Customizing Fill Level Indicator

[lampandage]

Hi!

I want to customize a fill level indicator (tank). I´m not very experienced with LabView.

The main problem is, that I don´t know if it is possible to create an indicator with a curved upper part.

The attached picture shows an example, how I want the indicator look like. The left side should be the indicator,

from the lower bar to the upper bar. The normal bar seperates the left side and the right side.

Later the right side should also be an indicator if it is possible.

Is it possible to form  the upper part of the tank like shown on the picutre and if it is, how can I realize it.

If not, I thought about creating an array or ring with about 100 pictures, each assigned to a certain fill level.

Is it a good idea or is it too complex?

Are there any other ways to solve the problem?

Thanks a lot,

Martin

[chilly_charly]

The difficulty is to find an application able to manage transparency. On Macintosh, it's fairly easy, but I had some difficulties with Windows. Search for "Import transparent picture" on this forum.

The attached vi is an example of what can be done : create a picture with a transparent part corresponding to the tank shape. Paste this picture on your front panel, above a wide slider, and you are done.

I'm not sure that my example will look good on a window machine, there may be white zones where I applied transparency. Works fine on my Macintosh.

[lampandage]

Hi!

Thanks a lot for the tip with transparency, I´ll try it.

Your VI is working perfectly, no white zones, so my first problem is solved 🙂

Thank you!

Martin

[chingee2]

Hi. Would you please help me that I need a solid level sensor using data board and to send signal to Labview. Could you please know me in the VI?

[RavensFan]

Your question doesn't seem to be related to what is discussed in this 8 year old thread.  In fact, I'm not even sure what your question is.  You should start a new message thread and provide some details in your question.