Diagramming for JavaScript, V2.0

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We have released Diagramming for JavaScript with a host of new features. Here is an overview:

Undo / redo support
If you set the UndoEnabled property to true, the Diagram control tracks changes done to its items and allows undoing and redoing them later by calling the undo() and redo() methods respectively. Multiple changes could be recorded as a single undoable operation by enclosing them between startCompositeOperation() and commitCompositeOperation() calls. You can also create custom undoable operations.

Animations
You can animate Diagram items through the Animation class in the MindFusion.Animations namespace. The class
implements several built-in animation and easing types, and allows definition of custom animation functions, to create fluid and pleasing animation effects.

Clipboard support
Now you can copy or cut a single item or a selection of items to a clipboard maintained by the diagram control. This is done programmatically using the copyToClipboard and cutToClipboard methods. To paste the clipboard contents into the current diagram, call pasteFromClipboard.

Swimlanes
The lane grid lets you emphasize the relationship between a group of diagram items by displaying them in a distinct lane or cell within the grid. If you want to display the lane grid, set the EnableLanes property of the Diagram class to true. In order to customize the grid, set the various attributes exposed by the LaneGrid property, which lets you specify the number of rows and columns, add headers, customize the cell appearance, etc.

A diagram with swimlanes.

A diagram with swimlanes.

Resize of multiple nodes
You can now resize multiple selected nodes simultaneously – just set the AllowMultipleResize property to true. When enabled, dragging a corner or side adjustment handle of any node resizes all nodes in the selection. The selectionModifying validation event lets you cancel the operation for all nodes.

Magnifier
The new magnifier tool allows users to interactively zoom in (or out) portions of the diagram by holding down a modifier key or pressing a mouse button. You can customize the magnifier’s appearance via properties such as MagnifierShape and MagnifierFrameColor. Its size and magnification can be set via MagnifierWidth, MagnifierHeight and MagnifierFactor properties.

The new magnifier tool.

The new magnifier tool.

Intellisense support
The package now includes a MindFusion.Diagramming-vsdoc.js file providing code completion information. To load it in Visual Studio, add e /// <reference path=”MindFusion.Diagramming-vsdoc.js” /> tag to the top of your script files. Use the static Diagram.create and Diagram.find methods instead of $create and $find to let Visual Studio infer the type of returned Diagram objects correctly.

Miscellaneous

  • Set the ModificationStart property to AutoHandles to let users start moving or resizing an item without selecting it first.
  • The diagram area can be resized automatically to fit the current diagram items as set through the AutoResize property.
  • The AutoScroll property enables automatic scrolling when the mouse is dragged near the diagram edges.
  • And much more. Read the full list here.

The trial version of the new Diagramming for JavaScript release is available for direct download from the following link:

Download MindFusion.Diagramming for JavaScript Library 2.0 Trial Version

We have always taken special effort in providing quality technical support to all our clients and evaluators. You can write us at e-mail support@mindfusion.dev or use the help desk. You can use the JsDiagram section on MindFusion forum to post questions about the tool.

About Diagramming for JavaScript Library: Written 100% in JavaScript, this tool uses HTML5 Canvas to draw impressive diagrams, schemes, flowcharts, trees and many more. It is browser independent, easy to use and integrate into any web application. JsDiagram supports a variety of predefined node shapes, customizable links, rich event set and many appearance options. The user interaction model includes resizing / moving / selecting and modifying any diagram element.

The tool boasts an elegant API, which is documented in details as well numerous step-by-step guides and tutorials. Various samples are provided to let you learn quickly how to use the most important features of the library – check them here. JsDiagram is not only the perfect choice for creating any type of diagram in the browser – it can also arrange it the way you wish with a mouse click using one of its automatic graph layout algorithms. For more details about the features of the component, please visit the JsDiagram page.

