.NET 7 WinForms News

Navigate Charts with a Flexible Zoom Window

October 29, 2025
LightningChart .NET v12.4.1 adds LiteZoomBar, enabling users to view full datasets while focusing on key areas to reveal patterns in complex data.

LightningChart .NET is a high-performance data visualization library designed for .NET developers working with WPF, WinForms, and UWP applications. It offers GPU-accelerated rendering for smooth real-time visualization of massive datasets, exceeding billions of data points. This library supports a wide variety of chart types, including 2D, 3D, polar, and geographic maps, along with extensive customization options for each. LightningChart .NET is a powerful tool for developers creating demanding data visualization applications requiring exceptional performance.

The LightningChart .NET v12.4.1 update enhances data visualization and navigation, allowing developers to display an overview of the entire dataset alongside a zoomed-in chart view - improving context awareness when analyzing large or complex data. The new LiteZoomBar offers a lightweight, memory-efficient alternative for applications requiring optimized performance. This tool provides greater control and efficiency in exploring and interpreting chart data.

To see a full list of what's new in v12.4.1, see our release notes.

LightningChart .NET is available per developer in packages for either WPF, WinForms, UWP or all 3. Each package comes as a subscription license (with 1 or 2 years of limited support), or a perpetual license (with 1 or 2 years of Standard or Premium support). Floating licenses and site licenses are available upon request. See our LightningChart .NET licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our LightningChart .NET product page.

Organize Spreadsheets with Grouping and Filtering

October 23, 2025
Easily organize, explore, and analyze data with intuitive grouping and filtering tools that create collapsible outlines in spreadsheets.

Grouping and filtering are key spreadsheet tools that make data easier to manage and analyze. Grouping combines related rows or columns into collapsible sections for clearer summaries. Filtering displays only the information that meets specific conditions, helping focus on what matters most. Together, these features improve data management, reduce visual clutter, and enhance analytical clarity.

Several .NET WinForms spreadsheet controls contain data filtering and grouping controls including:

  • DevExpress WinForms Spreadsheet (part of DevExpress WinForms) lets you efficiently organize and analyze large datasets by grouping and filtering data.
  • Spread.NET WinForms (part of Spread.NET by MESCIUS) allows you to manage complex spreadsheets with intuitive grouping and advanced filtering for focused data analysis.
  • Infragistics WinForms Spreadsheet (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms) facilitates data exploration through grouping and precise filtering.
  • MindFusion.Spreadsheet for WinForms enables streamlined data management with collapsible grouping and targeted filtering to simplify data review.

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

Compare .NET WinForms Spreadsheet Controls

Bring Cross-Platform Reporting to Your App

October 22, 2025
List & Label 31 extends your app’s reach with reporting that runs smoothly on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.

List & Label by combit is a software development toolkit that empowers developers to integrate comprehensive reporting functionalities into their desktop, web, and cloud applications. It offers features such as data binding, complex data visualization, and a user-friendly report designer, along with printing, exporting, and previewing capabilities. List & Label operates independently of programming languages and data sources, providing developers with the flexibility to design and deliver informative reports within their development environment.

The List & Label 31 update introduces cross-platform reporting, enabling developers to design, generate, and distribute reports across Windows, macOS, Linux, and web environments. This enhancement ensures consistent performance, layout accuracy, and data representation on every platform while reducing the need for multiple platform-specific implementations. By unifying the reporting process within a single framework, developers can deliver a cohesive reporting experience to all users, regardless of their operating system.

To see a full list of what's new in version 31, see our release notes.

List & Label is licensed per developer and is available as a Perpetual License with a 12 month support and maintenance subscription. See our List & Label licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our List & Label Enterprise Reporting Edition product page.

Complete Forms Effortlessly with Built-In PDF Editing

October 21, 2025
Enable users to complete, validate, and submit form fields directly within PDF documents for faster, more accurate digital workflows.

Filling out PDF form fields allows users to enter information directly into interactive elements within a PDF document such as text boxes, checkboxes, dropdowns, and signature fields. This functionality transforms static PDFs into dynamic fillable forms that can be completed digitally, reducing the need for printing or manual data entry. The ability to fill, validate, and submit forms directly within a PDF viewer improves efficiency, accuracy, and user experience while supporting accessibility and cross-platform use. Common use cases include completing applications, registration forms, surveys, contracts, and approval documents, making it an essential feature for businesses looking to streamline document-driven workflows.

Several .NET WinForms PDF Viewers feature support for form filling, including:

  • DevExpress WinForms PDF Viewer (part of DevExpress WinForms) lets you complete and submit interactive PDF forms directly within applications.
  • Telerik UI PDF for WinForms (part of Telerik UI for WinForms) enables users to enter, validate, and manage form data seamlessly within PDFs.
  • PDFView4NET Windows Forms Edition allows you to fill, edit, and save PDF form fields with ease, supporting dynamic, data-driven document interaction.
  • Syncfusion Windows Forms PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) facilitates efficient form filling, validation, and submission inside PDF documents.

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

Compare .NET WinForms PDF Viewers

Refine Report Design with Updated Ribbon Controls

October 17, 2025
FastReport .NET Ultimate 2026.1 brings a modern, intuitive Ribbon UI to your reports for faster design and a more polished user experience.

FastReport .NET Ultimate is a comprehensive reporting solution for developers working within the Microsoft .NET ecosystem. It supports the creation, design, and delivery of rich, interactive reports across Windows Forms, ASP.NET, MVC, and .NET Core applications. The Ultimate edition includes server deployment capabilities and extensive export options, such as PDF, Excel, Word, and HTML. It connects to various data sources, including SQL databases and business objects, providing flexibility for enterprise-level reporting. With the integrated FastReport Online Designer, users can edit reports directly in their browsers, enabling efficient collaboration and modern, full-featured report design across both desktop and web platforms.

The FastReport .NET Ultimate 2026.1 update introduces an improved Ribbon interface and a new 'RibbonDesignerControl', giving developers a more intuitive and efficient report design experience. The redesigned Ribbon UI offers a cleaner, more structured layout that simplifies access to tools and settings, improving usability and reducing development time. This addition allows developers to integrate the same modern Ribbon interface directly into their own applications, providing a consistent and familiar design environment for end users. This enhancement supports smoother workflows, greater customization, and a more professional user experience across both desktop and web reporting solutions.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2026.1, see our release notes.

FastReport .NET Ultimate is licensed per named user and is available as a perpetual license with a one-year subscription for updates and support. See our FastReport .NET Ultimate licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our FastReport .NET Ultimate product page.