Poll a folder for new files

[Guest]

I know this isnt the correct forum but its is kinda related.
Does anyone have any samples or links to some sample code that will poll a
folder for new files.

I am building an app which will keep an eye on a folder for any new xml
files and will then read the files in to the app etc.

Thanks

 

[Guest]

Take a look at the FileSystemWatcher class in the System.IO namespace.

 

[Guest]

Thanks, I didnt know about that class.
N

Take a look at the FileSystemWatcher class in the System.IO namespace.

 

[John Timney \(MVP\)]

Be a bit careful of it. There have been reports of it failing to pick up
changes to rapidly changing directories - not sure if its been f ixed in net
2.0

Regards

John Timney (MVP)

 

[Guest]

thanks for the tip, it should be ok so, the directory will only be getting 10
or so files a day.