Question : status bar in MFC

I am trying to create a status bar that doesn't include the default message area, only my customized indicators/text. How can I remove "pane 0" from the bar or, alternately, change its style so it is sunken and be able to alter the text using UI_UPDATE

Answer : status bar in MFC

Here is your answer!
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q110/5/05.asp