Microsoft KB Archive/97064

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft FoxPro for Windows, versions 2.5, 2.5a

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SUMMARY
Changing the mouse pointer to an hourglass requires the use of Windows application programming interface (API) calls. You cannot control the pointer's shape using FoxPro commands. The HOURGLAS.PRG program (located in the GOODIES\FOXTOOLS directory) contains an example of how to use Windows API calls for this purpose. However, it is important to note that if the mouse is moved, FoxPro's event handler takes over and the pointer reverts to the default shape.

MORE INFORMATION
The HOURGLAS.PRG example does not permanently change the pointer's shape. Permanently changing the pointer's shape requires the use of other Windows API calls or third-party applications. For more information using Windows API calls to permanently change the pointer's shape, refer to the Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit (SDK).