C# Compact Framework editable grid control (DataGrid?)

Question

I want a grid control where I can specify the columns and allow the user to edit cell values.

Is there such a thing in CF3.5?

I'd prefer a standard control provided with VS 2008 if possible but I'll use a third party one if I have to.

I've tried DataGrid but can't see how to make it editable by the user or how to add an empty column of a certain width.

Alex Filipovici · Accepted Answer · 2013-01-22T14:34:07.280

1

From Using the DataGrid in the .NET Compact Framework:

In the .NET Compact Framework, you cannot directly edit the contents of the DataGrid at run time. You must bind controls, such as a TextBox, to your data source and use the DataGrid to display and select records.

From How to: Use the DataGrid on the Pocket PC:

Alternatively, you can have Visual Studio generate summary and edit forms automatically by selecting Generate Data Forms from the shortcut menu for the smart tag on a DataGrid control.

There is also some other sample code (VB.NET) here:

Designing GUI Applications with Windows Forms

edited Jan 22 '13 at 14:34

answered Jan 22 '13 at 14:14

Alex Filipovici

31,789
6
54
78

I don't understand: "... selecting Generate Data Forms from the shortcut menu for the smart tag on a DataGrid control." – cja Jan 22 '13 at 15:05
The smart tag appears in the Designer view of the form: [here's a sample](http://assets.devx.com/articlefigs/17242.jpg). – Alex Filipovici Jan 22 '13 at 15:08
I don't get that menu. Does it matter that I'm Win CE? – cja Jan 22 '13 at 15:22

score 1 · Answer 2 · edited May 23 '17 at 12:30

1

This explains how to add columns and set their widths in code:

Column width of a DataGrid in a Windows Mobile Application

Somehow I missed the DataGrid.TableStyles property, which allows columns to edited at design time.

edited May 23 '17 at 12:30

Community

1
1

answered Jan 22 '13 at 14:53

cja

9,512
21
75
129

C# Compact Framework editable grid control (DataGrid?)

2 Answers2