Find Most Recently Modified Document

[ShalimarA]

Overview
This example scans through a folder of documents to determine which file within it was most recently edited.

Description
This VI looks at the time associated with each file within a specific folder and determines which file was modified last. It outputs the name of the file, which can be sent to ActiveX, for example, for opening and analysis.

Requirements

• LabVIEW 2012 (or compatible)

Steps to Implement or Execute Code

1. Run the VI and navigate to desired folder, as prompted
2. Observe fact that the code has given the name of the last modified file

Additional Information or References
VI Block Diagram

 

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