Automatically Store a Selected Folder and Create New File Path Each Time Program Runs Using LabVIEW

[Matt-J]

Overview

This example shows a way to automatically create files within a folder each time a LabVIEW program is ran.

Description

This particular case involves a non-repetitive test, but one in which the operator will keep the VI open between tests. Therefore, feedback nodes may be applied to store a selected folder between each execution of the VI, thus allowing paths to be stored without the use of shift registers and a looping structure.

Requirements

• LabVIEW 2012 (or compatible)

 Steps to Implement or Execute Code

1. Download the VI.
2. Open the VI.
3. Run the VI with the Auto/Manual switch in the OFF position
4. Choose or create a folder
5. Run the VI repeatedly and notice a new file path is created each time the VI runs

Additional Information or References

VI Block diagram

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