how can i change control values based on a read-in file?

[csmrunman]

Ok, so I've been able to achieve the main goal of this thread. However, I was thinking that of the data I read in, 2 values will be numeric and 1 will be boolean (or 0 for false, 1 for true). If I put a boolean control on the front panel and have the local variable allow for changes in the boolean, it doesn't work.

[elset191]

You should probably look at some of the introductory materials NI has openly available.

Message Edited by elset191 on 09-16-2009 02:15 PM

[jack47]

Another way to do a single boolean.  The reason your code doesn't work is the Boolean is outside the loop.  If you change the value while the loop runs, it doesn't matter.  The value wired to the input of the loop is the one that gets written to the file.

[Broken_Arrow]

To get your local variable to work the way it is written:

• Right click on the boolean array > Advanced > Enabled State > Enable
• RIght click on the boolan array again > Advanced > Show Last Element
• Click the button to make it false.
• Run the code.

might need to run it once first

Message Edited by Broken Arrow on 09-16-2009 02:32 PM

[csmrunman]

I've now got a chunk of code that does what I want it to do! I don't know who to give the solution to. Elset started me down the local variable path and has put up with my stupid questions.But several of you helped me refine it. Thanks to all who posted.

[Joe_H]

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