Can't see MPLAB project

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

Hi ,

I have been using MPLAB to create and compile my PIC projects for sometime now, recently I have created a few projects in MPLAB and using Hi-TECHC compiler.

When I open my project folder from my computer, I can't see MPLAB project or workspace files , neither I see the recent changes to my .c files. I only see the original .c files I pasted in that folder originally.

On the other hand running MPLAB and opening that particular project shows me everything ???

I don't understand where the changes that I make go ??

Thanks in advance

Mike Walne · Joined: 19 Feb 2004 Posts: 1785 Location: Boston Spa UK

This is CCS forum, not HI-TECH.

Mike

ezflyr · Joined: 25 Oct 2010 Posts: 1019 Location: Tewksbury, MA

Hi,

It's a 'Windows 7 thing' - data is no longer stored in the the Program Files directory, or any of its sub-directories. You will probably find your data in:

"C:\Users\UserName\AppData\Local\VirtualStore\Program Files\PICC"

Note, that 'UserName' should be replaced with the Logon ID you use with your machine......

Frankly, this is one of the more annoying security 'features' of Windows 7. I don't necessarily have a problem with data being relocated, but I do have
a problem with it being done transparently without making the user aware...

John

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

Hi ,

I couldn't find the anything like :

C:\Users\UserName\AppData\Local\VirtualStore\Program Files\PICC"

this happens whether I am using HI-TECHC compiler or PICC complier or MASM

Yes I have windows 7 ultimate with service pack 1

I don't where its storing my files ?

ezflyr · Joined: 25 Oct 2010 Posts: 1019 Location: Tewksbury, MA

Hi,

Well, I told you where the files are being stored now by MPLAB, but you didn't follow my directions. The path I provided is NOT the exact path to
your files, it is a generic path. To find the specific location of your files you will have to substitute your specific Logon ID.....

I wasn't sure whether Windows Search would show you the 'true' location of these files, so I didn't mention it earlier. I just tried it now, and the Windows
Search will show you the actual place the files are being stored. Do a search for '*.mcp', and you'll find what you are looking for......

It's not rocket science!

John

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

HI ezflyr,

Yes i did look into the location you have mentioned below and i couldn't find any of the project files or *.mcp files.

I did a computer wide search for project name. mcp files for multiple projects, still no luck finding their location.

I also made a new .c file within one of the MPLAB project and saved it and tried to search for it but i couldn't find it.

Please see the screen shot.

Regards,

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

I couldn't find any option on CCS forum to attach an image file ???

ezflyr · Joined: 25 Oct 2010 Posts: 1019 Location: Tewksbury, MA

Hi,

First of all, this is purely a Window 7 issue, and NOT a CCS one!

Recognize that the new '.c', and '.mcp' files you create can be found by MPLAB, correct? That means they exist *somewhere* on your computer,
right? My guess is that you aren't using the Windows 7 Search correctly or that your folder/file View options are hiding these files. Again, this is a
Windows 7 issue, so I suggest you find a knowledgeable friend to help you out!

I like to see everything, so my Windows 7 installation is setup to show all hidden files/folders, and all system files.

Also, when you searched for the '.mcp' files did you use the '*' wildcard as I showed you??

John

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

Hi ,

Recognize that the new '.c', and '.mcp' files you create can be found by MPLAB, correct?

Yes

That means they exist *somewhere* on your computer,
right? My guess is that you aren't using the Windows 7 Search correctly or that your folder/file View options are hiding these files. Again, this is a
Windows 7 issue, so I suggest you find a knowledgeable friend to help you out!

I used search option which comes up when you click on windows start button

I like to see everything, so my Windows 7 installation is setup to show all hidden files/folders, and all system files.

Also, when you searched for the '.mcp' files did you use the '*' wildcard as I showed you??

No , when I use wildcard the windows lists all the projects which i already see within MPLAB , i wanna search for the ones that i cantt see in their respective folders .

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

Hi ,

Just to add to that.

All my projects are here C:\program files \ Microchip \ all project folders

This phenomena is happening on two separate computers, i am 100% sure i have administrative rights on both.

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

Hi ,

Yes i have found the files:

C:\Users\UserName\AppData\Local\VirtualStore\Program Files\Microchip

All the projects are there, now how to prevent Windows to put my projects there ??

Regards

ezflyr · Joined: 25 Oct 2010 Posts: 1019 Location: Tewksbury, MA

Hi,

You probably can't do that, at least easily.... My recommendation would be to just accept it, and find a way to live with it...... Life is too short to be
fighting battles with your Windows OS Sad

John

PS You found your files in essentially the exact path I gave you in my first reply. I told you then it wasn't going to be exact, and that you'd have to
play around a bit to find the exact location. I'm glad you finally did.....

oxo · Joined: 13 Nov 2012 Posts: 219 Location: France

Gurus are not what they used to be... Wink

Electronguru · Joined: 26 May 2013 Posts: 11

HI ,

No i dont agree ... " just accept it, and find a way to live with it"

If i run MPLAB in "run as Administrator" its keeps all your files where they should be .

You can also right-click in MPLAB and in properties set it to run as Administrator "

Thanks for the tips and advice

Regards,