Editing the GUIOnce you have created a GUI Builder project, you can make changes by editing the project file. You can use GUI Builder features to add or remove widgets, or to modify the properties of existing widgets. Opening a GUI Builder ProjectGUI builder projects are stored with Komodo Project files and carry a
".ui" file extension. The project file used in this tutorial is
![]() Viewing Project PropertiesWhen you create a new GUI Builder project, you are prompted to specify a target language and version. Different widgets sets are displayed on the Widget Palette, depending on the language and version you select. You can view properties of a project by selecting Project Settings from the GUI Builder's File menu. ![]() Adding Widgets to a DialogWidgets are added to a dialog from the Palette tab or the Menu tab. In this step, you'll add label widgets to the GUI.
![]() Resizing WidgetsResizing widgets can involve spanning multiple columns and / or rows, or changing column or row width or height. To resize the label widgets:
![]() Editing Widget PropertiesWidget properties define the display characteristics of individual widgets. Common widget properties are accessible on the GUI Builder toolbar; the complete set of properties is accessible by double-clicking the widget.
![]() Build the GUIUse the GUI Builder's test feature to generate output. This allows you to preview the user interface you have created to see if it displays as intended. To build the project, select Commands|Start Test, or click the green button on the GUI Builder toolbar. You will be prompted to save the project before the dialog will be displayed.
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