Windows Shell Programming Samples

File Explorer Extension

Demonstrates how to add custom context‑menu commands and property pages to File Explorer.

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Jump List Sample

Shows how to create and populate Jump Lists for your application.

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Taskbar Thumbnail Toolbar

Implements a thumbnail toolbar with custom buttons for a media player.

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Start Menu Tiles

Creates dynamic tiles for the Windows Start menu with notifications.

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Shell Namespace Extension

Builds a virtual folder that integrates with the shell namespace.

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File Dialog Customization

Customizes the Open/Save file dialogs with additional controls and previews.

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