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Maintain Context When Scrolling Through Grid Data

January 4, 2024
Improve user experience when working with large data sets by fixing column headers to the top of the grid.

Fixed headers are a user interface element found in grids, particularly those managing large datasets. They comprise the top section of the grid, typically encompassing the row containing column labels and potentially additional rows with key information. Unlike the scrollable body of the grid, these headers remain anchored to the viewport, acting as a persistent reference point while users navigate through the data, thus improving user experience.

Several React grids support fixed headers including:

  • KendoReact Data Grid (part of KendoReact by Telerik) includes fixed headers that stay visible as you scroll, offering seamless navigation through massive datasets.
  • Wijmo FlexGrid (part of Wijmo by MESCIUS) allows you to lock headers in place for easy column reference, even with horizontal scrolling.
  • Syncfusion Grid control for JavaScript (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio) includes pinned headers that offer consistent context amidst complex data exploration.
  • Handsontable provides you with the ability to freeze rows or columns to keep key data points always in view.

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Turn Your Grid Data into Shareable PDFs

December 27, 2023
Export ASP.NET Core grid data to PDF, making it easier to share for offline analysis and record keeping.

PDF export is a powerful feature in grid controls, allowing users to capture and share data presented in a readily accessible format. This functionality typically involves dedicated methods or settings within the grid, enabling seamless transformation of the displayed data into a structured PDF document. Users often have control over what sections and columns to export, along with formatting options like headers, fonts, and page layout. This flexibility makes PDF export ideal for generating printable reports, archiving snapshots of grid data, and distributing information beyond the confines of the application.

Several ASP.NET Core grids support exporting to PDF including:

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Boost App Accessibility with Keyboard Navigation

December 21, 2023
DevExpress WinForms 23.2 lets users interact with data fields and UI elements using arrow keys and shortcuts.

DevExpress WinForms is a comprehensive suite of 190+ UI controls and development tools designed for building high-performance desktop applications. It offers a broad array of customizable controls, from data grids and ribbon interfaces to advanced charts, maps, and diagramming components. This empowers developers to rapidly create functionally rich applications, while adhering to accessibility guidelines and touch-enabled technology for modern Windows environments.

The DevExpress WinForms 23.2 release adds accessible keyboard navigation support to several controls, including the Ribbon, Backstage View, Recent Control, Data Grid, TreeList, CardView, Breadcrumb Editor, and Expression Editor. Users can navigate using arrow keys, keyboard shortcuts, and the Enter and Escape keys.

To see a full list of what's new in version 23.2, see our release notes.

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

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Boost Blazor Grid Performance with Virtual Scrolling

December 19, 2023
Effortlessly load and render large datasets by only rendering rows that appear in the currently viewable area.

For large datasets, traditional grid scrolling struggles to maintain performance, often becoming sluggish and resource-intensive. Virtual scrolling provides a more efficient alternative. Instead of rendering the entire dataset at once, it dynamically fetches and displays only the visible rows, keeping the rest cached and unloaded. This significantly reduces the number of elements in the application, resulting in a noticeably smoother scrolling experience, even with millions of data points. Virtual scrolling empowers users to seamlessly explore expansive datasets without compromising performance or responsiveness.

Several Blazor grid components support virtual scrolling including:

  • DevExpress Blazor Data Grid (part of DevExpress ASP.NET and Blazor) is a high-performance, feature-rich grid with seamless virtual scrolling for large datasets.
  • FlexGrid for Blazor (part of ComponentOne Studio Blazor by MESCIUS) is a flexible and customizable grid with efficient virtual scrolling for data-intensive applications.
  • Infragistics Blazor Data Grid (part of Infragistics Ignite UI) is a comprehensive grid solution with advanced virtual scrolling capabilities for enterprise-level applications.
  • Syncfusion Blazor DataGrid (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) is a versatile grid with optimized virtual scrolling for handling massive datasets seamlessly.
  • Telerik UI for Blazor Grid (part of Telerik UI for Blazor) is a powerful grid component which uses smooth virtual scrolling to navigate large data sets efficiently.

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Highlight Cell Data with Conditional Formatting

December 6, 2023
Apply visual cues to specific cells, rows, or columns based on their data values, making it easier to identify patterns and trends.

Conditional formatting in grids allows users to apply visual styles to cells or ranges based on the data they contain. It enhances data readability and analysis by highlighting critical values, outliers, or trends in a data-driven manner. For instance, a cell might be colored red if it contains a value below a certain threshold, thereby drawing attention to potential issues.

Several WinForms grid components support conditional formatting including:

  • DevExpress WinForms Data Grid (part of DevExpress WinForms) enhances data visualization with rich conditional formatting rules including custom visual styles.
  • FlexGrid for WinForms (part of ComponentOne Studio WinForms by MESCIUS) enables conditional cell styles, visual indicators and data-driven formatting.
  • Infragistics WinDataGrid (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms) includes sophisticated formatting rules, conditional cell backgrounds, and data-driven visual cues.
  • NOV Grid for .NET (part of Nevron Open Vision for .NET) provides custom formatting expressions, data-driven cell styles and conditional background colors.
  • Telerik UI for WinForms GridView offers rule-based cell formatting, visual indicators, and data-driven formatting logic.

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