New file in folder

Question

Hello

I want to detect when a new file is added to a existing folder and access it.

How can I do this (C#)?

Thanks

Answer 1

You should take a look at System.IO.FileSystemWatcher, this is the class you might want to use.

Answer 2

See FileSystemWatcher

1. Tutorial 1
2. Tutorial 2

Answer 3

Using the FileSystemWatcher class

Answer 4

I am not a Windows dude, but generally speaking, find out if there is a Windows API call which allows you to watch a directory.

Answer 5

Use the FileSystemWatcher class wich raises events when a file is created, updated etc.

FileSystemWatcher