DLL to Lib FAQs

UniView FAQs

General FAQs

Q: What's DLL to Lib?
A: DLL to Lib is a magical tool which can convert a DLL file into its equivalent static library file. After that, you can replace the original DLL with the static library file, rebuild your application, and distribute it without the DLL! The most exciting thing is that the conversion process DOES NOT require any source codes of the DLL! All works are done from binary to binary. DLL to Lib will rebuild programming interface identical to the functions exported by the DLL and reconstruct the necessary symbol tables, string tables and reference tables from the DLL to make a valid static library for you! Incredible? OK, click here to know more about DLL to Lib.

Q: What's the required running platform for DLL to Lib?
A: DLL to Lib requires PC computer with Intel 486 or higher CPU, at least 4MB RAM memory and 20MB hard disk spaces. DLL to Lib can work on Window NT 3.1 or later for NT series and Windows 95 or later for Windows 9x series.

Q: What's the development environment for the static library generated by DLL to Lib?
A: After the DLL has been converted into a static library, the static library can be built into your application. Currently, DLL to Lib can only generate COFF format static libraries, which are compatible with Visual C++ 4.1 or higher versions. This means your project can use the generated static libraries in Visual C++ 4.1 or higher versions of Microsoft Visual C++ development tools, or all other development tools that support COFF format static libraries.

Q: Which types of DLLs can be converted by DLL to Lib?
A: DLL to Lib can convert all 32-bit PE-format DLLs, including Component Object Model(COM) based DLLs. The DLL can be developed by all kinds of development tools, including Microsoft Visual C++, Borland C++, Watcom C++, Borland Delphi, Visual Basic, Visual Foxpro, etc. as long as it is a standard PE format dynamic link library.

Q: Can the static libraries generated by DLL to Lib be used in Borland C++ or Watcom C++?
A: Currently DLL to Lib can only generate COFF-format static libraries. Since Borland C++ and Watcom C++ use Intel's OMF-format libraries. You must convert the static libraries generated by DLL to Lib into OMF format before using them in Borland C++ or Watcom C++.

Q: My DLL is converted by DLL to Lib successfully. But I cannot use it in my project. Why?
A: If your encounter compile or link errors, please see "Resolve symbols" and "Add import library to your project" topics in "Technical Notes" of the help document. If you encounter run-time errors, such as unexpected exceptions, please see "Problems" topic for possible reasons and solutions. If you still cannot solve the problem, please contact our technical supports: support@binary-soft.com.

Q: Why register DLL to Lib?
A: DLL to Lib has two versions, the unregistered version and registered version.

The unregistered version can be evaluated for 30 days free of charge, and can be redistributed freely, as long as you keep all the files intact. The unregistered version is a "full-featured" release. This means that the same capabilities available in the registered version are present in the unregistered version. This allows you to try out all the features in DLL to Lib to confirm that they work to your satisfaction.

After 30 days, if you decide to keep the software, you must register with us by purchasing the registered version. The registration entitles you free technical support and upgrade discounts to the software.

In addition, by registering the software, you provide us with the resources and incentive to support the software with updates and to develop additional quality shareware products in the future.

Q: How much is it?
A: The prices of DLL to Lib are listed as follows:

• Single developer license(99.95 USD)
• Five developer license(399.95 USD)
• Ten developer license(599.95 USD)
• Site license(999.95 USD)

where site license entitles an unlimited number of developers at one geographical site delimited
by a radius of 50 kilometers.

Q: How to register DLL to Lib?
A: You can use the following secure Internet order page to pay the registration fee and get the registered version of DLL to Lib:

http://www.shareit.com/product.html?productid=301011934

We accept all major credit cards, fax/phone orders, mail orders, purchase orders and wire/bank transfer.

Q: What happens after I send in the order?
A: You will receive an e-mail confirming your order shortly after sending the online order form. Then, within 24 hours, you will receive a second e-mail containing the URL to the registered version, as well as detailed instructions to activate the registered version.

If you have any problems in registration, please email us at sales@binary-soft.com. Please include your name, address, email address, and order confirmation number (if you have it). We will be happy to help you.

Q: How to upgrade my Binary Soft products?
A: Currently UniView can be upgraded free for all registered users. You can send an e-mail to sales@binary-soft.com including the following contents:

1.Company Name
2.User Name
3.E-mail
4.Address
5.The version of your Products
6.Registration Code

Then you will receive a download link to the newest version of the products and the corresponding registration code.

Q: Where can I get the newest versions of Binary Soft products?
A: The newest versions of Binary Soft products can always be downloaded from our website, i.e.
http://www.binary-soft.com/download.htm. If you encounter difficulties in downloading or visiting our website, please contact support@binary-soft.com.