How to add an image subview to a tableview programmatically

Question

I'm new to programming, and I know how to add a static image behind a tableView in a .xib file, but not in code. I have tried the following code:

UIImage * image = [UIImage imageNamed:@"pic.png"];
[self.view addSubView: image];

but nothing happens when I write this!

Answer 1

To display an UIImage you have to use an UIImageView and put it under the UITableView using the same frame. Don't forget to set the table view's background to transparent.

UIImageView *iv = [[UIImageView alloc] initWithImage:[UIImage imageNamed:@"pic.png"]];
iv.frame = CGRectMake(0.0, 0.0, 300.0, 600.0);
UITableView *tv = [[UITableView alloc] initWithFrame:iv.frame style:UITableViewStylePlain];
tv.opaque = NO;
tv.backgroundColor = [UIColor clearColor];
[self.view addSubView: iv];
[self.view addSubView: tv];
[iv release];
[tv release];

Answer 2

You need to use a UIImageView, not a UIImage. Also, when adding a view programmatically, don't forget to set the frame.