Get window text as string from NTMessageBox

[levikNT]

Hello,

From OnWindowCreated(Window window) , how can I get window text as string from NTMessageBox
and print it .

Sincerely,Kobi

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello Kobi,

This would be outside of what is supported by NinjaTrader Support as the NTMessageBoxSimple is not documented for use, however, this thread will remain open for any community members that would like to assist.

These windows do not have automationIDs. But you might try looking for the Name of the window which is set by the caption parameter if you know what this will be ahead of time.

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[pdennis]

Hey Chelsea,

I came across this when doing some research and wanted to ask a follow up question. Is it true that all NinjaTrader 8 windows are based on WPF and therefore if we learn WPF and utilize the AddOn framework docs to capture a window on creation, we should be able to read the text and even click certain buttons of the NTMessageBox with our AddOn code?

Thank you!
Paul

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello Paul,

The windows in NinjaTrader 8 are WPF.

It may be possible to find the NTMessageBox window and get the text controls in the window, however this would be outside of what is supported by NinjaTrader Support.

[pdennis]

I completely understand it is outside of NinjaTrader Support. I just wanted to get some guidance on where I could do the research, so now I know to research WPF and utilize the NT8 guide for the AddOn projects. Thank you!

[pdennis]

I was looking for this solution as well but couldn't find it on here. I did some research on WPF windows and was able to create an AddOn that is able to catch a NTMessageBox and check its text, and in my case if it was a warning about disconnecting from my Interactive Brokers connection, I have it dismissing the message box by invoking the OK button click.

A couple very helpful links that I owe most of the credit to:

https://stackoverflow.com/questions/874380/wpf-how-do-i-loop-through-the-all-controls-in-a-window

https://stackoverflow.com/questions/728432/how-to-programmatically-click-a-button-in-wpf

I hope this helps others save some time!
Paul

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello Paul,

Thank you for taking the time to create this and share this.

The whole community will benefit and I'll direct others with similar inquiries to your post.