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ActiveX Task Controls
ActiveX Task Controls
Task Indicator in HMIs
The Task Indicator provides a user with relevant information regarding the status of the ActiveX Task List.
Methods for Task Indicator
There are two methods available for configuring server connection.

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ActiveX Task Controls
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- ActiveX Task Controls
  - Task Controls in GE HMIs
    The Workflow Task List can be integrated into other GE HMI applications.
  - Install the ActiveX Task List
  - Modify the ActiveX Task List installation configurations
  - Task List Configuration
    The configuration tool allows you to modify server information and its authentication credentials.
  - Task List in HMIs
    The Task List is an ActiveX control that displays the Workflow Task List in a host application. The ActiveX Task List provides users with a list of tasks for a workflow.
  - Task Indicator in HMIs
    The Task Indicator provides a user with relevant information regarding the status of the ActiveX Task List.
    - Control Properties for Task Indicator
      When configuring the ActiveX Task List control, you can change the equipment used in the workflow. The ability to change the equipment context provides more flexible equipment options during run time.
    - Methods for Task Indicator
      There are two methods available for configuring server connection.
    - Events for Task Indicator
      Task events can be configured after installing the ActiveX Task List to provide more information regarding the status of the Task Indicator. Task event information can be displayed to users if a feedback message event is part of the event's configuration.
    - Server State Icons for Task Indicator
      Indicator icons provide visual information about the status of the server connection, as well as the status of tasks. If configured to do so, a status message can also be displayed to provide more information to the user.
Service Interfaces
Operator Task List in the Workflow Client
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Methods for Task Indicator

There are two methods available for configuring server connection.

ConnectTaskListIndicator
DisconnectTaskListIndicator

Note:

The ActiveX Task List and Task Indicator share a connection; therefore, if one is connected, the other uses that connection.