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Apply Themes to a WPF Application Using Syncfusion Theme Studio
The Theme Studio for WPF has been completely revamped to a new structure in our 2020 Volume 2 release. It helps users to transform their visual presentation into a new theme in minutes without any code or designer involvement. The following new, built-in themes have been introduced, providing a rich UI:
- Material Light
- Material Dark
- Material Light Blue
- Material Dark Blue
- Office2019 Colorful
- Office2019 Black
WPF Theme Studio
Material and Office 2019 themes in WPF applications
The new Material and Office 2019 themes can be applied to an entire application, resulting in a change in the skin of the framework and the Syncfusion controls, making the application more attractive.
In this section, we will see how to apply these themes to an application step by step using the DataGrid control as an example.
How to apply themes to the Syncfusion WPF DataGrid control in your application
Follow these steps to apply themes to the Syncfusion WPF DataGrid control in your application:
Step 1: Please refer to this link to see how to get started with Syncfusion WPF DataGrid.
Step 2: Once the DataGrid is created, add the Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF (Skin Manager Framework) assembly, which provides a convenient way to give both framework and Syncfusion controls an appealing appearance.
Step 3: Add the Syncfusion.Theme.MaterialDark.WPF theming assembly (or any other theming assembly of your choice) in order to use the dark theme effect. The libraries can be obtained from:
- Essential Studio suite (installed location and GAC)
- – Installed location: :\Program Files (x86)\Syncfusion\Essential Studio\WPF\18.2.0.44\Assemblies
- – GAC: :\Windows\Microsoft.NET\assembly\GAC_MSIL
- NuGet
- – Location: https://www.nuget.org/packages
Refer to the following screenshot.
Step 4: Now add a reference for the Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF assembly to the application and import the SfSkinManager namespace in the main window.
Refer to the following code example.
<``**Window** x:Class``=``"GettingStarted.MainWindow"
xmlns``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
xmlns:x``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
xmlns:local``=``"clr-namespace:GettingStarted"
xmlns:syncfusion``=``"http://schemas.syncfusion.com/wpf"
xmlns:syncfusionskin``=``"clr-namespace:Syncfusion.SfSkinManager;assembly=Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF"``>
Step 5: Finally, set the SfSkinManager‘s attached property, VisualStyle, to “MaterialDark” for the entire window so that all the framework and Syncfusion WPF controls added to the application have the Material dark theme applied.
Refer to the following code example.
<``**Window** x:Class``=``"GettingStarted.MainWindow"
xmlns``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
xmlns:x``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
xmlns:local``=``"clr-namespace:GettingStarted"
xmlns:syncfusion``=``"http://schemas.syncfusion.com/wpf"
xmlns:syncfusionskin ="clr-namespace:Syncfusion.SfSkinManager;``assembly``=``Syncfusion``.SfSkinManager.WPF
syncfusionskin:SfSkinManager.VisualStyle``=``"MaterialDark"``>
<``**Window.DataContext**``>
<``**local:ViewModel**``/>
</``**Window.DataContext**``>
<``**Grid**``>
<``**syncfusion:SfDataGrid** x:Name``=``"dataGrid" ItemsSource``=``"{Binding EmployeeDetails}" />
</``**Grid**``>
</``**Window**``>
After executing this code example, we will get output like the following screenshot.
It’s that simple!
Now, you may ask, how do I change the primary colors used during hovering, selection, or other scenarios? And am I limited to built-in colors alone?
No, you ‘re not. For this, we have created our Theme Studio, where you can choose and change the primary colors as you like. Let’s see how it works.
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1597003200
Apply Themes to a WPF Application Using Syncfusion Theme Studio
The Theme Studio for WPF has been completely revamped to a new structure in our 2020 Volume 2 release. It helps users to transform their visual presentation into a new theme in minutes without any code or designer involvement. The following new, built-in themes have been introduced, providing a rich UI:
- Material Light
- Material Dark
- Material Light Blue
- Material Dark Blue
- Office2019 Colorful
- Office2019 Black
WPF Theme Studio
Material and Office 2019 themes in WPF applications
The new Material and Office 2019 themes can be applied to an entire application, resulting in a change in the skin of the framework and the Syncfusion controls, making the application more attractive.
In this section, we will see how to apply these themes to an application step by step using the DataGrid control as an example.
How to apply themes to the Syncfusion WPF DataGrid control in your application
Follow these steps to apply themes to the Syncfusion WPF DataGrid control in your application:
Step 1: Please refer to this link to see how to get started with Syncfusion WPF DataGrid.
Step 2: Once the DataGrid is created, add the Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF (Skin Manager Framework) assembly, which provides a convenient way to give both framework and Syncfusion controls an appealing appearance.
Step 3: Add the Syncfusion.Theme.MaterialDark.WPF theming assembly (or any other theming assembly of your choice) in order to use the dark theme effect. The libraries can be obtained from:
- Essential Studio suite (installed location and GAC)
- – Installed location: :\Program Files (x86)\Syncfusion\Essential Studio\WPF\18.2.0.44\Assemblies
- – GAC: :\Windows\Microsoft.NET\assembly\GAC_MSIL
- NuGet
- – Location: https://www.nuget.org/packages
Refer to the following screenshot.
