bundle typedef

[rakornet]

I created a typedef for a subVI and would like to have a bundle outside the subVI to use as input to the subVI.  I couldn't seem to find any way to create a bundle of the custom typedef type.  Right now, I am using a workaround:  I created a constant of the custom typedef type and then am using the Bundle By Name function.  This seems to work, but I would like to be able to get rid of the constant completely and just be able to build a bundle of the custom typedef type directly.  Is this possible?

Thanks

[MikeS81]

Hi rakornet,

sorry, i don't understand what you need. Can you please show a picture of your workaround and maybe one of your expected bundle?

Trying to help

Mike

[oyester]

I create a subVI that does nothing but return a cluster set to whatever default values I have chosen. I then wire the output of the subVI directly to the bundle-by-name structure. This works for me but I admit it feels a bit kludgy. I too would be glad to see if someone has a better way.

[MikeS81]

Hi oyester,

do you want to set your values inside of the subvi? If yes, write all your values to your control, right click on it and select "make current values default".

Mike

[smercurio_fc]

There is no way to directly associate a Bundle or Bundle By Name function directly to a typedef. The source of the middle input on those functions has to come from someplace. This can be a cluster constant that's made from a typedef, or it can be the output of a subVI that return the typedef cluster.

If you wish, you can suggest this as an improvement in the Product Suggestion Center. 

[oyester]

I suppose it's easier just to give an example. So here it is.

[oyester]

sorry, I needed to add three  more files. here they are

[smercurio_fc]

OK. What is this code supposed to show? Are you trying to eliminate the "outputs default cluster" VI? If so, I've already given you the answer: you can't.

[oyester]

Its an example of your second suggestion.

[smercurio_fc]

OK