Publisher's Synopsis
Practical XView Programming Written by a team of experts, this comprehensive guidebook shows you how to get the most from this powerful development package. Practical XView Programming thoroughly explains the four main functions of XView for X Windows systems programmers, C programmers, and UNIX systems administrators. Easy–to–follow, this practical guide clarifies the parts of XView that trip up most people.
- Clearly describes attribute packages for implementing the Open Windows interface
- Includes treatment of interactive and other graphics topics not found elsewhere
- Provides ready–to–run code examples
- Presents a host of practical and proven XView hints and tips
- Provides sample programs, including ADDU—Add User Interface, and MSGBOARD—Message Board
- Special Appendices explain how to use Archie and provide icon listings
- Offers proven advice on designing menus including information on pull down menus, pull right menus, and popup menus
- Walks you through the necessary steps for most effectively designing program menu systems
- Discusses changing fonts and assigning keyboard accelerators
