ICertPropertyDescription::Initialize method (certenroll.h)
The Initialize method initializes the object from a string that contains descriptive information about the certificate. Use this property to create a string that can be displayed in user interfaces that enumerate certificate properties. This method is web enabled.
Syntax
HRESULT Initialize(
[in] BSTR strDescription
);
Parameters
[in] strDescription
A BSTR variable that contains a description. The string length cannot exceed 260 characters.
Return value
If the function succeeds, the function returns S_OK.
If the function fails, it returns an HRESULT value that indicates the error. Possible values include, but are not limited to, those in the following table. For a list of common error codes, see Common HRESULT Values.
| Return code/value | Description |
|---|---|
|
The object is already initialized. |
|
The string length exceeds 260 characters. |
Remarks
Call the SetValueOnCertificate method to associate the property with a certificate. Call the Description property to retrieve the description string.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum supported client | Windows Vista [desktop apps only] |
| Minimum supported server | Windows Server 2008 [desktop apps only] |
| Target Platform | Windows |
| Header | certenroll.h |
| DLL | CertEnroll.dll |