MindFusion.Diagramming for WinForms, V6.1.3

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We have released Diagramming for WinForms, V6.1.3 with the following new features:

Export of Visio 2013 files
You can use the Visio2013Exporter class to export the contents of your Diagram and DiagramDocument objects to Visio 2013 VSDX files. First, you need a reference to the MindFusion.Diagramming.Export.Visio.dll assembly. Currently, the exporter supports shapes from the Visio basic stencil. We shall add support for more shapes upon request. You can learn more on how to use the exporter at the MindFusion.Diagramming for WinForms news announcement page or from the product’s online documentation.

Improvements in the Visio2013Importer

  • The importer now supports Visio group shapes. Child shapes in groups are no longer lost when importing, and their corresponding diagram nodes are attached to the corresponding group node.
  • Visio NURBS curves are now imported as Bezier-style links.
  • Shapes with a ‘hidden’ attribute in master definition are now imported as invisible items.
  • and more.

Headers and footers in PDF
The PdfExporter class can add headers and footers to the exported pages. Use the HeaderFormat, HeaderFont, FooterFormat and FooterFont properties to specify the contents and the font.

The PdfExporter

The PdfExporter

You can read further details about this release at the news page in the Diagramming for WinForms forum. If you are willing to try the new version here is a link to download it:

Diagramming for WinForms, V6.1.3

If you have questions or run into problems using the component you can use the Diagramming for WinForms forum, the help desk or write us at support@mindfusion.dev. Our support team will be pleased to help you.

About MindFusion.Diagramming for WinForms: A programming component that provides any WinForms application with a full set of features for creating and customizing all types of diagrams, flowcharts, schemes, hierarchies, trees, graphs etc. The control provides numerous ways to save and load a diagram, six auxiliary controls and more than 10 automatic graph layout algorithms. Diagram elements include scrollable tables, container nodes, multi-segment arrows, custom diagram item types and many more. Further
details here.

Diagramming for WinForms is a royalty-free component, clients get 12 month upgrade subscription when buying a license. The source code is also available for purchase. Visit the buy page for a list with the current license prices.

MindFusion.WinForms Pack 2014.R3

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MindFusion is pleased to announce the release 2014.R3 of the Pack for WinForms component suite. Here is an overview of the new features:

diagram16x16MindFusion.Diagramming

Export to Visio 2013 files
The new Visio2013Exporter class lets you export the contents of Diagram and DiagramDocument objects to Visio 2013 VSDX files. You must add a reference to the MindFusion.Diagramming.Export.Visio.dll assembly beforehand. Further details on how to use the Visio2013Exporter can be found in the forum or the online help.

Headers and Footers in PDF
You can now add a header and a footer to all exported to PDF pages. Their content and font are customizable – use HeaderFormat, HeaderFont, FooterFormat and FooterFont to do it.

The PdfExporter

The PdfExporter

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New Holiday Providers
You can use one of the new holiday providers, added to the MindFusion.HolidayProviders.dll assembly – FranceHolidayProvider, GermanyHolidayProvider, RussiaHolidayProvider, and UKHolidayProvider.

Miscellaneous

  • A new Drawing event enables custom drawing of calendar elements before their default rendering.
  • Improved support for partial databinding.

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Export to XLSX (Office Open XML) format
Use the new ExcelExporter class to export MindFusion.Spreadsheet Workbook objects to Excel. To export a workbook to XLSX, create an instance of the ExcelExporter class and call its Export method, passing the Workbook object as parameter.

Export to ODS (OpenDocument Spreadsheet) format
The new CalcExporter class lets you export MindFusion.Spreadsheet Workbook objects to the OpenDocument format. To export a workbook, create an instance of the CalcExporter class and call its Export method, passing the Workbook object as parameter.

Export to XHTML and MHTML format
Two new classes – HtmlExporter and MhtmlExporter – let you export MindFusion.Spreadsheet Workbook objects to (X)HTML and MHTML files. To export a workbook, create an instance of the respective exporter class and call its Export method, passing the Workbook object as parameter.

Export to XHTML.

Export to XHTML.

