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Create a Visual C# Windows Forms Application with the following user interface: 1. Implement a simple calculator shown in the picture above. Meaning of symbols are: 2. You may assume that users will enter numbers (integer or double) only in the Text Boxes for the First Operand and Second Operand. 3. For each operator field, if the field is blank, show a message box. 4. If a user clicks an operator button, show the calculation result in the Text Box labeled Result. Users may see the result, but cannot edit the result. At the same time, each calculation log will be added to the Calculation History List Box as shown in the interface screen above. (Caution: The % Button should calculate MODULO - not PERCENTAGE!) 5. According to the choice in the Check Boxes or Radio Buttons, show/hide the corresponding button. 6. If Move Result to First Operand button is clicked, move the value in the Result field to First Operand field. 7. If Clear All Calculation Fields button is clicked, clear all three text boxes, Result, First Operand, and Second Operand fields. 8. If Clear Current Fields button is clicked, clear the text box where the cursor is placed. 9. If Clear History button is clicked, clear the entire contents in this Calculation History List Box. 10. If Delete Selected Item (Single Selection) is clicked, remove the currently selected item in the List Box. You may assume that users always will make a single selection. 11. For other details, follow the interface in Microsoft Office programs.

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Implementing a fully functional calculator as described involves developing a Windows Forms application in C# with a well-designed user interface and comprehensive event handling. This solution outlines the key components, logic, and structure necessary for such an application, ensuring it adheres to the specified functionalities and user interactions.

Introduction

The proposed calculator application blends core arithmetic operations with user-friendly interface elements to facilitate efficient calculations and history tracking. The application ensures robust input validation, user feedback, dynamic interface behavior, and effective management of iterative calculations. Its design follows Windows Forms development best practices, emphasizing clarity and maintainability.

Design Components and User Interface

The application interface includes the following controls:

  • Text Boxes: First Operand, Second Operand, Result
  • Operator Buttons: +, -, *, /, %, etc.
  • Calculation Log List Box: Displays past calculations.
  • Buttons: Move Result to First Operand, Clear All Fields, Clear Current Field, Clear History, Delete Selected Item.
  • Check Boxes or Radio Buttons: To show/hide specific calculator buttons dynamically.

Core Logic and Implementation

Input Validation

The application verifies that the First Operand and Second Operand fields contain numeric inputs before performing calculations. If either is blank or contains invalid data, the application displays a message box alerting the user to provide valid inputs.

Calculation Handling

Each operator button has an event handler that:

  • Checks if both operand fields are filled.
  • Parses the inputs to double to accommodate both integers and floating-point numbers.
  • Performs the calculation based on the operator clicked.
  • Displays the result in the Result Text Box, which is read-only to prevent user editing.
  • Logs the calculation in the List Box in a formatted manner like "operand1 operator operand2 = result".

Special Operations

The modulo operator '%' calculates the remainder of the division between the first and second operands, not percentage. For example, 10 % 3 equals 1.

Dynamic Interface Control

Radio buttons or check boxes toggle the visibility of specific calculator buttons. Event handlers for these controls show or hide buttons accordingly, providing a customizable interface.

Additional Functionality

  • Move Result to First Operand: When clicked, transfers the current result to the first operand Text Box for subsequent calculations.
  • Clear All Fields: Clears all three operand and result Text Boxes, resetting the calculator for a fresh start.
  • Clear Current Field: Clears the Text Box where the cursor currently resides, useful for quick corrections.
  • Clear History: Empties the List Box displaying past calculations.
  • Delete Selected Item: Removes the selected calculation from history, assuming single selection is always made.

Event Handling and User Feedback

The application responds to button clicks with appropriate event handlers, ensuring a smooth user experience with minimal errors or confusion. Message boxes inform users of required inputs or invalid operations, while the List Box maintains an accurate log of calculations, enhancing usability and productivity.

Conclusion

This calculator combines essential arithmetic functions with flexible interface controls, enabling efficient calculations and easy management of calculation history. Proper validation, dynamic control visibility, and clear user feedback are critical for creating a reliable and user-friendly Windows Forms application in C# as specified.

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