Speed Up Your WPF App with Xceed DataGrid

Introduction

Performance is everything when you’re building modern .NET desktop apps. If your UI lags, users notice and you lose credibility fast. Xceed DataGrid for WPF is built for speed, but a few quick tweaks can make a big difference right out of the box. Here are three dead-simple ways to boost your app’s responsiveness using Xceed’s tools.

1. Turn On Async Data Virtualization

Out-of-the-box, Xceed DataGrid supports async data virtualization meaning it only loads and processes what’s visible, not your entire dataset.

How to do it:
Just set the DataVirtualizationMode property to Async. Your grid will handle massive datasets (think: hundreds of thousands of rows) without breaking a sweat.

myDataGrid.DataVirtualizationMode = DataVirtualizationMode.Async;

2. Use Lightweight Themes

Heavy UI themes can slow things down. Xceed’s Pro Themes for WPF are optimized for both looks and speed.

How to do it:
Pick a lightweight Xceed theme and apply it with a single line in your XAML or code. You’ll get a modern look and a faster UI.

3. Limit Visible Columns

It’s tempting to show every field, but more columns = more overhead.

How to do it:
Only display what users actually need. You can dynamically show/hide columns based on user roles or workflow, making the grid lighter and snappier.

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FAQ

• • Q: Do I need to rewrite my code to get these speed gains?
    A: No , these changes are drop-in and won’t break your existing implementation.

• • Q: Will async virtualization work with my custom data sources?
    A: Yes, as long as your data source supports async operations.

• • Q: Where can I find more performance tips?
    A: Check out our Documentation Hub for deeper dives and advanced optimization guides.