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I recently upgraded a computer from a 32 bit to 64 bit, using Win 7 Ultimate.

I use Alpha Bitmaps in my application for various controls, and inside GET fields ( for lookups ).

I've noticed now that my bitmaps appear fuzzier and not as easy to discern now. I'm using FWH 11.08 ( but it was the same on 11.07 ). The application is 32 bit, using xHarbour / xBuilder / xCC

Have others observed fuzzy bitmaps when running an application on a 64 bit OS ?

Tim

I agree I am not the right person to answer, because I work on 32 bit Wndows-7.
But I know Mr Antonio works on 64 bit Windows 7 OS and as you know most of our FWH development is in 32-bits and he would have noticed such problems, if any.

May I ask, are you experiencing the problem with alpha bmps in Gets only or bmps on other controls like buttons, browses etc?

I notice the problem on all bitmaps involved with buttons. Because I upgraded the computer to 64 bit about the same time 11.07 came out, I don't know if it is the 64 bit OS or the 11.07/8 changes. I'm looking for an older version of the client to see how that looks. If it is the same, that will isolate it to the OS.

I was looking for observations, and not assuming it is a bug.

Tim

Tim,

As mr. Rao said, I use Windows 7 (ultimate) 64 bits and have not noticed it.

Could you provide a small example to test it ? thanks

Here is a snapshot of the bitmaps. Notice the fuzzy edges. The top ones are 32x32 RGB/A 32Bpp bitmaps, and the small one in the get field is 16x16.



My monitors are running at 1920 x 1200 DVI. Fonts look great ... and no problems with colors.

I did find an older version of the program and it seems to be the same, so I don't think its a new FWH issue.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Tim

Antonio,

What size are you using for your graphics ? I create mine in Axialis in a larger size and then reduce them to 32 x 32 Alpha to be correctly sized on the button bar.

Could we use a higher resolution and have FW size the display appropriately ?

Tim

Tim,

Try to use 32x32 pixels.

Also, what screen resolution are you using on your computer ?

They are 32x32 alpha bitmaps. That gives me the transparency.

Resolution is 1920 x 1200. Its a widescreen monitor.

Tim

Tim,

Please try the app on different screen resolutions and see if the fuzzy effect remains, thanks

Tim,
Do you want to send me one or two of your bitmaps and I will take a look? I also use Axialis().
Did you know the latest version can automatically create a Disabled or Hot version of the graphic.

gale (dot) ford (at) wwrowland (dot) com

Here are 3 png images. The 2nd and 3rd were created with a menu choice.
Original
Disabled
Hot