Export Image Method

LabView Local Project Settings

Export Image Method

Short Name: Export Image

Installed With: Base Package

Class: WaveformChart Methods

Exports an image of a waveform chart to the clipboard or disk.

This method is similar to the Export Simplified Image option on the shortcut menu of a waveform chart.

Parameters

NameRequiredDescription
File TypeNoSpecifies the format of the file. You can export into one of the following formats:

(Windows) .emf, .bmp (default), and .eps files

(Mac OS) .pict, .bmp (default), and .eps files

(Linux) .bmp (default) and .eps files
TargetNoSpecifies whether to save the image to the clipboard or to disk. When you set Target to File, you must specify a Path.
PathNoPath to the LabVIEW project library file. LabVIEW ignores this parameter if you set Target to Clipboard. When you set Target to File, you must specify a Path.
Hide GridNoSpecifies whether to include the grid in the exported image. The default is FALSE.
Always OverwriteNoIf TRUE, LabVIEW overwrites an existing file without prompting you. If FALSE (default), LabVIEW prompts you to overwrite an existing file.

Remarks

The following table lists the characteristics of this method.

Available in Run-Time Engine and Real-Time Operating SystemYes (Read/Write)
Settable when the VI is runningYes
Loads the front panel into memoryYes
Need to authenticate before useNo
Loads the block diagram into memoryNo
Remote access disallowedNo
Must wait until user interface is idleNo
Available with control VIsNo
Available with global VIsNo
Available with strict type definitionsNo
Available with polymorphic VIsNo