Windows API Reference - Types

Types Overview

This section provides a brief overview of the various types available in the Windows API reference.

Types and Their Uses

The Windows API provides a diverse set of types, each designed for specific purposes. Understanding these types is crucial for effective API interactions.

Key Types

Here are some key types you might encounter:

  1. UINT: A signed 8-bit integer. Used for smaller numbers and for efficient representation of integer data.
  2. VOID: Represents a void operation, often used for callbacks or asynchronous operations.
  3. CHAR: Represents a character. Used for storing single-character strings.
  4. DWORD: A 32-bit integer representing a double word. Frequently used as a representation for memory addresses.
  5. LPVOID: A long pointer. Used to point to memory locations.
  6. POINTER: A reference to a variable.
  7. LPFLOAT: A long literal float value.
  8. POINTER: A reference to a string.
  9. LPVARCHAR: A long literal varchar value.
  10. DWORD: A double word literal string.

More Details

For a more detailed explanation of each type, please refer to the official documentation.