Moving cell ranges
You can move cells and cell ranges programmatically as well interactively. In order to move a column/row programmatically you should call one of the Move overloads of the of the ColumnCollection or RowCollection classes respectively, and specify the column/row to move and the desired location. To move columns or rows interactively, select the columns or rows entirely, click on any of the selected column or row headers and drag.

Find and replace
You can now use a variety of methods to search and replace texts. For searching, use the Find and FindAll methods. For replacing text use Replace and ReplaceAll. The new FindReplaceForm class (contained in the MindFusion.Spreadsheet.WinForms.StandardForms.dll assembly) can be used to facilitate search and replace operations inside a workbook.

Improved in-place editing
In-place formula editing has been extended with automatic literal, string, cell and cell range coloring
and context-sensitive tooltip information for functions.

In-place editing.

In-place editing.

Miscellaneous

  • The parameters of the Export methods of some exporters have been reordered to improve consistency. Now the Worksheet/Workbook being exported is always the first argument.
  • The HyperlinkForm constructors now require an addition argument of type Workbook.
  • New PageOrientation property added to the PdfExporter class.

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DockControl
Layout serialization has been added to the DockControl.

The trial version is available for direct download from this link:

Download MindFusion.WinForms Pack 2014.R3

If you run into problems with any of the components, please let us know. We shall be glad to assist you. MindFusion is proud with its excellent technical support – the majority of the questions are answered within hours of receiving them.

About MindFusion.WinForms Pack: A set of five WinForms programming components that provide your application with a rich choice of diagramming, charting, scheduling, mapping, reporting and gauge features. The tools are very easy to implement and use. They boast intuitive API and various step-by-step tutorials to get you started. Both online and offline documentation is available.

A sample browser presents you with all the samples for each control to let you easily navigate to what you need. You can check some of the features of each component right now if you look at the online demos:

Visit the features – page of the components for more information about their capabilities:

You can check the prices and licensing scheme here. All components are royalty-free.

MindFusion.Diagramming for ASP.NET MVC, V2.0

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MindFusion has released Diagramming for ASP.NET MVC, V2.0 with an impressive list of new features. Here is an overview of the most important of them:

Undo/redo support
If you set the UndoEnabled property to true, the Diagram control tracks changes done to its items and you can undo and redo them later by calling the undo() and redo() methods respectively. You can record multiple changes as a single undoable operation by enclosing them between startCompositeOperation() and commitCompositeOperation() calls. You can also create custom undoable operations.

Animations
You can animate diagram items with the new Animation class in the MindFusion.Animations namespace. The class implements several built-in animation and easing types, and you can define custom animation functions as well.

Animations

Animations

Clipboard support
A set of new methods – copyToClipboard, cutToClipboard and pasteFromClipboard make it possible to use clipboard operations on a single item or a selection of items.

Swimlanes
The lane grid lets you emphasize the relationship between a group of diagram items by displaying them in a distinct lane or cell within the grid. To display the lane grid set the EnableLanes property of the Diagram class to true. The various attributes exposed by the LaneGrid property let you customize the grid – you can specify the number of rows and columns, add headers, customize the cell appearance, etc.

A diagram with swimlanes.

A diagram with swimlanes.

Resize of multiple nodes
The new AllowMultipleResize property lets you resize multiple selected nodes simultaneously. When the property is enabled, dragging a corner or side adjustment handle of any node resizes all nodes in the selection. You can cancel the operation.

Magnifier
The new magnifier tool lets users zoom in or out portions of the diagram by holding down a modifier key or pressing a mouse button. The magnifier’s appearance – its zoom factor, shape, size, frame color – can be customized with properties.

The Magnifier Tool

The Magnifier Tool

Intellisense support
The package includes a MindFusion.Diagramming-vsdoc.js file that provides code completion information. To load it in Visual Studio, add e /// tag to the top of your script files. Use the static Diagram.create and Diagram.find methods instead of $create and $find to let Visual Studio infer the type of returned Diagram objects correctly.

