.NET 7 WinForms News

Streamline Workflows with Word to PDF Conversion

April 3, 2024
Let your app convert Microsoft Word files to PDF, making documents more accessible and easier for users to share across devices.

Word to PDF functionality within a PDF component refers to the ability to convert Microsoft Word documents (.docx) into Portable Document Format (PDF) files directly within your software application. This embedded conversion capability offers developers several advantages. It streamlines the document handling process by eliminating the need for external tools or libraries. It also ensures compatibility, as the conversion occurs entirely within your program. This can be particularly useful for applications where users interact with both Word documents and PDFs.

Several .NET PDF components allow you to convert Word files to PDF including:

  • DevExpress PDF Document API (part of DevExpress Office File API) streamlines Word to PDF conversion within your .NET applications.
  • Telerik UI PDF for WinForms (part of Telerik UI for WinForms) offers a comprehensive library for generating PDFs, including conversion from Word documents.
  • ImageGear for .NET by Accusoft empowers developers with a robust toolkit for image and document processing, including Word to PDF conversion.
  • Syncfusion Windows Forms PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) facilitates seamless Word to PDF conversion within your .NET projects.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET PDF components.

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Simplify Complex Data Sets with 3D Charts

April 2, 2024
Break free from the limitations of flat data by enabling users to explore relationships and patterns in a 3D data visualization.

3D charts excel at showcasing complex datasets with three variables. By adding depth, they allow viewers to grasp intricate relationships between these variables that might be difficult to decipher in a flat, 2D format. This enhanced visualization can reveal patterns and trends that would otherwise remain hidden, leading to a deeper understanding of the data.

Several WinForms Chart controls offer 3D charts including:

  • DevExpress WinForms Chart (part of DevExpress WinForms) allows you to create impressive 3D charts for in-depth data exploration.
  • ComponentOne Charts for WinForms (part of ComponentOne Studio WinForms by MESCIUS) offers interactive 3D visualizations to enhance your applications.
  • Syncfusion WinForms Chart (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) empowers you to design impactful 3D charts for clear data communication.
  • Infragistics Windows Forms Charts (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for WinForms) enables you to build informative 3D charts to showcase complex data.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our WinForms Chart controls comparison.

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Create Visually Engaging 3D Object Simulations

March 21, 2024
Eyeshot 2024 adds a MultiFastMesh feature that combines all simulation meshes into one entity with support for on-demand sub-mesh visibility.

Eyeshot by devDept Software empowers you to integrate robust CAD functionalities into your .NET applications. Supporting both Windows Forms and WPF natively, it offers a comprehensive suite of tools accessible through the Visual Studio toolbox. These include Design for 2D/3D geometry creation and editing, Drawing for automatic 2D view generation, Simulation for geometry validation, and Manufacture for CNC toolpath generation and simulation.

The Eyeshot 2024 release introduces MultiFastMesh, a solution specifically designed to address a prevalent challenge in CAD applications - visualizing complex 3D objects comprised of numerous sub-parts. Traditionally, merging these sub-parts into a single mesh enhances performance but eliminates control over individual sub-mesh visibility and color. MultiFastMesh bridges this gap, offering the combined benefits of efficient single-mesh rendering and the flexibility of maintaining control over individual sub-meshes.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024, see our release notes.

Eyeshot is licensed per developer and is available as an annual license, with either Lite or Priority support. See our licensing pages for Eyeshot Pro, Eyeshot Ultimate, and Eyeshot Fem for full details.

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Make Your Dashboards More Dynamic and Insightful

March 20, 2024
Stimulsoft Dashboards.WIN 2024.2 adds support for parameters in element filters, enabling users to access filter values directly in dashboards.

Stimulsoft Dashboards is a versatile suite of tools for crafting interactive data visualizations for web and desktop applications. It empowers developers to embed intuitive dashboards across various platforms, using platform-specific components or a centralized cloud designer. With rich data analysis elements, extensive customization options, and pre-built templates, Stimulsoft Dashboards helps you transform complex data into clear, actionable insights for any audience.

The Stimulsoft Dashboards.WIN 2024.2 release adds new functionality for working with filters in your dashboards. You can now include parameters when applying filters, allowing those parameters to capture the chosen filter values. This means you can access these filter values directly within report variables or other dashboard elements, creating a more dynamic and interconnected user experience.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024.2, see our release notes.

Stimulsoft Dashboards.WIN is licensed per developer and is available as a Perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our Stimulsoft Dashboards.WIN licensing page for full details.

Stimulsoft Dashboards.WIN is available to buy in the following products:

Enhance Code Readability with Smart Indentation

March 8, 2024
AlterNET Studio v9.5.2 adds smart indentation support for C/C++, Java, Lua, PowerShell, and R LSP parsers, saving time and boosting maintainability.

AlterNET Studio is a development toolkit designed specifically for .NET developers building Windows Forms or WPF applications. It provides a suite of components that integrate seamlessly into your applications, offering functionalities like advanced code editing with features akin to Microsoft Visual Studio, scripting capabilities in various languages for extending application logic, and a visual form designer for crafting user interfaces.

The AlterNET Studio v9.5.2 update brings a significant improvement for developers working with C/C++, Java, Lua, PowerShell, and R code with the introduction of smart indentation support for their respective LSP parsers. This new feature ensures that indentation is automatically adjusted based on the code structure, enhancing readability and maintainability. By automating indentation, developers can focus on writing logic and functionality rather than manually managing indentation levels, which can be especially time-consuming and error-prone in complex codebases.

To see a full list of what's new in v9.5.2, see our release notes.

AlterNET Studio is licensed per developer. A license is only required when developing and compiling applications that use AlterNET Studio; end-users or testers of compiled applications do not require a license. The perpetual license includes a one-year subscription which entitles you to free updates to all new versions during the subscription period. See our AlterNET Studio licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our AlterNET Studio product page.