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Visualize Complex Hierarchical Data Structures

May 14, 2024
LightningChart JS v5.2.0 adds Treemap charts, giving JavaScript developers the ability to display hierarchical information as nested rectangles.

LightningChart JS is a high-performance JavaScript charting library that utilizes WebGL rendering and GPU acceleration to deliver exceptional performance for a wide range of data visualization needs. It is designed to handle large datasets and complex visualizations with ease, enabling developers to create interactive and visually appealing charts for various applications.

The LightningChart JS v5.2.0 update adds Treemap charts with built-in drill-down functionality, enabling developers to visualize hierarchical data within nested rectangles representing larger or smaller values, depending on their size. This simplifies the complexities involved in understanding large datasets by providing a clear and immediate visual hierarchy of data categories and their relative importance, with the ability to display more depth. This is particularly useful in scenarios such as financial analysis, asset distribution, and organizational structure mapping, where understanding the proportionate distribution of data elements is crucial.

To see a full list of what's new in v5.2.0, see our release notes.

LightningChart JS is licensed based on method of deployment with options including SaaS Developer Licenses, Application Developer Licenses, and Publisher Developer Licenses. Each license is perpetual and includes 1 year subscription for technical support and software updates. See our LightningChart JS licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our LightningChart JS product page.

Emphasize Specific Sections of a Funnel Chart

May 7, 2024
Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms and WPF gain a new overlay feature to help users identify areas that deviate from the overall trend.

Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms and Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF are comprehensive suites of UI controls designed to streamline development and enhance the user experience of desktop applications. Boasting over 100 components, they offer a rich set of functionalities, including data visualization tools, high-performance grids, and modern UI elements that mimic the look and feel of Microsoft Office. These feature-packed libraries empower developers to craft powerful, visually appealing applications with a consistent user experience.

In the latest version, funnel charts can now display a special overlay to highlight specific sections. This highlighting feature allows you to compare the values of different stages in your funnel. You can also control the transparency of the overlay to emphasize the difference between the main data and the highlighted data.

To see a full list of what's new, see our release notes for Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms and Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF.

Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms and Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF are licensed per developer and are available as a Perpetual License with 1, 2 or 3 year support and maintenance subscription. See our Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms licensing page or Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF licensing page for full details.

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Uncover Patterns with Circular Visualizations

May 2, 2024
Enhance your WPF app's data visualization with Radar and Polar charts, ideal for effectively portraying multivariate data.

Radar and polar charts are both visualizations for displaying multiple data Radar charts specifically connect the data points to form a web-like shape, highlighting relative strengths and weaknesses across categories. Polar charts focus on the angular relationship between data points. Both are ideal for comparing sets of data with several variables, making them valuable tools in fields like performance analysis, where strengths and weaknesses across different metrics need to be understood.

Several WPF chart components support radar and polar charts, including:

  • DevExpress WPF Chart (part of DevExpress WPF) facilitates comprehensive data analysis through advanced radar and polar charting capabilities, enhancing visualization versatility.
  • ComponentOne Charts for WPF (part of ComponentOne Studio WPF by MESCIUS) offers radar and polar chart types for visualizing performance across various categories.
  • Telerik WPF Chart (part of Telerik UI for WPF) provides intuitive radar and polar chart functionalities, designed for effective multi-dimensional data exploration and comparison.
  • Infragistics WPF Charts (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for WPF) enables you to design radar and polar charts, ideal for evaluating entities based on multiple metrics.

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

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Export Charts to Image Formats with ASP.NET Core

April 25, 2024
Provide flexibility for users by giving your applications the ability to export charts to image formats such as PNG, JPG and more.

Exporting charts as images offers several advantages. It allows for easy sharing in documents, presentations, and social media without relying on the recipient having the original software. Popular formats include JPEG, PNG, and SVG. JPEGs offer small sizes for low bandwidth scenarios, while PNGs are ideal for charts with sharp lines and flat colors. SVGs are vector-based, enabling infinite scaling without quality loss, making them perfect for charts that may be resized frequently.

Several ASP.NET Core chart controls offer the ability to export charts to images including:

  • DevExpress ASP.NET Core Chart (Part of DevExpress ASP.NET and Blazor) empowers you to export charts as images for effortless sharing in reports and presentations.
  • Telerik ASP.NET Core Chart (part of Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core) lets you export charts to image formats such as PNG and JPEG, ensuring wider usability across platforms.
  • Syncfusion ASP.NET Core Chart (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) facilitates seamless image export to JPEG, PNG, and SVG, promoting clear data visualization sharing.
  • Infragistics ASP.NET Core Charts (part of Infragistics Ignite UI) allows you to export charts as images for efficient communication of insights.

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

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Enhance Sharing Efficiency with SVG Chart Export

April 22, 2024
The Scalable Vector Graphics format provides a flexible way to share charts that scale without quality loss and offer significantly smaller file sizes.

SVG export gives your users the ability to output charts in the Scalable Vector Graphics format. This offers superior quality for both print and web displays, ensuring that your charts remain crisp and detailed at any zoom level. This feature is particularly beneficial for professionals who require high-resolution graphics for presentations, reports, or publications. The SVG format also allows for easy editing and resizing without loss of quality, making it ideal for use across various media. Users can effortlessly integrate their analytical outputs into dynamically scalable projects and retain the aesthetic integrity of their visual data, streamlining the process from data exploration to communication.

Several WinForms chart controls offer SVG export including:

  • DevExpress WinForms Chart (part of DevExpress WinForms) lets users export charts as SVGs for infinite scalability and customization within reports and presentations.
  • ComponentOne Charts for WinForms (part of ComponentOne Studio WinForms by MESCIUS) offers SVG export for high-resolution, vector-based charts for various outputs.
  • ChartDirector for .NET by Advanced Software Engineering facilitates the export of charts in SVG format, ensuring crisp visuals and lossless editing potential for developers.
  • Nevron Chart for WinForms provides SVG exports, allowing developers to seamlessly integrate charts into reports and presentations with flexible resizing capabilities.
  • ProEssentials by GigaSoft equips developers with SVG export for charts, guaranteeing vector-based scalability and customization freedom for versatile use cases.

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

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