Hello,
I'm developing a small application working with PIM. I can't find a simple way to enumerate PIM categories (or Groups as called in Manila). The only way I found is to go through all appointments, contacts and tasks and read categories from its property Categories. This works, but it is really uneffective way how to do this. Can you please suggest the better solution?
phoenix100 said:
Hello,
I'm developing a small application working with PIM. I can't find a simple way to enumerate PIM categories (or Groups as called in Manila). The only way I found is to go through all appointments, contacts and tasks and read categories from its property Categories. This works, but it is really uneffective way how to do this. Can you please suggest the better solution?
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Are you coding in c++ or c# or what? I have the code for c++ in the iAgenda program which is open source.
I'm coding in c#, using library WindowsMobile.PocketOutlook.
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Hi
I am thinking about buying the Wizard (qtek 9100) (or the coming model Hermes) but before I do I need to have two answers.
I use a organizational system in outlook from windows press and without certain functions the wizard would be useless with my system.
Is it possible to adjust Wizard to show and group objects in the task list as "Categories" (that I create myself):?:
(In the same way as "due date" and so forth. Is categories an option in the wizard as it for example NOT is with Nokia mobiles.)
The second question is if it is possible so synchorize subfolders (in personal folders) in outlook with the wizard :?:
Danne
For Tasks, you can filter by category, but you cannot sort them by category. In other words, you can have Tasks show you what are in individual categories, one category at a time.
Yes, you can sync subfolders with Outlook. You can configure exactly which folders you'd like to sync using ActiveSync.
Thanks, but...?
Hi,
Sorry that my response took so long, I was out on a spontaneous party
Thanks for the answers :!:
However I have some uncertainties concerning my first question about grouping by categories and would be grateful if you took the time to see my questions.
:?: Actually it is not even possible to SORT by categories in outlook, only "grouping" (I am not shure if that is the exact english equivalent word). Do you know it it is possible to GROUP by categories (not only filter)?
:?: And is it possible to see categories as a own "field" (I am not shure here either if that is the exact english eqvivalent word) the way you can see "Subject" and "Due date" in different fields in the task list?
Is it possible to transfer categories that you create yourself in outlook (that has a lot of tasks conncected to them) to wizard, or create the new categories in wizard.
Last question. If the answer is no to the above questions, is it easy (only one or two steps) to filter by categories? In outlook there is many steps to do that.
/Danne
Actually it is not even possible to SORT by categories in outlook, only "grouping" (I am not shure if that is the exact english equivalent word). Do you know it it is possible to GROUP by categories (not only filter)?
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Nope, you can't group or sort by categories - you can only see tasks in a particular category, one category at a time.
And is it possible to see categories as a own "field" (I am not shure here either if that is the exact english eqvivalent word) the way you can see "Subject" and "Due date" in different fields in the task list?
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Nope, you can't display the category field on the task list.
Is it possible to transfer categories that you create yourself in outlook (that has a lot of tasks conncected to them) to wizard, or create the new categories in wizard.
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That I'm not sure, but I don't see why not.
Last question. If the answer is no to the above questions, is it easy (only one or two steps) to filter by categories? In outlook there is many steps to do that.
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Yep, real easy. Tap on Menu, then Filter, then select a category.
If possible, I would borrow a Pocket PC from someone and try it out for yourself. Or I'm sure your mobile phone store will have a reasonable return policy
Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to answer all my questions! Now I have the information I need to make a decision.
I am going to check the filtering function and see if it suits my needs but I wish it was possible to group them by cateory.
If you know of any other smartmobile were that is possible please let me know.
/Danne
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I've had the most trouble trying to figure this one out.
I have a client who needs to be able to export or record in a sortable format, his call log. Particularly the phone number, contact name, call time and duration, and of course date.
There's several ways to go about it. I've tried the service at www.1800message.com which has given me the most success, but now they seem to be on hold for storage issues.
I've also tried the phone dashboard app that's out there, however, what it exports is really not useful because there is no contact name mapped to the phone numbers, you just see the numbers.
