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Gif in a different thread. 1
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Multi-threading in a WinForms app is tricky.
The only thread which can update a form (including your animated gif) is the thread which created it.
So, in your case, I would instantiate a new thread to go fetch your data, which leaves the original thread free to make the GUI dance.
Chip H.
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The only thread which can update a form (including your animated gif) is the thread which created it.
So, in your case, I would instantiate a new thread to go fetch your data, which leaves the original thread free to make the GUI dance.
Chip H.
If you want to get the best response to a question, please check out FAQ222-2244 first
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