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Q146443: PRB: Msmask32.ocx Does Not Work Properly in MFC Containers

Article: Q146443
Product(s): Microsoft C Compiler
Version(s): 4.0
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbole kbCtrl kbprb
Last Modified: 30-JUL-2001

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Visual C++, version 4.0 
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SYMPTOMS
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When the Masked Edit Control's Format property is set, it does not automatically
format its contents upon losing focus. When embedded in a Visual Basic 4.0 form
or Microsoft Access 7.0 form, the control automatically formats its contents
when the control loses focus.

CAUSE
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The Masked Edit Control uses a proprietary Visual Basic interface called
IVBFormat. The absence of IVBFormat support in a control container prevents the
Masked Edit Control from automatically updating its contents as specified by the
Format property. Control containers created with Visual C++ do not support
IVBFormat. Other control containers, such as Visual FoxPro 3.0 forms, which do
not support this interface, will also experience limited functionality from the
Masked Edit Control.

RESOLUTION
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The IVBFormat interface is proprietary and subject to change. Documentation or
specifications for this interface are not available. The Masked Edit Control can
be used in a Visual C++ control container application, but the automatic
formatting feature will remain disabled. Other properties such as the control's
Mask property, will function properly in the absence of IVBFormat support.

STATUS
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This behavior is by design.

Additional query words: 4.00

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Keywords          : kbole kbCtrl kbprb 
Technology        : kbVCsearch kbVC400 kbAudDeveloper
Version           : :4.0
Issue type        : kbprb

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