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Build Powerful Apps for Desktop, Web, and Mobile

April 30, 2025
MESCIUS has released a preview of what's coming in the 2025 v1 release of ComponentOne Studio Enterprise.

ComponentOne Studio Enterprise (formerly ComponentOne Studio) is a comprehensive, flexible collection of performant, extensible .NET UI controls for mobile, web, and desktop. With ComponentOne Enterprise, you get every .NET platform, Data Service components and JavaScript controls with Wijmo Enterprise.

In this blog post, MESCIUS' Greg Lutz shows you the new and improved features that are coming soon with ComponentOne Studio Enterprise 2025 v1. This release is scheduled for early June and will include major enhancements for WinForms, WPF, Blazor, ASP.NET Core, and WinUI controls. The blog post also includes a roadmap of what's planned for 2025 v2 as well as the 2026 releases.

Read the complete blog to learn all about what's included in this upcoming release. Purchasing a license now - or renewing your current subscription - will ensure that you get these updates as soon as they are released.

ComponentOne Studio products are licensed per developer on a perpetual basis and include a 12 month subscription. Priority Support is also available. See our ComponentOne Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our ComponentOne Studio Enterprise product page.

Access Resources Without Leaving the PDF Viewer

April 29, 2025
Run external applications and open files directly from PDF documents using launch actions in your .NET solutions.

Launch Actions in a .NET PDF Viewer component allow external applications or files to be executed directly from within a PDF document when users interact with elements like links or annotations. This capability increases the interactivity of PDF solutions by enabling users to open related documents, access relevant tools, or initiate custom processes seamlessly, without leaving the viewer. By incorporating Launch Actions, .NET PDF Viewer components enhance the user experience, minimize context switching, and support document-driven automation across enterprise and application environments.

Several .NET PDF Viewer Components offer launch actions including:

  • DevExpress WinForms PDF Viewer (part of DevExpress WinForms) lets you trigger external applications or open files directly from PDF documents.
  • Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS allows you to seamlessly execute external programs or launch files via embedded Launch Actions in PDF content.
  • XFINIUM.PDF MOBILE EDITION facilitates reliable Launch Action execution, enabling PDFs to activate external resources or applications on mobile platforms effortlessly.
  • Syncfusion WPF PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) supports automated external file access or application startup from within PDF documents.

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

Compare .NET PDF Viewer Components

Create, Modify, and Remove SmartArt Graphics

April 29, 2025
Syncfusion Essential Studio WPF 2025 Volume 1 now allows users to generate and manage complex visual content in Word documents.

Syncfusion Essential Studio WPF (available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) is a powerful suite of over 95 UI controls, 50+ charts, and document processing libraries designed to boost the development of high-performance line-of-business applications for the Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) framework. With built-in themes, touch-friendly interfaces, and seamless Visual Studio integration, it empowers developers to craft modern, feature-rich, and cross-platform experiences with ease.

The Syncfusion Essential Studio WPF 2025 Volume 1 release improves the Word Library by adding programmatic support for creating, modifying, and removing SmartArt graphics in Word documents. This feature allows developers to dynamically generate several types of SmartArt diagrams, including hierarchical structures and process flows, directly through code. By automating the manipulation of SmartArt graphics, organizations can improve the creation of complex documents, maintain consistency in visual presentations, and reduce the reliance on manual editing, thereby improving efficiency and accuracy in document management processes.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Volume 1, see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio WPF is available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise which is licensed per developer starting with a Team License of up to five developers. It is available as a 12 Month Timed Subscription License which includes support and maintenance. See our Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our Syncfusion Essential Studio WPF product page.

Deliver Superior Scheduling in Blazor Apps

April 28, 2025
From recurring events to real-time updates, these flexible .NET Blazor scheduling controls simplify task planning and improve team coordination.

Scheduling controls offer an intuitive interface for efficient task, appointment, and resource management. Real-time updates, automated scheduling, and conflict detection ensure seamless team and workflow coordination. Users can personalize views, preferences, and recurring events, enhancing productivity and user experience. Integrated with backend systems and APIs, these tools support dynamic data, making them ideal for workforce management, appointment booking, and project planning in industries such as healthcare, finance, and customer service.

Several .NET Blazor User Interface suites offer scheduling controls including:

  • Nevron Open Vision for .NET provides advanced scheduling functionalities with customizable calendar views and appointment management.
  • jQWidgets offers a comprehensive suite of widgets, including a scheduler for event management, resource booking, and customizable time scales.
  • DevExpress ASP.NET and Blazor provides robust scheduling controls enabling interactive appointment management, resource scheduling, and integration with data sources.
  • Telerik UI for Blazor facilitates intuitive scheduling with rich event handling, customizable views (day, week, month), and recurring appointment support for Blazor applications.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our .NET Blazor UI suites comparison.

Compare .NET Blazor UI Suites

Enhance PDF Accessibility with Custom Role Mapping

April 28, 2025
Syncfusion Essential Studio Windows Forms 2025 Volume 1 updates the PDF Library with support for custom role mapping in tagged PDFs.

Syncfusion Essential Studio Windows Forms (available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) is a powerful UI component suite designed to enhance your WinForms development. It boasts over 100 high-performance controls, ranging from essential grids and charts to advanced schedulers and diagrams, enabling you to craft visually appealing and feature-rich applications with ease. Its extensive customization options and built-in themes allow for tailored user experiences, while touch-friendly design ensures seamless interaction across devices.

The Syncfusion Essential Studio Windows Forms 2025 Volume 1 release improves the PDF library by introducing support for custom role mapping in tagged PDF documents. This advancement allows developers to define specific roles for structural elements, ensuring that the document's semantic structure aligns with accessibility standards such as PDF/UA (ISO 14289-1). By enabling precise role assignments, screen readers and other assistive technologies can more accurately interpret and navigate the content, thereby improving the reading experience for users with disabilities.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Volume 1, see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio Windows Forms is available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise which is licensed per developer starting with a Team License of up to five developers. It is available as a 12 Month Timed Subscription License which includes support and maintenance. See our Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our Syncfusion Essential Studio Windows Forms product page.