Timer Component (Windows Forms)
The Windows Forms Timer is a component that raises an event at regular intervals. This component is designed for a Windows Forms environment.
In This Section
- Timer Component Overview (Windows Forms)
Introduces the general concepts of the Timer component, which allows you to set up your application to respond to periodic events.
- Limitations of the Windows Forms Timer Component's Interval Property
Describes known limitations of the timer's interval that may affect how you can use it.
- How to: Run Procedures at Set Intervals with the Windows Forms Timer Component
Describes how to react to timed intervals in your Windows-based applications.
Reference
- System.Windows.Forms.Timer class
Provides reference information on the class, used for Windows Forms timers, and its members.
- System.Timers.Timer class
Provides reference information on the System.Timers.Timer class that is used by server-based timers.
Related Sections
- Controls to Use on Windows Forms
Provides a complete list of Windows Forms controls, with links to information on their use.
- Timer Component Changes in Visual Basic .NET
Describes how timer functionality has changed in Visual Basic as compared to previous versions.
| Topic | Location |
|---|---|
| Timer Control for Visual Basic 6.0 Users | Visual Basic Upgrading Information |
| Timer Control for Visual Basic 6.0 Users | Visual Basic Upgrading Information |