This software simplifies the implementation of Namespace extensions, context menus, property sheets, explorer thumbnails, and shell icons for developers. It handles all mundane tasks while providing powerful capabilities.
This component package is intuitive and easy-to-use, taking care of all required methods and interfaces so that developers can focus on writing their application code. The result? Powerful applications that provide a high degree of integration with the Windows Shell while leveraging operating system features that customers use on a daily basis.
Overall, ShellPlus Components is a great investment for developers who want to save time and deliver high-quality, Windows Shell-integrated applications.
Version 3.0:
* Delphi 2005 and 2006 support
* New package names and licensing options
* TsxExplorerBand - component that allows to create explorer bands like Search, Favourites, etc.
* TsxFileDropTarget - component which allows any file to be a drag&drop target
* TsxChangeNotifier - new features that makes the component much faster when it works on W2K/XP and W2K3 systems
* Default View mode can be specified for ShellView
* Themed background can be optionaly displayed for PropertyPage
* Support for 48x48 XP icons in NSE
* New events and properties for DataProvider component
* Tray Icon enchancements: balloon notification support on old Windows versions, custom balloon notifications
* DataGrain cache (improve speed for NSEs that work with remote data sources)
* Optimized retrieving file contents for Drag&Drop operation
* Fixed bugs