How to Download and Enable Extensions LightSwitch Visual Studio 2012

This article describes how to download and enable extensions in LightSwitch using Visual Studio 2012.

Step 1

Open Solution Explorer.

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Step 2

In Solution Explorer, right-click on the data sources and choose "Add Table".

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Step 3

The table appears.

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Step 4

In the Solution Explorer, right-click on "Screens" and choose "Add Screen".

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Step 5

Select the EditableGrid Screen from the Screen Templates. Provide Screen information and click "OK".

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Step 6

The EditableEmployee Grid Designer appears.

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Step 7

From the Tools menu, select "Extensions and Updates".

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Step 8

A window appears. Select the Online Tab from several extensions.

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Step 9

Select the Extension you want and click on the download button.

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Step 10

After downloading, go to the Solution Explorer and right-click or double-click to open the property window.

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Step 11

Select the Extension Tab to enable the extension.

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