Compare File Directories Continuously

[Chris_W.]

Overview

This example looks at a directory in your file system that you specify and either compares it to it's original state, or compares it to another file directory.

Description

This example runs continuously with an auto-indexed For Loop in order to identify if file anomalies exist (disappearing, renaming, etc.). This will allow for the user to run the code continuously in the background in order to monitor the state of a particular directory.

Requirements

LabVIEW 2012 or compatible

Steps to Implement or Execute Code
1. Select the Original Directory Path on the front panel
2. Select the Directory to Compare Path (if desired)
3. Click the Compare button
4. Run the VI

Additional Information or References