Export of Visio 2013 files
You can export the content of Diagram and DiagramDocument objects to Visio 2013 VSDX files. In order to use the exporter, add a reference to the MindFusion.Diagramming.Export.Visio.dll assembly. Currently, the exporter supports shapes from Visio basic stencil. Support for more shapes will be added upon request.

Improvements in the Visio2013Importer

  • The importer now supports Visio group shapes. Child shapes in groups are no longer lost when importing, and their corresponding diagram nodes are attached to the corresponding group node.
  • Visio NURBS curves are now imported as Bezier-style links.
  • Fix for importing connectors with applied rotation transform.
  • Shapes with a ‘hidden’ attribute in master definition are now imported as invisible items.

Headers and footers in PDF
The PdfExporter can add headers and footers to the exported pages. Use the HeaderFormat, HeaderFont, FooterFormat and FooterFont properties to customize the header and the footer.

Miscellaneous
Set the ModificationStart property to AutoHandles to let users start moving or resizing an item without selecting it first.

  • The diagram area can be resized automatically to fit the current diagram items as set through the AutoResize property.
  • The AutoScroll property enables automatic scrolling when the mouse is dragged near the diagram edges.
  • enterInplaceEditMode and leaveInplaceEditMode events raised when the control shows or hides the in-place edit box.
  • as well other new properties and features.

You can find further details about the release here. The trial version is available for download from the link below:

Download MindFusion.Diagramming for ASP.NET MVC, V2.0

MindFusion support team is happy to assist you with any questions you might have about Diagramming for ASP.NET MVC or any other of our products. You can leave a message at the discussion board, use the help desk or e-mail support@mindfusion.dev.. We strive to provide competent and detailed answers to your questions within hours of receiving them.

About Diagramming for ASP.NET MVC Control: It is a multi-purpose diagramming tool that consists of two parts: a .NET class library running on the server and a client side control implemented in JavaScript. The server side .NET library implements a flow-diagramming object model that lets you define structures such as trees, flowcharts and graphs. Every element in the diagram is easily accessible and the whole diagram is rendered as part of an HTML page by just calling the DiagramView extension method.

On the client the diagram is rendered by a DiagramView JavaScript control that draws its content on an HTML Canvas. The user is able to add nodes and links simply by drawing them with the mouse. There is also a NodeListView control, which lets users create new nodes via drag and drop.

MvcDiagram also supports various automatic layout algorithms that will make every diagram easy to understand and nice to look at. The diagram can also be easily serialized in binary or XML format. Exporting is done in a variety of formats including Pdf, Svg, Visio and more. You can read details about the components at the MvcDiagram features page.

MindFusion.Spreadsheet: Convert XLSX to PDF

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In this blog we will discuss how to convert an existing XSLX file to PDF using MindFusion.Spreadsheet for WinForms.

Introduction

As with all previous blogs we start off by creating a new Windows Forms Application in Visual Studio and adding a WorkbookView control to the main form. The WorkbookView displays a Workbook with a single worksheet.

Importing the XLSX file

In MindFusion.Spreadsheet XLSX files are imported using instances of the ExcelImporter class. For the purposes of this blog we will import an existing report.xlsx file, contained in the zip of the sample. To import this file, use the following code:

var importer = new ExcelImporter();
importer.Import(Path.Combine(path, "report.xlsx"), workbook1);

Creating the PDF

To create a PDF file from the imported worksheet, create an instance of the PdfExprter class and call its Export method:

var exporter = new PdfExporter();
exporter.EnableGridLines = true;
exporter.Export(workbook1.Worksheets[0], Path.Combine(path, "report.pdf"));

The following image illustrates the result of the conversion:

spreadsheet-pdfexport

The source code of the sample is available for download from here:

https://mindfusion.dev/_samples/SpreadsheetConvertPdf.zip

The trial version of MindFusion.Spreadsheet for WinForms can be downloaded from here:

Download MindFusion.Spreadsheet for WinForms Trial Version

About MindFusion.Spreadsheet for WinForms: A powerful .NET spreadsheet component with great capabilities for editing, styling and formatting large amounts of data.