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Unveil Data Insights with Surface Charts

January 22, 2024
Help users understand complex data interactions by adding intuitive 3D visualizations to your WPF applications.

Surface charts are graphical representations that depict three-dimensional data in a two-dimensional format, typically using a grid of rows and columns. These charts provide a visual representation of how two independent variables (typically represented on the X and Y axes) influence a dependent variable, represented by the height or color of the surface. The primary benefit of surface charts lies in their ability to reveal complex relationships within datasets, making it easier for analysts and decision-makers to grasp patterns and trends. Surface charts offer a valuable tool for analyzing data in fields such as scientific research, engineering, finance, and various other domains.

Several WPF chart controls offer Surface charts including:

  • DevExpress WPF Chart (part of DevExpress WPF) allows you to create surface charts with smooth gradients, interactive rotations, and endless customization options.
  • ComponentOne Charts for WPF (part of ComponentOne Studio WPF by MESCIUS) offers interactive 3D surface charts, featuring customizable gradients, rotations, and lighting.
  • LightningChart .NET lets you use surface charts to sculpt data landscapes, uncover hidden patterns, and personalize with interactive rotations, zooms, and customization options.
  • Infragistics WPF Charts (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF) allows you to transform multidimensional data into visually compelling surface charts.
  • Syncfusion WPF Chart (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) provides you with immersive 3D surface charts, with customizable shading, lighting, and rotations.

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

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Boost Usability with Visual Selection in JS Apps

January 22, 2024
Image ListBox controls improve user experience and aesthetics by offering visual cues to aid in item selection.

Image listboxes transcend the limitations of traditional listboxes by incorporating image previews alongside textual labels. This creates an intuitive browsing experience, enabling users to quickly identify and select an option with visual cues. This is particularly useful for applications where visual selection enhances the user experience, such as choosing products in an e-commerce platform or selecting avatars in user profiles. It combines the clarity of images with the efficiency of a listbox to streamline selection processes.

Several JavaScript data editor collections provide image listbox capabilities including:

  • DevExtreme Complete Data Editors (part of DevExtreme by DevExpress) allows you to integrate thumbnails and icons directly into list items, streamlining user selection.
  • Kendo UI for jQuery Editors (part of Kendo UI by Telerik) lets you create templates to customize the display of each list item with text and images.
  • Wijmo Input and Editors (part of Wijmo by MESCIUS) includes a customizable ListBox which can display images next to items to facilitate informed user selection.
  • Smart HTML Elements Data Editors The Smart.ListBox control displays rows containing customizable tiles that can contain text with icons/images or avatars.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of JavaScript Data Editor components.

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Optimize Your App's Performance with Code Profiling

January 22, 2024
Profiling code allows developers to analyze their program's execution time and identify bottlenecks for performance optimization.

Code profiling is a diagnostic technique employed to analyze the runtime behavior of an application. It dissects resource consumption, usually including CPU time, memory allocation, and function call frequency, to precisely identify performance bottlenecks and resource hogs. Armed with these insights, developers can optimize specific code sections, leading to improved user experience, resource efficiency, and ultimately, a more robust and performant application.

Several IDEs support code profiling, including:

  • PrimalScript by SAPIEN Technologies is a universal script environment that offers a script profiler for memory and CPU usage, and for function coverage.
  • IntelliJ IDEA by JetBrains provides a rich Java profiler, which visualizes CPU and memory usage, as well as tools for thread activity and hot spots.
  • EiffelStudio by Eiffel Software has a built-in profiler for Eiffel code which you can set to run on either the whole program or specific clusters.
  • Microsoft Visual Studio Enterprise comes with a Performance Profiler that includes a variety of advanced profiling tools, such as for CPU, memory, and GPU usage, to accumulate performance data.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our IDEs comparison.

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Add Custom Filters to Dashboard Table Elements

January 19, 2024
Stimulsoft Dashboards 2024.1.1 enhances data exploration capabilities for tables with the addition of user-defined filtering.

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, including .NET, JavaScript, and PHP, using the 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 2024.1.1 update adds the option to include custom filters for the Table element in dashboards. When filters are applied to the table, a dedicated control element lets you easily edit and remove user filters with a single click. This intuitive addition streamlines workflow, keeps you focused, and ensures your dashboards always reflect the exact insights you need.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024.1.1, see our release notes.

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

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Tailor the Quick Access Toolbar to Boost Productivity

January 19, 2024
Syncfusion Essential Studio WinUI 2023 Volume 4 allows users to customize their quick access toolbar directly through a convenient dialog.

Syncfusion Essential Studio WinUI, available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise, is a comprehensive toolkit for building high performance native Windows desktop applications. It offers tools for crafting modern UI elements like charts, data grids, and ribbon interfaces, alongside powerful editing tools for Word, Excel, and PDF documents.

Version 2023 Volume 4 (24.1.41) adds the ability to for end users to customize the quick access toolbar by adding or removing commands through a dialog window. Adding frequently used commands from across the application grants instant access, reducing navigation fatigue and clicks. Removal of rarely used functions declutters the interface, minimizing distractions and simplifying the user experience. This personalized workspace fosters ownership and engagement, ultimately making users more productive and adept.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023 Volume 4 (24.1.41), see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio WinUI 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.

For more information, visit our Syncfusion Essential Studio WinUI product page.