Recently we introduced a new SAPIEN software update tool, which makes it easier to directly download and install SAPIEN software updates. The tool also updates itself when there is a newer version of the update tool. Unfortunately on some machines that may have caused that process to get stuck, because the file may now be […]
PowerShell Studio 2015 – New Collection Project deployment options
With release of the v4.2.83 build of PowerShell Studio 2015, we introduced new features that we are covering in detail over a series of articles. PowerShell Studio 2014 introduced the new Collection Project: https://www.sapien.com/blog/2014/07/29/powershell-studio-2014-collection-project/ The Collection Project simply groups various files without creating a single script as in a normal project and each script file […]
PrimalSQL 2015: What’s New?
The release of PrimalSQL 2015 (v4.1.41) introduces some changes and new database providers. Updated Database Browser The Database Browser was overhauled so that it will load the database piecemeal instead all at once. As a result, the schema will always be displayed in the database browser tree. When you expand a schema node for […]
PowerShell Studio 2015 – New FolderBrowserModernDialog Control
With release of the v4.2.83 build of PowerShell Studio 2015, we introduced new features that we are covering in detail over a series of articles. This next new feature was also added in response to user feedback. This particular user wanted to use the modern version of the folder browser dialog that is available in […]
PowerShell Studio 2015 – New Navigation Bar
With release of the v4.2.83 build of PowerShell Studio 2015, we introduced new features that we are covering in detail over a series of articles. The second major feature included in this release is: The Navigation bar The new navigation bar, located above the editor, allows you to jump between functions, workflows, events and more. […]
PowerShell Studio 2015 – New Parameter Block Formatting
With release of the v4.2.83 build of PowerShell Studio 2015, we introduced new features which we will cover in detail over a series of articles. This first feature added was in response to user feedback. Parameter Block Formatting Three new options were added to PowerShell Studio 2015 that allow you to control different aspects of […]
What’s new for PrimalPad 2015?
PrimalPad has been a favorite “keep on your flash drive” tool for many users. The 2015 version has seen some little cosmetic changes in the ribbon layout. We have moved some functionality like window management, SAPIEN Tools and check for updates to the “Tools” tab to make more room for user tools on the home […]
Adding auto-complete to an input textbox
Follow @juneb_get_help Well-designed user interfaces make it as easy as possible for the user to enter the right input in the right format. One of the most effective ways to help a user is to provide suggested input or automatically complete the input that the user begins to type. As a UI newbie, I thought […]
Advanced Help for Advanced Functions – #PSBlogWeek
Follow @juneb_get_help Writing help is often the last thing you do for an advanced function. But, instead of treating it as a disposable chore, write your help first — in advance — before you write your advanced function. Then, use the help as a design specification. The result is a better designed function and a […]
Writing XML Help for Advanced Functions
Follow @juneb_get_help The introduction of SAPIEN PowerShell HelpWriter has made writing XML help files as easy – actually easier – than writing comment-based help. XML help is more robust and less error-prone than comment-based help. It supports updatable help and help in multiple languages, and it lets you separate help files from script and modules […]
