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Detailed Guides (WPF End-User Designer)

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Detailed Guides (WPF End-User Designer)

  • Feb 17, 2026
  • 3 minutes to read

After you complete Get Started, you can create, store, and publish DevExpress reports using the End-User Report Designer.

The following topics explain the main reporting capabilities:

Add New ReportsCreate new reports in the End-User Report Designer.Save ReportsSave reports in .repx format.Bind Reports to DataConnect reports to data sources such as SQL databases, JSON, Excel files, or object data. Configure connections, select fields, and preview data to display live data in your reports.Introduction to Banded ReportsBanded reports are the foundation of DevExpress Reporting. Bands define report structure and content flow (headers, footers, and detail sections) and organize data presentation across multiple pages.Create Various Report TypesExplore DevExpress report types, including standard tabular reports, master-detail reports, label reports, and mail merges. See when to use each type and how it fits specific business scenarios.Use Report ControlsUse report controls available in the designer, such as labels, tables, charts, bar codes, and images. Arrange, align, and configure controls, and bind their properties to data fields for dynamic output.Use Report ParametersCreate and manage parameters that let users filter data or modify report content at runtime. Configure parameter types, lookup values, and default settings to make reports more flexible and interactive.Shape Report DataTransform raw data within the report. Sort, group, and filter data, and create calculated fields to improve how information is organized and displayed. Present data in a clear, logical order.Arrange Dynamic Report ContentsDesign adaptive report layouts that respond to varying data and conditions. Use multi-column designs and visibility rules to keep reports consistent regardless of data length or structure.Customize AppearanceChange report appearance with styles, themes, and conditional formatting. Apply consistent appearance rules across controls and bands to keep reports readable and visually consistent.Add NavigationAdd navigation features such as bookmarks, hyperlinks, and drill-through links to other report sections or external documents. Use these features to make large reports easier to navigate.Add Extra Information Add contextual elements such as page numbers, print dates, report names, and watermarks. These elements improve clarity and give printed or exported reports a more polished look.Print and Export ReportsPreview, print, and export reports to formats such as PDF, XLSX, DOCX, and HTML. Configure export settings to deliver reports for sharing or archiving.Globalize and Localize ReportsAdapt reports for different languages and locales. Use resource files, culture settings, and translation tools to build multilingual reports for international audiences.