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Extract Content from Kindle Files

December 6, 2023
GroupDocs.Parser V23.11 adds support for Kindle document formats, enabling text and metadata extraction from Kindle eBooks and documents.

GroupDocs.Parser is a comprehensive document parsing solution that enables you to extract text, metadata, and images from a wide range of document formats, including PDF, DOC, DOCX, PPT, PPTX, XLS, XLSX, ODT, ODS, RTF, and EPUB.

GroupDocs.Parser V23.11 adds support for Kindle document formats, which enables developers to extract text, metadata, and images from Kindle ebooks and files. Developers can now effectively process and analyze Kindle documents, extracting valuable information for various applications, such as document search and indexing, data integration, and workflow automation.

To see a full list of what's new in GroupDocs.Parser V23.11, see our release notes.

GroupDocs.Parser is available to buy in the following products:

Telerik Separates ASP.NET Core and MVC Suites

December 5, 2023
Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core and Telerik UI for ASP.NET MVC are now available to purchase individually, giving developers greater flexibility.

Telerik is a leading software company that offers development tools for web, mobile, and desktop applications. It also provides tools and subscription services for cross-platform application development. Telerik products are used by developers all over the world to create high-quality, user-friendly applications.

Previously, the company's ASP.NET Core and ASP.NET MVC products were only available as part of a bundled package that also included the Kendo UI JavaScript library. However, Telerik is now offering these products individually, giving developers greater flexibility and control over their choice of development tools.

Both products offer 110+ UI components to help developers create high-quality, user-friendly applications, including a wide range of components, such as grids, charts, trees, and editors.

Developers who need access to additional platforms such as Blazor, MAUI, WinForms, WPF, and JavaScript in addition to ASP.NET Core and MVC may be interested in the multi-platform Telerik DevCraft product range:

Enhance Data Input Accuracy in WPF Apps

November 30, 2023
Masked text boxes restrict user input to a predefined format, ensuring consistent and error-free information entry.

A masked text box is a data editor that requires the user to input data in a specific format. This control is particularly useful in forms where consistency and accuracy of data are critical, such as phone numbers or social security numbers. The mask ensures that the input conforms to a predefined pattern, reducing errors and streamlining data entry processes.

Several WPF data editor components provide masked input text boxes including:

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our WPF Data Editors comparison.

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Enhance Teamwork with PDF Annotation Editing

November 29, 2023
IronPDF for .NET v2023.12.6 makes it easier to collaborate on documents with the ability to access and modify annotations in a PDF file.

IronPDF for .NET is a versatile PDF library that is compatible with .NET 5, 6, 7, .NET Core, Standard, and .NET Framework. Designed for C#, F#, and VB.NET, it empowers developers to effortlessly generate, format, edit, and extract content from PDF documents. IronPDF faithfully renders HTML, CSS, images, and JavaScript, closely mimicking Google Chrome's output.

IronPDF for .NET 2023.12.6 adds a new Annotations API which enables you to retrieve and edit document annotations. Once retrieved, you can change the value of the annotation properties such as its title, contents as well as the X and Y coordinates via the PdfDocument.Annotations collection. The use of these sticky-note-like comments provide a convenient way to add further information, reminders and feedback throughout the PDF document. With this, your applications can offer their users a more effective means of collaboration.

To see a full list of what's new in 2023.12.6, see our release notes.

IronPDF for .NET is available to buy in the following products:

Send Emails from .NET 7 Apps via SMTP

November 29, 2023
Use the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol to integrate email sending capabilities into your .NET 7 applications.

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is the standard protocol for sending emails across the Internet. Within the context of communications and messaging, SMTP plays a pivotal role in the email delivery process, acting as the postal service for emails. It works closely with protocols like IMAP and POP3, which are used for email retrieval, ensuring a complete system for email communication.

Several .NET 7 communications components provide SMTP functionality including:

  • IPWorks .NET Edition by /n software includes a robust SMTP component, offering reliable email sending and server management.
  • Rebex Secure Mail for .NET is a versatile SMTP library with advanced features like encryption, authentication and message composition.
  • PowerTCP Mail for .NET by Dart Communications is a high-performance .NET SMTP component for demanding email applications.
  • SocketTools .NET Edition by Catalyst Development Corp. is a lightweight SMTP component for sending emails offering ease of use and quick integration.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our .NET 7 Communications and Messaging comparison.

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