Step 4: Now add a reference for the Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF assembly to the application and import the SfSkinManager namespace in the main window.
Refer to the following code example.
<``**Window** x:Class``=``"GettingStarted.MainWindow"
xmlns``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
xmlns:x``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
xmlns:local``=``"clr-namespace:GettingStarted"
xmlns:syncfusion``=``"http://schemas.syncfusion.com/wpf"
xmlns:syncfusionskin``=``"clr-namespace:Syncfusion.SfSkinManager;assembly=Syncfusion.SfSkinManager.WPF"``>
Step 5: Finally, set the SfSkinManager‘s attached property, VisualStyle, to “MaterialDark” for the entire window so that all the framework and Syncfusion WPF controls added to the application have the Material dark theme applied.
Refer to the following code example.
<``**Window** x:Class``=``"GettingStarted.MainWindow"
xmlns``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
xmlns:x``=``"http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
xmlns:local``=``"clr-namespace:GettingStarted"
xmlns:syncfusion``=``"http://schemas.syncfusion.com/wpf"
xmlns:syncfusionskin ="clr-namespace:Syncfusion.SfSkinManager;``assembly``=``Syncfusion``.SfSkinManager.WPF
syncfusionskin:SfSkinManager.VisualStyle``=``"MaterialDark"``>
<``**Window.DataContext**``>
<``**local:ViewModel**``/>
</``**Window.DataContext**``>
<``**Grid**``>
<``**syncfusion:SfDataGrid** x:Name``=``"dataGrid" ItemsSource``=``"{Binding EmployeeDetails}" />
</``**Grid**``>
</``**Window**``>
After executing this code example, we will get output like the following screenshot.
It’s that simple!
Now, you may ask, how do I change the primary colors used during hovering, selection, or other scenarios? And am I limited to built-in colors alone?
No, you ‘re not. For this, we have created our Theme Studio, where you can choose and change the primary colors as you like. Let’s see how it works.
#essential studio #syncfusion #theme #what's new #wpf #desktop #theme studio #what's new
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Create Beautiful Themes for Syncfusion WPF Controls in 5 Minutes
The WPF skin manager feature helps you apply themes for both Syncfusion and framework controls. There are 22 built-in themes that can be applied using SfSkinManager for rich user interface experiences. Some of the built-in themes’ color derivations can be customized using Theme Studio.
With the 2020 Volume 3 release, you can customize the colors, fonts, and font families in WPF themes even at the application level via code using the skin manager.
Let’s customize a WPF theme at the application level without using Theme Studio.
#c# #syncfusion #theme #wpf #themes
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Why Use WordPress? What Can You Do With WordPress?
Can you use WordPress for anything other than blogging? To your surprise, yes. WordPress is more than just a blogging tool, and it has helped thousands of websites and web applications to thrive. The use of WordPress powers around 40% of online projects, and today in our blog, we would visit some amazing uses of WordPress other than blogging.
What Is The Use Of WordPress?
WordPress is the most popular website platform in the world. It is the first choice of businesses that want to set a feature-rich and dynamic Content Management System. So, if you ask what WordPress is used for, the answer is – everything. It is a super-flexible, feature-rich and secure platform that offers everything to build unique websites and applications. Let’s start knowing them:
1. Multiple Websites Under A Single Installation
WordPress Multisite allows you to develop multiple sites from a single WordPress installation. You can download WordPress and start building websites you want to launch under a single server. Literally speaking, you can handle hundreds of sites from one single dashboard, which now needs applause.
It is a highly efficient platform that allows you to easily run several websites under the same login credentials. One of the best things about WordPress is the themes it has to offer. You can simply download them and plugin for various sites and save space on sites without losing their speed.
2. WordPress Social Network
WordPress can be used for high-end projects such as Social Media Network. If you don’t have the money and patience to hire a coder and invest months in building a feature-rich social media site, go for WordPress. It is one of the most amazing uses of WordPress. Its stunning CMS is unbeatable. And you can build sites as good as Facebook or Reddit etc. It can just make the process a lot easier.
To set up a social media network, you would have to download a WordPress Plugin called BuddyPress. It would allow you to connect a community page with ease and would provide all the necessary features of a community or social media. It has direct messaging, activity stream, user groups, extended profiles, and so much more. You just have to download and configure it.
If BuddyPress doesn’t meet all your needs, don’t give up on your dreams. You can try out WP Symposium or PeepSo. There are also several themes you can use to build a social network.
3. Create A Forum For Your Brand’s Community
Communities are very important for your business. They help you stay in constant connection with your users and consumers. And allow you to turn them into a loyal customer base. Meanwhile, there are many good technologies that can be used for building a community page – the good old WordPress is still the best.
It is the best community development technology. If you want to build your online community, you need to consider all the amazing features you get with WordPress. Plugins such as BB Press is an open-source, template-driven PHP/ MySQL forum software. It is very simple and doesn’t hamper the experience of the website.
