# Unexpected error with HPS::VisualEffectsKit after downloading newer versions of HOOPS Visualize, and Exchange

**URL:** <https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773>\
**Category:** HOOPS Visualize Desktop\
**Tags:** exchange, parasolid\
**Created:** [July 19, 2025, 9:45am UTC](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773 "2025-07-19T09:45:18Z")\
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**Author:** ![koa228](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ac8455/32.png) [@koa228](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/u/koa228)\
**Post date:** [July 19, 2025, 9:45am UTC](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773/1 "2025-07-19T09:45:18Z")

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Hello,

I am working with HOOPS Visualize, Exchange, and Parasolid integration using the following references:

- [HOOPS Visualize - Exchange & Parasolid Integration Samples](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/hoops-visualize-exchange-parasolid-integration-samples/2004)
- [GitHub - mfc\_sandbox\_HE-Ps](https://github.com/toshi-bata/mfc_sandbox_HE-Ps)

I just downloaded the latest versions of HOOPS Visualize, and Exchange. However, upon building the project, unexpected errors occurred in `properties.h` which didn’t happen in previous versions.

The errors are related to `HPS::VisualEffectsKit`:

 ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/uploads/techsoft3d/original/2X/4/48eac88c32887ebd8563aa7ae9c48bfa129e1570.png)

It seems these methods have been removed or deprecated in the newer versions. Could you please take a look or suggest any troubleshooting steps? **Commenting out the related code does allow the project to build** , but I’m not sure how that might affect downstream functionality.

I would truly appreciate your guidance and support.

Kind regards,  
Kazi

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**Author:** ![mike](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.techsoft3d.com/mike/32/228_2.png) [@mike](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/u/mike)\
**Post date:** [July 21, 2025, 11:59pm UTC](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773/2 "2025-07-21T23:59:49Z")

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In the HPS 2025.5.0 release, the Set, Show and `UnsetAntiAliasing` methods in the `VisualEffectsKit` and `VIsualEffectsControl` classes were split into Set, Show and `UnsetLinesAntiAliasing` and Set, Show and `UnsetScreenAntiAliasing` methods.

These changes are not reflected in the GitHub project you referenced. Until it’s updated, you could either update the code properties.h or use 2025.4.0.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Mike

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**Author:** ![Toshi-TS3D](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.techsoft3d.com/toshi-ts3d/32/885_2.png) [@Toshi-TS3D](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/u/Toshi-TS3D)\
**Post date:** [July 22, 2025, 2:49am UTC](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773/3 "2025-07-22T02:49:57Z")

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> [@koa228](#):
>
> It seems these methods have been removed or deprecated in the newer versions. Could you please take a look or suggest any troubleshooting steps? **Commenting out the related code does allow the project to build** , but I’m not sure how that might affect downstream functionality.
> 
> I would truly appreciate your guidance and support.
> 
> Kind regards,  
> Kazi

Hi Kazi,

Thank you for reaching out.

Yes, this issue is likely related to the HOOPS Visualize SDK version update. When upgrading to a newer version of HOOPS Visualize, certain API changes—such as deprecations or removals like HPS::VisualEffectsKit—can cause compatibility issues, especially in shared sample code.  
Updating `\samples\mfc_sandbox\properties.h` ensures you are using a version aligned with the current API surface.

Also, I’ve updated the GitHub repository (mfc\_sandbox\_HE-Ps) to be compatible with HOOPS Visualize 2025.5.0.  
If you’re using that version, please make sure you pull the latest changes from GitHub to ensure full compatibility.

Best regards,  
Toshi

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**Author:** ![koa228](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ac8455/32.png) [@koa228](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/u/koa228)\
**Post date:** [July 22, 2025, 4:34am UTC](https://forum.techsoft3d.com/t/unexpected-error-with-hps-visualeffectskit-after-downloading-newer-versions-of-hoops-visualize-and-exchange/4773/4 "2025-07-22T04:34:43Z")

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Hi Toshi and Mike,

Thank you both very much for the quick and helpful responses.

The updated properties.h worked perfectly, everything is running smoothly now with HOOPS Visualize 2025.5.0.

I really appreciate your support and guidance!

Kind regards,  
Kazi