How Can I execute an external program from my vi?

[Fonsi]

Hi guys,
I want to execute a external program to use it when i called with a bottom. I want push a bottom and execute the program, like acess direct icon or so.

Any help?.

[Thomasg]

Hi Fonsi!

One way to execute an external program is to use the System Exec.vi. You find it in the functions pallet under Communication.

/Thomas

[Fonsi]

Thanks Thomas it works.

regards,jose