Other tools such as wpFoRo and Asgaros Forum are equally good for creating a community blog. They are lightweight tools that are easy to manage and integrate with your WordPress site easily. However, there is only one tiny problem; you need to have some technical knowledge to build a WordPress Community blog page.
4. Shortcodes
Since we gave you a problem in the previous section, we would also give you a perfect solution for it. You might not know to code, but you have shortcodes. Shortcodes help you execute functions without having to code. It is an easy way to build an amazing website, add new features, customize plugins easily. They are short lines of code, and rather than memorizing multiple lines; you can have zero technical knowledge and start building a feature-rich website or application.
There are also plugins like Shortcoder, Shortcodes Ultimate, and the Basics available on WordPress that can be used, and you would not even have to remember the shortcodes.
5. Build Online Stores
If you still think about why to use WordPress, use it to build an online store. You can start selling your goods online and start selling. It is an affordable technology that helps you build a feature-rich eCommerce store with WordPress.
WooCommerce is an extension of WordPress and is one of the most used eCommerce solutions. WooCommerce holds a 28% share of the global market and is one of the best ways to set up an online store. It allows you to build user-friendly and professional online stores and has thousands of free and paid extensions. Moreover as an open-source platform, and you don’t have to pay for the license.
Apart from WooCommerce, there are Easy Digital Downloads, iThemes Exchange, Shopify eCommerce plugin, and so much more available.
6. Security Features
WordPress takes security very seriously. It offers tons of external solutions that help you in safeguarding your WordPress site. While there is no way to ensure 100% security, it provides regular updates with security patches and provides several plugins to help with backups, two-factor authorization, and more.
By choosing hosting providers like WP Engine, you can improve the security of the website. It helps in threat detection, manage patching and updates, and internal security audits for the customers, and so much more.
#use of wordpress #use wordpress for business website #use wordpress for website #what is use of wordpress #why use wordpress #why use wordpress to build a website
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Syncfusion Visual Studio Extensions Support .NET 5.0 Preview 6
On June 25, 2020, Microsoft announced .NET 5.0 Preview 6. We already promised to provide support for.NET 5.0 for web and desktop platforms in this blog.
Now, we at Syncfusion happily announce .NET 5.0 Preview 6 support in the Syncfusion Visual Studio extensions for the following platforms:
In this blog, I am going to explain which Syncfusion Visual Studio extensions have support for .NET 5.0 Preview 6.
Let’s get started!
Blazor Template Studio
The Blazor Template Studio extension for Visual Studio is used to create Blazor applications using prebuilt templates with Syncfusion Blazor components. This is now available with the .NET 5.0 Preview 6 support.
To use it, please select .NET 5.0 as the version in the configuration section, as shown in the following screenshot.
Also, you can use the Syncfusion Blazor project conversion and project migration Visual Studio Extension utilities in a .NET 5.0 application to convert or migrate to the Syncfusion version.
Visual Studio Code project template
Syncfusion Visual Studio Code extensions are now available with .NET 5.0 Preview 6 support.
To use them, select the .NET 5.0 option, as shown in the following screenshot.
For this as well, you can use the Syncfusion Blazor project conversion and project migration **Visual Studio Code extension **utilities in a .NET 5.0 application to convert or migrate to the Syncfusion version.
WPF and WinForms project templates
The WPF project template and WinForms project template extensions for Visual Studio allow you to create Syncfusion WPF and WinForms applications by using the prebuilt templates with .NET 5.0 and Syncfusion components.
You can use the Syncfusion Reference Manager to add the Syncfusion assemblies or NuGet packages as references in a .NET 5.0 WPF or WinForms application. Also, the Syncfusion Item Templates extension supports .NET 5.0 applications.
Conclusion
In summary, Syncfusion Visual Studio extensions now provide support to .NET 5.0 Preview 6 for the Blazor, WPF, and WinForms platforms.
Syncfusion has about 1,600 components and frameworks for WinForms, WPF, ASP.NET
(Web Forms, MVC, Core), UWP, Xamarin, Flutter, JavaScript, Angular, Blazor, Vue, and React. Use them to boost your application development speed.
If you aren’t a Syncfusion customer yet, you can try our 30-day free trial to check out our features. Also, try our samples from this GitHub location.
If you wish to send us feedback, please use the comments section below. If you would like to submit any questions, please feel free to contact us through our support forum, Direct-Trac, or feedback portal. We are always happy to assist you!
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Android Studio Installation & Uses for Android Applications
Hello everyone, in this Android tutorial, we’ll have a complete look about Android Studio. We will know everything about Android Studio right from what it is, to why it is used, and how to use it.
What is Android Studio?
Android Studio is the Official IDE for Google’s Operating System that is Android. It is built on JetBrains’ IntelliJ IDEA software, especially for Android Application Development. This can be used on Windows, macOS, and also Linux based operating systems. It has risen as a replacement for Eclipse Android development tools for the native Android app development.
#android tutorials #android studio #android studio installation #android studio uses