x-skywalker / consolecontrol

ConsoleControl is a C# class library that lets you embed a console in a WinForms or WPF application.

ConsoleControl

ConsoleControl is a C# class library that lets you embed a console in a WinForms or WPF application. This console can be used for input and output for a process. It's great for making tools and utilities.

Installing ConsoleControl

Installing couldn't be easier, just use Nuget. You can search for 'ConsoleControl' or install directly.

For WinForms:

PM> Install-Package ConsoleControl

For WPF:

PM> Install-Package ConsoleControl.WPF

Using ConsoleControl

Once you've installed the package, the ConsoleControl will be available in the toolbox. Add a ConsoleControl to your WPF or WinForms project and call 'StartProcess' to start a new process. The process will run and all output will be directed to the ConsoleControl. You can also optionally enable input from the control.

Buidling and Extending the Code

You can learn how the ConsoleControl was created by reading this article on the CodeProject:

http://www.codeproject.com/Articles/335909/Embedding-a-Console-in-a-C-Application

Building the code is as straightforward as downloading it and building the project.