I've also tried another app that did outlook journaling in the windows mobile device, but again its no good for the client since you manually have to select each call to put in the journal.
Finally, the one I really wanted to try was Modaco smart journal, which just was a tray app that synced the call log to outlook (again, journal, but you could get reports from that), however its seemed to completely dissapear from the internet.
So what is out there besides what I've found? I even read somewhere that call log export was a function of WM5, but I've found no supporting evidence since, or even the originating article of such a rumor.
Isn't the log just a hidden database file just like the calendar items and contacts, etc? I've never tried but maybe you can use excel or another program to read it. You could occasionally copy the file to the desktop then compile the databases together and remove duplicate entries.
Nicnatros said:
Isn't the log just a hidden database file just like the calendar items and contacts, etc? I've never tried but maybe you can use excel or another program to read it. You could occasionally copy the file to the desktop then compile the databases together and remove duplicate entries.
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Any ideas on where to look and or known possible filetypes? I hadn't had time to pick through all phone files, but just curious if anyone can give me direction there.
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Any ideas on where to look and or known possible filetypes? I hadn't had time to pick through all phone files, but just curious if anyone can give me direction there.
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I'm currently working on this. I intend to extend my PPCBckpContacts application, so SMS, Calls history, Tasks, appointments and Speed dial can be backed up in csv files.
The calls log is in the pim.vol.
Cheers,
.Fred
dotfred said:
I'm currently working on this. I intend to extend my PPCBckpContacts application, so SMS, Calls history, Tasks, appointments and Speed dial can be backed up in csv files.
The calls log is in the pim.vol.
Cheers,
.Fred
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Is there any way to view the contents? I just bought SKTools, but it doesn't seem to support working with the pim.vol database, even though it gives me record counts for the different tables.
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Is there any way to view the contents? I just bought SKTools, but it doesn't seem to support working with the pim.vol database, even though it gives me record counts for the different tables.
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The pim.vol contains several databases, so yes you could see the contents by using an hex editor, but it's not easy. The best way is using CEDB/EDB api from windows to access the records of the db.
Cheers,
.Fred
Hmm, so basically I'd have to develop a WM application that utilized that api to read the contents of the pim.vol file and exported it?
I've got a few years of programming under my belt, but I really have 0 windows/windows mobile experience.
If its something simple, I could probably read up and compile an app to do it, but just seems like a daunting task, especially on the cost to benefit side of things with what time it would take for me to get up to speed and figure out creating an application.
Are there any tools out there for the EDB type of database?
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Hmm, so basically I'd have to develop a WM application that utilized that api to read the contents of the pim.vol file and exported it?
I've got a few years of programming under my belt, but I really have 0 windows/windows mobile experience.
If its something simple, I could probably read up and compile an app to do it, but just seems like a daunting task, especially on the cost to benefit side of things with what time it would take for me to get up to speed and figure out creating an application.
Are there any tools out there for the EDB type of database?
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That's what I did in PPCContactsMgr, in order to get the missed calls in order to add a phone number to an existing contact.
Now I'm working on the backup.
I really don't know, I put my hands in the mud, I made a lot of tests and finally found something reasonable to get the infos.
Cheers,
.Fred
dotfred said:
That's what I did in PPCContactsMgr, in order to get the missed calls in order to add a phone number to an existing contact.
Now I'm working on the backup.
I really don't know, I put my hands in the mud, I made a lot of tests and finally found something reasonable to get the infos.
Cheers,
.Fred
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well, I'll have to follow your work then, sounds like what you are developing would be just the ticket for what I am trying to do.
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Is there any way to view the contents? I just bought SKTools, but it doesn't seem to support working with the pim.vol database, even though it gives me record counts for the different tables.
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you try last SKTools version?
this can export clog.db from PIM.vol
import not supported yet
S_K said:
you try last SKTools version?
this can export clog.db from PIM.vol
import not supported yet
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My foot to my mouth. It does it.
CaptDistraction said:
My foot to my mouth. It does it.
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My PpcBckpcontacts application does import/export of call logs!
