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Easily Extend Formulas with Double-Click Fill Down

April 26, 2024
Spread.NET v17.1 enhances formula efficiency with the ability to quickly apply formulas to a range by double-clicking a cell's fill handle.

Spread.NET by MESCIUS helps you create spreadsheets, grids, dashboards, and forms. It includes a powerful calculation engine with 450+ functions and the ability to import and export Microsoft Excel spreadsheets. Developers can leverage the extensive .NET spreadsheet API and powerful calculation engine to create analysis, budgeting, dashboard, data collection and management, scientific, and financial applications.

The Spread.NET v17.1 update introduces a streamlined method for extending formulas across datasets by allowing users to double-click the fill handle located at the bottom right corner of a selected cell. This action automatically replicates the formula down to the end of the data range, aligning it with the rows in adjacent columns. By simplifying the process of copying formulas, this feature enhances both efficiency and accuracy in data management tasks. It eliminates the need for manual drag-and-fill operations, reducing the time spent on repetitive tasks and minimizing the risk of inconsistencies in data entry. This improvement is particularly advantageous for users working with extensive datasets, facilitating quicker data processing and a more user-friendly experience in spreadsheet management.

To see a full list of what's new in version 17.1, see our release notes.

Spread.NET is licensed per developer and is available as a Perpetual License with a 12 month support and maintenance subscription. We can supply any Spread.NET license including new licenses, maintenance renewals, and upgrade licenses. See our Spread.NET licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our Spread.NET product page.

Navigate Seamlessly Between Cells Within Selections

April 26, 2024
Handsontable 14.3 allows experienced grid users to quickly move between specific cells within a selection using keyboard shortcuts.

Handsontable is a JavaScript library designed to help developers build interactive data grids into their web applications. Offering a familiar spreadsheet-like interface, it allows users to edit, sort, and filter data with ease. Highly customizable and compatible with popular frameworks like React and Angular, Handsontable empowers developers to build robust data manipulation features into their web applications.

Handsontable 14.3 adds a new feature to streamline navigation within pre-selected cells. Power users and those accustomed to Tab navigation can now leverage arrow keys or the mouse for selection, then efficiently move between the chosen cells using Tab/Shift+Tab for horizontal movement and Enter/Shift+Enter for vertical movement. Editing remains intuitive, as typing any character initiates editing even within dropdown or date cells.

To see a full list of what's new in version 14.3.0, see our release notes.

Handsontable is licensed per developer and is available as an Annual or Perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our Handsontable licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our Handsontable product page.

Export Charts to Image Formats with ASP.NET Core

April 25, 2024
Provide flexibility for users by giving your applications the ability to export charts to image formats such as PNG, JPG and more.

Exporting charts as images offers several advantages. It allows for easy sharing in documents, presentations, and social media without relying on the recipient having the original software. Popular formats include JPEG, PNG, and SVG. JPEGs offer small sizes for low bandwidth scenarios, while PNGs are ideal for charts with sharp lines and flat colors. SVGs are vector-based, enabling infinite scaling without quality loss, making them perfect for charts that may be resized frequently.

Several ASP.NET Core chart controls offer the ability to export charts to images including:

  • DevExpress ASP.NET Core Chart (Part of DevExpress ASP.NET and Blazor) empowers you to export charts as images for effortless sharing in reports and presentations.
  • Telerik ASP.NET Core Chart (part of Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core) lets you export charts to image formats such as PNG and JPEG, ensuring wider usability across platforms.
  • Syncfusion ASP.NET Core Chart (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) facilitates seamless image export to JPEG, PNG, and SVG, promoting clear data visualization sharing.
  • Infragistics ASP.NET Core Charts (part of Infragistics Ignite UI) allows you to export charts as images for efficient communication of insights.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our ASP.NET Core chart controls comparison.

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Boost Feature Discovery with a Ribbon Menu

April 25, 2024
Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core 2024 Volume 1 introduces the production-ready Ribbon control for quick access to relevant functions.

Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core, available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise, empowers developers with a comprehensive suite of over 80 enterprise-grade UI components specifically designed for building modern and highly functional web applications. Leveraging the latest advancements in ASP.NET Core, it offers exceptional performance and scalability, streamlining development by eliminating the need for extensive custom coding. From data visualization tools like interactive charts and grids to sophisticated navigation elements and responsive layouts, Essential Studio equips developers with the building blocks to create rich user experiences, improve application efficiency, and accelerate time-to-market.

The Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core 2024 Volume 1 (25.1.35) release introduces the production-ready Ribbon component which offers a user-friendly interface for web applications. It mimics the Microsoft Office ribbon with a tab-based structure, allowing users to access features and functions efficiently. The control boasts numerous features including the option to display keyboard shortcuts, a customizable backstage view, and built-in themes.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024 Volume 1 (25.1.35), see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core is available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise which is licensed per developer starting with a Team License of up to five developers. It is available as a 12 Month Timed Subscription License which includes support and maintenance. See our Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core product page.

Utilize Granular Access Control with Nextcloud

April 25, 2024
ONLYOFFICE Nextcloud Connector v9.1 lets you set review, comment, and custom filter permissions Nextcloud Talk files and those with public access.

ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition with Nextcloud Connector combines an online document editor with a seamless integration for Nextcloud, which is a open-source, on-premises content collaboration platform. This allows teams to create, view, edit, and collaborate on spreadsheets, presentations, and text files online, directly within Nextcloud, boosting efficiency and eliminating the need for file switching.

The ONLYOFFICE Nextcloud Connector v9.1 release (available as part of ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition with Nextcloud Connector v8.0.1) brings enhanced security and granular control for developers working with public document sharing and Nextcloud Talk. Advanced access permissions for reviewing, commenting and custom filtering are now available for files with public access and for files created within the Nextcloud Talk app. These permissions ensure that external collaborators can contribute without compromising document integrity or security. It also promotes a more structured and controlled environment for real-time collaboration, ensuring that contributions are tracked and managed effectively according to the roles defined by the document owner.

To see a full list of what's new in ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition v8.0.1 with Nextcloud Connector v9.1, see our release notes.

ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition with Nextcloud Connector is licensed per server and is available as an annual license with 1 year of support and updates, or as a perpetual license with 3 years of support and updates. See our ONLYOFFICE Nextcloud connector licensing page for full details.

For more information, see our ONLYOFFICE Nextcloud connector product page.