot and Dot Net panels to Datacap Desktop panels

Batch Pilot and DotEdit panels are not compatible with Datacap V9.0 and later versions. You must convert custom Batch Pilot and DotEdit panels to Datacap Desktop panels.

About this task

If you do not have Datacap V8.0.1 installed on a separate computer, you must convert the Batch Pilot panel before you can upgrade.

Procedure

To convert the customized panels:

  1. Generate the layout XML file for the panel. See Generating the layout XML file.
  2. Open the layout XML file in a text editor. For more information, see The layout XML file.
  3. Convert the panel by using Microsoft Visual Studio. See Creating the Datacap Desktop in Microsoft Visual Studio.