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Enhance jQuery Apps with Compact Multi-Select

August 6, 2025
Leverage checked combobox dropdown controls to deliver space-saving intuitive multi-selection without cluttering the interface.

A checked combobox is a data editor component used in user interfaces that consists of a text box with a drop-down panel. This panel displays a predefined list of items, in a clean and organized layout, from which users can input data by making a singular or multiple selections using the adjacent checkboxes. The values are then typically displayed as a comma-separated summary in the collapsed field. This type of control provides developers with a convenient way to implement multi-select functionality within their applications, and is especially effective in scenarios such as filtering datasets or configuring settings, without consuming additional space on the interface.

Several jQuery data editor collections include checked comboboxes, including:

  • DevExtreme Complete Data Editors (part of DevExtreme Complete by DevExpress) enables developers to easily integrate checked comboboxes into their jQuery applications.
  • Kendo UI for jQuery Data Editors (part of Kendo UI by Telerik) allows the integration of multi-item selection within a drop-down using checkboxes for intuitive data input.
  • jQWidgets Data Editors (part of jQWidgets) provides jQuery components that can be used to deliver multi-selection via a combobox input field with adjoining checkboxes.
  • Infragistics Ignite UI for jQuery Data Editors (part of Infragistics Professional) facilitates straight-forward data entry using a multi-select combobox with checkbox support.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of jQuery data editors.

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ComponentSource and Axosoft Celebrate 10 Year Partnership

August 6, 2025
Axosoft and ComponentSource's decade-long collaboration has delivered effective and configurable software project management tools.

Axosoft is a trusted provider of agile project management software that helps teams ship software on schedule and with confidence. With powerful features like the Release Planner, burndown charts, and Standup Mode, Axosoft makes it easy to visualize workflows, track team progress, and predict release dates. Supporting Scrum, Kanban, or fully customized agile methodologies, Axosoft combines dashboards, configurable notifications, and wiki pages to keep teams aligned and informed throughout the development lifecycle.

Over the past decade, ComponentSource and Axosoft have built a strong, trusted relationship rooted in a shared goal: supporting developers. By offering Axosoft’s tools through its global distribution platform, ComponentSource has enabled customers around the world to access reliable agile project management solutions. This partnership has not only broadened Axosoft’s reach but has also ensured that developers benefit from simplified licensing, dedicated support, and easy access to best-in-class agile tools.

The 10-year partnership between ComponentSource and Axosoft has brought clear value to the developer community: better project visibility, improved collaboration, and predictable, on-time releases. As this milestone is celebrated, ComponentSource looks forward to building on shared success, continuing to provide innovative solutions that help software teams deliver their very best.

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Add Real-Time Video with WebRTC 2.0 Support

August 5, 2025
MPlatform SDK v2.10 delivers a faster, more stable WebRTC layer with multi-peer mixing, mix-minus audio, and cross-platform compatibility.

MPlatform SDK by Medialooks is a Windows-based software development kit designed for building real-time video applications with professional-grade capabilities. It provides a modular architecture that supports live video ingest, playout, processing, mixing, and streaming, all within a single framework. The SDK handles a wide range of formats and devices, including SDI, NDI, RTMP, and SRT, making it suitable for broadcast automation, live production, and surveillance solutions. With native support for GPU acceleration, timecode handling, and seamless integration into C++, C#, and .NET environments, MPlatform SDK enables developers to create complex video workflows with reduced development overhead.

The MPlatform SDK v2.10 update adds support for WebRTC 2.0, enabling developers to leverage a modern, more efficient real-time communication layer with backward compatibility to existing API code. It integrates a new signaling infrastructure—including a Docker-based server and web client optimized for platforms like iOS and macOS—and updates the WebRTC core to the latest version, improving connection stability, reducing reliance on TURN servers, and unlocking features such as multi‑peer mixing, mix‑minus configurations, and duplex video/audio streams. This results in more robust browser-native and native app integrations with minimal integration effort and enhanced flexibility.

MPlatform SDK is licensed per developer and is available as a perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our MPlatform SDK licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our MPlatform SDK product page.

Encrypt and Decrypt PDFs with Precision

August 5, 2025
Secure PDF files using robust encryption, then decrypt them easily to restore access for authorized users when needed.

Encrypting and decrypting PDF files is a key feature in many modern PDF components, allowing developers to protect sensitive information and control access to documents. Encryption applies a security layer to the PDF, typically requiring a password to open or modify the file, while decryption reverses the process for authorized users. These capabilities are essential for applications that handle confidential business data, legal documents, or personal records, ensuring compliance with security policies and data protection regulations.

Several JavaScript PDF controls offer the ability to encrypt or decrypt PDF files including:

  • Wijmo PDF (part of Wijmo by MESCIUS) enables developers to apply password-based encryption when generating PDFs, ensuring that only authorized users can view or alter the document.
  • Aspose.PDF for JavaScript via C++ provides robust encryption options, including support for various encryption algorithms and permission settings to restrict printing, copying, and editing, along with decryption capabilities for authorized access.
  • IronPDF for Node.js by Iron Software offers high-level methods to encrypt and decrypt PDFs, supporting both user and owner passwords, making it straightforward to secure documents before distribution and to unlock them when required.

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

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Display Progress Clearly in Grid Interfaces

August 1, 2025
ProgressBar cells in .NET WinForms grids provide a direct visual way to show task or data completion within structured tabular layouts.

ProgressBar cell types in a .NET WinForms grid control are specialized cells that visually represent progress or completion levels within a grid layout, using horizontal progress bars. These cells are particularly useful for tracking status indicators, such as task completion or data processing percentages, directly within tabular views. They provide a clear, immediate representation of numeric progress values, enhancing readability without requiring users to interpret raw numbers. For developers, integrating ProgressBar cells simplifies the task of conveying progress-related information in data-driven interfaces, offering a familiar and consistent user experience aligned with standard Windows Forms controls.

Several .NET WinForms grid controls offer ProgressBar cell type controls, including:

  • DevExpress WinForms Data Grid (part of DevExpress WinForms) lets you incorporate visually rich ProgressBar cells that clearly communicate task completion within complex data-driven interfaces.
  • True DBGrid for WinForms (part of ComponentOne Studio WinForms by MESCIUS) enables dynamic ProgressBar rendering in grid cells, ideal for tracking real-time metrics like processing or loading status.
  • Infragistics WinDataGrid (part of Infragistics Ultimate UI for Windows Forms) supports ProgressBar cells that visually convey progress values, helping developers present real-time status within structured data views.
  • Bunifu UI WinForms DataGrid View (part of Bunifu UI WinForms) allows you to present completion states directly in grid rows using sleek ProgressBar cells for modern, responsive interfaces.

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

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