如何添加自己的代码以及表单设计器生成的代码？

Question

When I am working in Visual Studio, and use the designer, VS manages the code for creating and positioning the controls.

But what if I want to add my own code there?

Say I want to use a string variable as the name for my form, or for the default text in a box? I know I can set this in the form_load function, but what if I want to do it in the designer code page?

When the designer generates this code, it is arranged in such a way that the designer can add to it. How can I add my own code, or manage parts of the code, without interfering with the functionality of the designer?

Would it work if I moved parts of the code to a different file? How can I do that?

Basically, I want to Have My Designer and Code it Too!

Answer 1

Visual Studio should create the designer as a "partial" class. Just create another file that is also another part of the same "partial" class. It will be separate file, but same class. Also, the autogenerator won't overwrite your code this way.

Answer 2

Right click on the form and click on 'View Code'. Adding your code there will not interfere with the designer don't worry!

To change the name or any property of a textbox (or any control) simply click on the textbox in the Form/Designer and change any of its property in the properties box, usually at the bottom right of the screen.