DevExpress WPF: Utility and Navigation Controls

DevExpress.Wpf.Controls includes a collection of DevExpress WPF Controls that solve common application tasks not related to data presentation. The package includes utility and navigation controls that guide users through multi-step processes, accept file uploads, display operation progress, generate barcodes, and help you build touch-friendly navigation UI. All controls adapt to the active DevExpress theme for visually consistent applications.

dotnet add package DevExpress.Wpf.Controls

Included Components

• Wizard — a multi-page wizard dialog.
• StepProgressBar — a progress bar that displays discrete steps from process start to completion.
• UploadControl — a file upload control that supports multi-file uploads and progress reporting per file.
• BreadcrumbControl — a path editor and navigation trail, similar to the address bar in Windows Explorer.
• BarCodeControl — a barcode control that can display one-dimensional and two-dimensional symbologies (QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, and more).
• TileBar — a tile-based navigation bar for touch-friendly interfaces.
• Windows UI — HamburgerMenu, NavigationFrame, PageAdornerControl, and AppBar help you add Windows UI-style navigation and command elements to your application.

Examples

Example 1: Visualize a Step-by-Step Process

<Window
    xmlns="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
    xmlns:x="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
    xmlns:dxc="http://schemas.devexpress.com/winfx/2008/xaml/controls">

    <!-- SelectedIndex marks the step the user has reached. -->
    <dxc:StepProgressBar SelectedIndex="1">
        <dxc:StepProgressBarItem NearContent="Cart" />
        <dxc:StepProgressBarItem NearContent="Shipping" />
        <dxc:StepProgressBarItem NearContent="Payment" />
        <dxc:StepProgressBarItem NearContent="Confirmation" />
    </dxc:StepProgressBar>
</Window>

This control displays four connected steps and highlights the step labeled "Shipping".

Example 2: Display a Multi-Step Configuration Dialog

<Window
    xmlns="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation"
    xmlns:x="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml"
    xmlns:dxc="http://schemas.devexpress.com/winfx/2008/xaml/controls">

    <dxc:Wizard>
        <!-- WelcomeWizardPage renders the introductory step. -->
        <dxc:WelcomeWizardPage Title="Welcome">
            <TextBlock Text="This wizard helps you import data." TextWrapping="Wrap" />
        </dxc:WelcomeWizardPage>

        <dxc:WizardPage Title="Select a File">
            <TextBox />
        </dxc:WizardPage>

        <dxc:WizardPage Title="Finish">
            <TextBlock Text="Import complete." />
        </dxc:WizardPage>
    </dxc:Wizard>
</Window>

The wizard displays one page at a time and renders Back, Next, and Cancel buttons automatically.

Evaluation Period, Pricing Options, and Licensing Terms

Whether you own a license or want to start a 30-day evaluation period, download and register your DevExpress license key. To obtain your key, log in to the DevExpress Download Manager. Use your existing DevExpress.com account or create a new account for free. For key registration instructions, see License Key for DevExpress Products.

If you purchase a license after evaluating a product, re-register your updated DevExpress license key to remove evaluation version warnings/messages.

This package is included in the following commercial subscriptions:

• DevExpress WPF Subscription
• DevExpress Reporting Subscription
• DevExpress DXperience Subscription
• DevExpress Universal Subscription

See DevExpress Subscriptions & Licensing for subscription comparison tables, purchasing FAQ, and licensing information.

Related Components/Packages

DevExpress.Wpf.Core - Core library and theme engine shared by all DevExpress WPF controls.

dotnet add package DevExpress.Wpf.Core

DevExpress.Wpf.NavBar - DevExpress WPF Navigation Bar control.

dotnet add package DevExpress.Wpf.NavBar

DevExpress.Wpf - The complete DevExpress WPF Control suite.

dotnet add package DevExpress.Wpf

Demos

NOTE: Demo links below only work if you already have DevExpress WPF Demos installed on your machine. To install demos, download and run the DevExpress Unified Installer (evaluation or licensed version). Remember to select "Demo Applications" on the product selection screen.

• DevExpress WPF Wizard Control
• DevExpress WPF StepProgressBar
• DevExpress WPF Tile Bar
• DevExpress WPF Hamburger Menu

Documentation

• Windows and Utility Controls
• Wizard Control
• StepProgressBar Class
• DevExpress.Xpf.Controls Namespace

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

To access SBOM files for DevExpress packages, please refer to the following article: Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for DevExpress .NET assemblies/NuGet packages, JavaScript, VCL and other redistributable artifacts.

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Useful Online Resources

• www.devexpress.com
• DevExpress Support Center
• DevExpress Blogs