Creating parameters with defult values

[kstemwell]

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I am have been using the 'Edit Parameters' dialog box (which it great by the way) and am trying to create a parameter that works like 'Write-Host -ForegroundColor availablecolors'.

What I mean is when you use the -ForegroundColor switch and use the tap key or drop down (depending on environment) you have the available options of the different default colors.

I want to create a parameter that works just like that.

Is this possible using the 'Edit Parameters' wizard and if so what steps are involved to make this happen?

Thanks

[DevinL]

If I understand correctly, you're wanting to use the 'Edit Parameters' dialog to create a window similar to this?

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If that's what you're trying to achieve, it depends entirely upon where you're wanting this information displayed. My recommendation to you is to use a ValidateSet() and give the parameter a limited set of colors that are available for use.

For example, you can do this in the 'Edit Parameters' dialog like so:

1. First, you're going to want to add the parameter how you want it, then select edit:

   

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2. In the resulting dialog, in the Validation panel click Add -> Validate Set:

   

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When you get the empty box to appear, enter the possible values line by line and when you save it all, it should work similar to this:

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[kstemwell]

That is exactly what I need.

Thanks

[DevinL]

No problem, I'm glad that's what you needed.

If you have any further issues, please don't hesitate to post again.

[davidc]

If you use the System.Drawing.Color type, PowerShell Studio will automatically list the available colors.

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1. [System.Drawing.Color]$color

This way you don't have to create a ValidationSet.