ASP.NET Core 8 News

Insert Rows Without Breaking Data

April 24, 2026
Add new rows dynamically while preserving formulas, formatting, and references to keep spreadsheets accurate and consistent.

Inserting rows in spreadsheet components enables users to expand and reorganize data dynamically within a worksheet. It supports common data management tasks such as adding new records, adjusting layouts, and maintaining structured datasets without disrupting existing content. By integrating row insertion directly through APIs, applications can offer a familiar and efficient spreadsheet experience for users working with tabular data.

Several ASP.NET Core spreadsheet controls offer support for inserting rows including:

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

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Reduce Errors with Controlled Inputs

April 22, 2026
Provide predefined value lists to help users select valid entries quickly, improving accuracy and reducing validation overhead.

Dropdowns and lists provide structured ways for users to select and manage values within grids, forms, or tables. By constraining input to predefined options, these controls help maintain data consistency, reduce entry errors, and improve overall usability. They are commonly used in business applications where accuracy and efficiency are important, such as configuration panels, data management tools, and enterprise systems.

Common features include:

  • Combobox combines text input with a dropdown list, allowing users to either select from predefined values or enter custom data.
  • Checked Combobox extends this by enabling multiple selections through checkboxes within the dropdown.
  • Image Combobox enhances visual recognition by displaying icons or images alongside each option.
  • Listbox presents a scrollable list of items for single or multiple selection within a fixed area.
  • Checked Listbox adds checkbox support to allow users to select multiple items more clearly.
  • Image Listbox incorporates images into list items, helping users quickly identify and differentiate between options.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our ASP.NET Core data editor components comparison.

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Remove Sensitive Data from PDFs

April 20, 2026
Implement PDF redaction in ASP.NET Core applications to protect sensitive information and prevent access to confidential data.

PDF redaction is the process of permanently removing sensitive or confidential information from a document so that it cannot be recovered or viewed. Unlike simple visual masking, true redaction deletes the underlying content, ensuring it is not accessible through copying, searching, or metadata extraction. This capability is essential for regulatory compliance, data protection, and secure document sharing, particularly in industries that handle personal, financial, or legal information.

Several ASP.NET Core PDF components allow you to redact PDFs, including:

  • Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS provides a .NET API that enables developers to define and apply redaction regions and permanently remove sensitive content from PDFs.
  • ImageGear for .NET by Accusoft includes redaction annotations allowing applications to mark and obscure confidential information within documents.
  • Syncfusion ASP.NET Core PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) offers redaction support, with APIs to mark and remove sensitive text or images.

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

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Connect AI to TX Text Control Content

April 17, 2026
New MCP Server gives AI assistants direct access to current documentation, API references, and related resources within development environments.

TX Text Control .NET is a royalty-free, fully programmable document editor that empowers developers to add rich WYSIWYG word processing to desktop and web applications across various platforms. It provides everything from comprehensive text formatting and mail merge to PDF creation and processing, all through a robust API and intuitive user interface.

The new Text Control MCP Server introduces a read-only Model Context Protocol (MCP) endpoint designed to integrate authoritative product knowledge into AI-assisted processes. By adding a single URL to an assistant’s configuration, developers can enable access to blog content, documentation, API references, and more, all without leaving the editor. This approach improves the relevance and accuracy of AI-generated responses, making it easier to work with up-to-date information across the entire Text Control ecosystem.

TX Text Control .NET for Windows Forms and TX Text Control .NET for WPF are licensed per developer and are available as a Perpetual License with a 12 month support and maintenance subscription. See our TX Text Control .NET for Windows Forms licensing page or TX Text Control .NET for WPF licensing page for full details.

TX Text Control .NET is available to buy in the following products:

Connect Reports to Cloud Spreadsheet Data

April 16, 2026
FastReport .NET Ultimate can access live Google Sheets data directly within reports, enabling integration with cloud-hosted sources.

FastReport .NET Ultimate is a comprehensive reporting solution for developers working within the Microsoft .NET ecosystem. It supports the creation, design, and delivery of rich, interactive reports across Windows Forms, ASP.NET, MVC, and .NET Core applications. The Ultimate edition includes server deployment capabilities and extensive export options, such as PDF, Excel, Word, and HTML. It connects to various data sources, including SQL databases and business objects, providing flexibility for enterprise-level reporting. With the integrated FastReport Online Designer, users can edit reports directly in their browsers, enabling efficient collaboration and modern, full-featured report design across both desktop and web platforms.

The latest FastReport .NET Ultimate update introduces support for Google Sheets as a data source, allowing reports to connect directly to cloud-based spreadsheets. It enables developers and data professionals to work with up-to-date information without manual data transfers, making it easier to incorporate shared or frequently updated datasets into reports. It simplifies access to external data while maintaining the familiar reporting experience, making it particularly useful for teams already relying on Google Sheets for data management.

FastReport .NET Ultimate is licensed per named user and is available as a perpetual license with a one-year subscription for updates and support. See our FastReport .NET Ultimate licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our FastReport .NET Ultimate product page.