Visual Basic Programming - MenuStrip and Multiple Forms (Modal and Modeless)

⭕ Overview
In this video, I demonstrate how to create menus using Visual Studio's MenuStrip component. We start by setting up a new project called "Chapter 9 Menus" and adjusting the form's properties, such as changing the starting position to center.

Next, I introduce the MenuStrip component, found under the Menus & Toolbars section in the toolbox. Dragging the MenuStrip onto the form places it at the top, where menus typically reside. I show you how to rename the MenuStrip to something meaningful, like "MainMenu."

We then delve into creating a file menu. Clicking on the MenuStrip allows us to add menu items. I demonstrate how to name the first menu item "File," mimicking the structure seen in applications like Visual Studio. We explore the properties of the menu item, including how to add sub-items and customize their names.

Throughout the tutorial, I provide step-by-step instructions on replicating common menu structures. By following along, you will learn how to create intuitive and functional menus for your own applications, enhancing the user experience.

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⭕ Chapters
0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - Creating the MenuStrip Component
7:00 - Attaching events to menu items
13:15 - Creating a second Form
17:30 - Linking menu item to second form
22:10 - Modal and Modeless modes
26:00 - Passing data between forms

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[stormybear]

This symbol & is called the Ampersand and you putr it in front of the letter you want the hotkey to be.

[GuillermoDelBosto]

Do you know how to define a custom color for highlighted item in menustrip ? I'm looking for it. Tx.

[yeisonrestrepo]

Could you put the code in the description please?

[stormybear]

Fully functional?? you never sactually saved the file you just said you did, but ypou didn't actually.