The following functions access the address book. Run the examples for these functions.
MAPIAddress() - displays a standard address list dialog box
MAPIDetails() - displays detail for a given contact
An OLE control may be available for displaying the address book. Instead of coding the MAPI functions, it may be possible to drop an OLE control on a form, set the OLE control class, and take advantage of the built in functionality of the control. Before distributing the control, check whether the manufacturer of the control allows distribution or whether you need to pay a licensing fee. Sample control classes that may be on your computer are:
OutlookExpress.MessageList - the message list for Outlook Express
OVCtl.OVCtl - the Microsoft Outlook View Control
In combination with the other MAPI functions, a full-fledged email manager, supported by an OpenInsight database capabilities, can be written.
