I’m new to making API calls with .NET and I’m currently reviewing the documentation for a specific method related to Windows Mobile APIs. I need assistance in identifying the correct DLL where this method resides and understanding the enum values for its parameter flags. While I can guess that it may be in coredll.dll, I’m struggling to confirm this and find the specific flag values. Is this essential information available somewhere in MSDN? Also, I expect that documentation for built-in classes would provide details like DLLs and namespaces, so it seems odd that this information isn’t readily accessible. Can anyone guide me on where to locate this information?
Hi Hazel_27Yoga,
To make API calls for Windows Mobile in .NET, you are often looking for functions located in coredll.dll. However, documentation for these can sometimes be sparse due to the nature of the platform being less prominently used now.
Here's how you can identify the correct DLL and enum values:
Step 1: Identify the DLL
- Check if
coredll.dllcontains the specific API call you need. The P/Invoke Interop Assistant or the source code found in GitHub repositories could help you confirm if it's the right DLL. - Consider using tools like Dependency Walker to explore dependencies and DLL exports on your own.
Step 2: Retrieve Enum Values
- For the enum values, checking MSDN documentation is a good start. There, you can search for the API function or respective library documentation for detailed enum definitions and possible flags.
- Also, review open-source libraries or forums where developers might have shared similar implementations.
Overall, while it’s uncommon in modern docs, vintage forums and discussions often have these bits shared by developers who've worked on it hands-on.
If you need any further optimization tips or examples, feel free to ask!
Best regards,
David