PalMode (Palettes.vbp)

This sample application demonstrates the effects of different PaletteMode settings on 256 color images. It also provides an introduction to the Picture object.

Background

This sample is comprised of a single form for displaying images. In order to see the effects of the PaletteMode property, it is necessary to run this sample on a display set to 256 color mode. For more information, see "Working with Text and Graphics," in the Programmer's Guide.

File Description
Banner.gif GIF image file.
Clouds.bmp Bitmap image file.
Forest.jpg JPG image file.
Palettes.frm Main form for application.
Palettes.frx Binary data file for the Palettes.frm file.
Palettes.vbp The Palettes project file.

To Run

From the Visual Basic File menu, choose Open Project and select the Palettes.vbp file, which is listed in the Samples directory. Press F5 or choose Start from the Run menu to run the application.