The built-in WPF DataGrid handles the basics — sorting, binding, simple editing. But once you need master-detail, async virtualization, Excel export, or modern theming, you hit its limits fast. This article compares it to Xceed DataGrid for WPF with working code examples, a feature table, and practical gotchas from real usage.
Are you searching for the best zip/unzip library for .NET? Consider Zip for .NET an option that stands out for its flexibility, reliability, and maturity. Trusted by Microsoft and thousands of developers worldwide, this library benefits from over 18 years of continuous improvement. As a result, Zip for .NET delivers unmatched performance, advanced features, and true peace of mind for every .NET project. Whether you’re building enterprise applications, handling massive data archives, or simply need seamless file management, Zip for .NET fits the bill.
Secure document workflows in .NET are critical for teams handling sensitive or regulated data. While standard encryption protects data at rest and in transit, it often leaves documents exposed during processing. As a result, organizations in finance, healthcare, and government face compliance gaps and the risk of data breaches.
Get text from every page or from a rectangle, and read form control values (text boxes, checkboxes). Use PdfDocument.Load, page.Text, GetTextFromArea, and doc.FormFields in C#.
For today’s .NET developers, automated document workflows are essential. Whether you’re building enterprise reporting, generating compliance documents, or enabling customers to export data on demand, efficiency is key. The Xceed PDF Library & Words for .NET bundle gives you the flexibility, performance, and reliability required for modern business apps—all without Office or Adobe dependencies.
Create a simple PDF with a title and body text in C# using Xceed PdfLibrary for .NET. Set up the project, add the license, then use PdfDocument.Create, AddParagraph, and AddText to build your first PDF.
In 2026, WPF remains the backbone for robust enterprise and line-of-business Windows applications. However, out-of-the-box WPF lacks modern controls, fresh themes, and true localization support. As a result, developers struggle with rigid MessageBox dialogs, dated UI, and time-consuming workarounds. Fortunately, Xceed Toolkit Plus for WPF solves these challenges by bringing 103+ essential controls, panels, and themes to your toolkit. This upgrade enables you to deliver next-generation Windows experiences that are beautiful, accessible, and global-ready.
.NET developer productivity tools are essential for teams aiming to deliver high-quality software quickly. Xceed’s suite of .NET developer productivity tools is engineered to accelerate your workflow, improve performance, and simplify complex tasks so you can focus on building great applications.
Delivering reliable .NET components isn’t just about writing great code—it’s about rigorous, repeatable testing. At Xceed, our quality assurance (QA) process is designed to ensure every release is stable, high-performing, and ready for production use. Here’s a transparent look at how we test our libraries and controls before they ever reach our customers.
If you need to generate Excel files from a .NET app, the good news is you don’t need Microsoft Office installed on the server (and you generally shouldn’t automate Excel via COM anyway). The modern approach is to generate .xlsx files directly using a library that writes the Open XML format.
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