Zip

[mikef74]

I'm creating a reporting software that allows you to import pictures, and enter text into text fields. When you save the report, it saves all the text entered as one txt file, and all the pictures that were imported as jpg's. So, it is possible for any given report to have multiple files associated with it. Is there any way that VB will zip all necessary files?

 

[sh3rIIf]

you can search on google for zip controls but most of them require that you purchase the product after evaluation. a few good ones i found thus far is xceed(www.xceed.com) or chilkat.

if you are looking for open source components try sharpziplib. unfortanetely it's a bit complicated to use. i also have the same problem which is why i know all this. i'm looking for a free component which is not so complicated to use.

if you need something less complicated i'll make sure you find out about it as well

 

[sh3rIIf]

ok, i'm going with the winzip command line
it's the easiest to use and it's free
check http://www.winzip.com/xcmdline.htm for further info on using the winzip command line