Shell Application Development (Windows Embedded CE 6.0)
1/6/2010
Shell includes the functionality that is necessary for a user to interact with a device or components of its underlying operating system.
Windows Embedded CE enables you to implement a wide variety of shells, from simple command line interfaces to fully customized graphical user interfaces adapted for your target device.
In This Section
Using Atoms
Describes how to use atoms, which are 16-bit integers that identify strings that an application stores together with the integer.AYGShell API Extensions
Documents the AYGShell API extensions, which are used to include Pocket PC 2002 compatibility support.
- Command Processor Shell
Provides user information about the command processor shell. The command processor shell is a command-line-driven shell that provides console input and output, and a limited number of commands.
- Creating Controls
Explains how to add standard controls to a user interface (UI).
- Extending Shortcut Menus for a File Class
Describes how you can extend shortcut menus for a file.
- Using Atoms
Describes how to use atoms, which are 16-bit integers that identify strings that an application stores together with the integer.
Related Sections
GWES Application Development
Describes the options for using Graphics, Windowing, and Events Subsystem (GWES) module.Shell OS Design Development
Describes the available options and techniques for customizing the Windows Embedded CE shell.