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Adjust Reports Faster with In-Preview Editing

April 22, 2025
Directly modify report elements within the preview, enabling real-time visualization of formatting and layout adjustments and faster iteration.

Editing reports in preview mode enables direct modification of report elements like text, charts, and layout within the review window. This approach offers benefits such as faster iteration, improved accuracy, and enhanced efficiency by eliminating the need to switch between edit and preview modes. Teams can adjust chart labels for clarity or tweak a report's layout for better presentation, instantly seeing the impact of their changes and improving the report finalization process.

Several .NET WPF Reporting Controls offer support for editing in preview including:

  • DevExpress Reports enables direct manipulation of report elements within the preview, offering immediate visual feedback for faster, more accurate adjustments.
  • FastReport .NET by Fast Reports allows in-preview modification of report objects, streamlining the design process with real-time visualization of layout changes.
  • Stimulsoft Reports.Wpf facilitates interactive editing of report content directly in the preview window, providing an intuitive WYSIWYG experience for report refinement.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET WPF Reporting Controls.

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Drive Better Decisions with Visual Reporting

April 15, 2025
By embedding dynamic visuals directly into reports, data visualization tools make complex information accessible and decisions more data-driven.

Data visualization plays a central role in reporting components by translating complex datasets into visual formats that are easier to understand and analyze. These tools help users identify patterns, monitor performance, and communicate key information at a glance. By integrating visuals directly into reports, organizations can enhance readability, support data-driven storytelling, and improve overall user engagement.

Common features include:

  • Barcodes are used to encode data for scanning and inventory purposes, commonly integrated into reports for operational efficiency.
  • Charts offer a variety of graph types, such as bar, line, and pie charts, to illustrate trends, comparisons, and distributions effectively.
  • Gauges display performance metrics using dials or indicators, making it easy to monitor values against defined thresholds in real time.
  • Maps enable geographic data visualization, helping users analyze regional trends and spatial relationships.
  • Sparklines provide compact, inline visual summaries of data series, ideal for highlighting changes within tables or dashboards.

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

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Encode Large Data in Reports Using Macro PDF417

April 10, 2025
Stimulsoft Reports.JS 2025.2.1 lets developers encode large, structured data across multiple barcode symbols without sacrificing layout or clarity.

Stimulsoft Reports.JS provides a robust reporting toolkit designed specifically for JavaScript applications. This library leverages a client-side architecture, offering a pure JavaScript report engine for efficient report rendering directly within web browsers. The solution includes a user-friendly report designer for building reports with various data sources and visualizations, along with a report viewer for seamless integration and display within your JavaScript applications. This eliminates the need for server-side dependencies or browser plugins, simplifying the development process for embedding powerful reporting functionalities into your web projects.

The Stimulsoft Reports.JS 2025.2.1 update introduces support for the Macro PDF417 barcode, allowing developers to handle larger data payloads within reports. Unlike the standard PDF417 barcode, which is limited in data capacity, the Macro PDF417 format enables the encoding of large data files by splitting them into multiple linked symbols. This enhancement is particularly useful when working with high-volume or multi-page reports, providing a reliable solution for encoding structured data without compromising layout or readability.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025.2.1, see our release notes.

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

Stimulsoft Reports.JS is available individually or as part of Stimulsoft Ultimate.

Easily Retrieve Data from GraphQL APIs

April 3, 2025
Telerik Reporting 2025 Q1 supports native GraphQL integration with a dedicated data source for faster, easier access to GraphQL-powered data.

Telerik Reporting is a comprehensive and lightweight embedded reporting tool for .NET web and desktop applications. It enables developers and reporting users to create, design, and export visually appealing, interactive, and reusable reports to effectively present analytical and business data. It supports various technologies, including ASP.NET Core, Blazor, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET AJAX, HTML5/JS, Angular, WPF, WinForms, and WinUI.

The Telerik Reporting 2025 Q1 update introduces GraphQL native support with a dedicated GraphQLDataSource component, allowing developers to seamlessly connect reports to GraphQL APIs. This enhancement streamlines data retrieval by enabling precise queries that fetch only the necessary information, optimizing performance and reducing overhead. The Standalone Report Designer now includes an intuitive wizard that simplifies the setup process, guiding users through creating and configuring GraphQL data sources with minimal effort. By integrating GraphQL natively, Telerik Reporting enhances flexibility and efficiency, empowering developers to build dynamic, data-driven reports with greater ease and precision.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Q1 (19.0.25.211), see our release notes.

Telerik Reporting is licensed per developer and is available as a perpetual license with a one year support subscription, which is offered in three tiers: Lite, Priority or Ultimate. See our Telerik Reporting licensing page for full details.

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Create Blazor Reports with Advanced Layout Options

March 27, 2025
Advanced formatting features provide the tools needed to organize, personalize, and present complex data with precision and consistency.

Advanced layout and formatting features are essential for producing professional, polished reports that align with both technical and business requirements. These capabilities enhance the structure and presentation of report content, supporting better readability, navigation, and customization. Whether delivering print-ready documents or dynamic digital reports, advanced formatting tools ensure consistency and flexibility in how data and visual elements are displayed.

Common features include:

  • Table of Contents provides automatic navigation aids for multi-page reports, improving user experience and report organization.
  • Subreports enable the embedding of related or detailed reports within a main report, allowing for modular design and reuse of reporting elements.
  • Displaying SVG supports scalable vector graphics, ensuring high-quality visuals that maintain clarity at any size.
  • Formatted Text allows for rich text styling within report content, giving users control over font, color, alignment, and more.
  • Mail Merge automates the creation of personalized reports by combining templates with variable data, streamlining document generation at scale.

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

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