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Use projects to group together LabVIEW files and non-LabVIEW files, create build specifications, and deploy or download files to targets.

You must use a project to build applications and shared libraries. You also must use a project to work with an RT, FPGA, PDA, Touch Panel, DSP, or embedded target. The LabVIEW Real-Time, FPGA, PDA, Touch Panel, and DSP Modules add functionality to the LabVIEW development system and must be purchased separately. Refer to the specific module documentation for more information about using projects with a module.

Complete the following steps to create a project.

1. Select File»New Project to display the Project Explorer window. You also can select Project»New Project or select Empty Project in the New dialog box to display the Project Explorer window.
2. Add items you want to include in the project under a target, such as My Computer.
3. Select File»Save to save the project. Select File»Save All (this Project) to save all items in the current project.

You also can use the Project:New method to create a new project programmatically.