The Collection software enables easy file handling for C# and VB.Net developers without the need for coding. It provides ExplorerTreeView and ExplorerListView components that mimic the functionality of the Windows Explorer within applications.

To run Alvas.FileControls, all you need is .Net Framework v1.1 or later (including .NET 3.5). It is recommended to use .Net Framework with Visual Studio .Net 2003 or later (including VS.NET 2008).
Alvas.FileControls offers users two variants to use the controls. The first variant requires users to place ExplorerTreeView and ExplorerListView on the form and connect them. The second variant requires users to place DriveComboBox, FolderListBox, FileListBox, and FilterComboBox on the form and connect them. Either way, you can start enjoying the functionalities of your file system quickly and easily.
Alvas.FileControls includes a vast array of control types. The specialized tree view control ExplorerTreeView represents the folders tree. The specialized list view control ExplorerListView lists all the files in the specified directory. The specialized combo box DriveComboBox displays a list of drives. The specialized list box FolderListBox represents the folders tree. The specialized list box FileListBox lists all the files in a specified directory. FilterComboBox is a specialized combo box that presents file filters. DiskInfo shows information about the disk, while DragFile allows specified control to drag and drop files from Windows Explorer. FileFind allows users to find files on an entire disk, and PathInfo shows information about the path.
In conclusion, Alvas.FileControls is an excellent software collection that can transform your application with Windows Explorer-like functionalities without writing any code. Whether you're a C# or VB.Net developer, you can benefit from Alvas.FileControls' user-friendliness, powerful controls, and efficiency.
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