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Data binding to SelectedItem in a WPF Treeview
# Data Binding to SelectedItem in a WPF Treeview š³ So, you want to retrieve the selected item in a WPF Treeview and bind it to a property in your Model? š¤ You might think that using the `SelectedItem` property would do the trick, but it turns out that
Text vertical alignment in WPF TextBlock
š¤ How to Vertically Align Text in a WPF TextBlock? Let's Dig In! š§ Have you ever wondered how to achieve vertical center alignment for the text inside a TextBlock in a WPF application? You stumble upon the TextAlignment property, but it only seems to ha
How should the ViewModel close the form?
# How to Close the Form with ViewModel in MVVM šļø Building a WPF application with the MVVM pattern but stuck on how to close the form from the ViewModel? Don't worry, you're not alone! Many developers face this challenge when trying to separate the view
How to automatically select all text on focus in WPF TextBox?
šš Looking for a way to automatically select all text on focus in a WPF TextBox? š¤ No worries, I've got you covered! In this blog post, I'll address the common issue of the selection disappearing when using the mouse, provide easy solutions, and even sh
ResourceDictionary in a separate assembly
# Sharing ResourceDictionaries Across Multiple Applications ā **Problem:** You have multiple resource dictionary files that you want to use in separate applications. Instead of adding them to each application's assembly, you want to compile them into a si
Simple (I think) Horizontal Line in WPF?
## How to Add a Simple Horizontal Line in WPF š So, you're building a data entry form in WPF and want to add a horizontal line to separate certain sections? Easy peasy! We've got you covered! Here's how you can do it without any hassle. ### The Problem
Databinding an enum property to a ComboBox in WPF
š **Tech Blog: Databinding an Enum Property to a ComboBox in WPF** š„ļø Are you struggling with databinding an enum property to a ComboBox in WPF? š¤ Don't worry, I've got you covered! In this blog post, I'll walk you through the common issues you might e
How to bind to a PasswordBox in MVVM
# How to Bind to a PasswordBox in MVVM š In MVVM, binding a PasswordBox can be a bit tricky since the Password property is not directly bindable due to security reasons. But fear not! We have a solution for you. Let's dive in and explore how to effective
Page vs Window in WPF?
š **Page vs Window in WPF: Understanding the Difference** Are you often confused about the difference between a Page and a Window when it comes to creating new files in WPF? š¤ Don't worry, you're not alone! Many developers struggle to understand the nua
How can I find WPF controls by name or type?
šš¤ How to Find WPF Controls by Name or Type: A Complete Guide š„ļøšš¢ Are you struggling to unearth those elusive WPF controls that match a specific name or type? š« Don't sweat it ā I've got your back! In this blog post, we'll tackle the common problem