See here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=279925&highlight=last+name+contacts
Can anyone help, I am looking for a way to create a small application that allows the WM5 & WM6 Contacts to a .xml file. And Mabey a way to feed it to a server (FTP)
Can anyone help with this?
I am basically trying to find a way to backup massive ammounts of contaccts to a webserver for over 800 users
Just write your own tool for it
For example with .NET it's possible to interact with the contacts-file using the .NETCF classes.
.NETCF also supports XML functionality.
you do the math
Pocket SMS Manager
Hi,
My PocketSMS Manager does this. It may not export enough detail for you though. Have a look at my application (further down this thread).
If you need more fields exporting just let me know as it will only take me a few minutes to drop them in.
Pete
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Hi, i've been using pocket informant for quite sometime and love it.
however, i don't see any option to group contacts such as friends, family, work etc, like we have in even primitive nokia phones.
am i missing some setting or is there any other way to do it?
does pocket informant support this by any chance? it would be very useful in sending mass messages etc.
would appreciate any help
thanx
I'm using a Beta of PI but this is how I can group contacts:
Menu > Show Contact > Per Company
Mine is in Dutch so it might not be the correct translation
Contact Group
junooni said:
Hi, i've been using pocket informant for quite sometime and love it.
however, i don't see any option to group contacts such as friends, family, work etc, like we have in even primitive nokia phones.
am i missing some setting or is there any other way to do it?
does pocket informant support this by any chance? it would be very useful in sending mass messages etc.
would appreciate any help
thanx
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The answer is Yes.
Pocket Informant support grouping in contact.
Every time you insert new contact it should also ask (in detail) for group and also support grouping already exist in outlook (PC and PPC).
Try to search the option.
junooni said:
Hi, i've been using pocket informant for quite sometime and love it.
however, i don't see any option to group contacts such as friends, family, work etc, like we have in even primitive nokia phones.
am i missing some setting or is there any other way to do it?
does pocket informant support this by any chance? it would be very useful in sending mass messages etc.
would appreciate any help
thanx
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Just a suggestion, but did you know that WebIS has their own forum for PI? It is located here. You MIGHT want to register there, and drop a message in their forum. They seem pretty active in sorting out users' questions.
Good luck,
-pvs
The easiest way in WM to do this is assign a category for each contact (i.e. business, personal etc.). In PI, you can hit Menu, Category Filter, and choose only the filters you want to see at the time.
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The easiest way in WM to do this is assign a category for each contact (i.e. business, personal etc.). In PI, you can hit Menu, Category Filter, and choose only the filters you want to see at the time.
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yeah, that!
thanx to everyone for the help!
am a happy PI user now
Hi, I am Zaira from Pakistan. I have been searching SMS backup for my PPC with WM5 but no real success so for as i found one but it does not backup from folders so i thought i better make one myself. I am trying to make one in .net 3.5 but i could not find any documentation of classes or APIs. Can anyone please just list down those classes and APIs that can be used to receive and read SMS from the archive.
I would be grateful and surely i will upload if i succeed in making one.
zzedd2001 said:
Hi, I am Zaira from Pakistan. I have been searching SMS backup for my PPC with WM5 but no real success so for as i found one but it does not backup from folders so i thought i better make one myself. I am trying to make one in .net 3.5 but i could not find any documentation of classes or APIs. Can anyone please just list down those classes and APIs that can be used to receive and read SMS from the archive.
I would be grateful and surely i will upload if i succeed in making one.
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If someone just tell me where sms archive is (file name in which sms are saved) then maybe i can figure out the rest.
Dotfred PPC PIM Backup
Here's a great utility: http://www.dotfred.net/default.htm. Its probably one of the more frequently used piece of freeware by the XDA community. Works great for all WM versions even WM6.5. I've made backups and restores of nearly 12,000 SMSes flawless.
It also backups/restores Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Recent Calls, Speed Dials, and even custom file/folders. All from a portable 200KB application.
While you are on his site, checkout his Task Manager. Another great piece of software.