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Q: Why did you rename OrgChart.NET to SmartChartPro?
The SmartChartPro control is capable of generating different types of charts beyond OrgCharts. While most
of our clients use it for OrgCharts, we wanted to give it a more flexible name since it can generate site maps, product/accessory hierarchies, plus more.
Q: What data can be bound to the SmartChartPro control?
SmartChartPro allows any hierarchical XML data to be bound to it. Valid types include XML files, streams containing XML data
and various .NET XML types such as XmlDocument, XmlDataDocument, XmlElement and DataSet.
Q: Can pictures be embedded in SmartChartPro boxes?
Yes, SmartChartPro supports embedded pictures. Check out the
SmartChartPro demos to see examples.
Q: Does SmartChartPro allow box colors to be changed dynamically at runtime?
Yes, SmartChartPro provides a rich event model that can notify you as boxes are drawn. Check out the
SmartChartPro event demos to see examples.
Q: What software requirements does SmartChartPro have?
SmartChartPro requires ASP.NET 2.0 or higher on your Web server.
Q: Does SmartChartPro support custom templates like the GridView control?
Yes, SmartChartPro provides different templates that allow you to control the output that is generated. Check out the
SmartChartPro template demos to see examples.
Q: I need to move boxes around to different positions. Can I do that with SmartChartPro?
Q: My users need to edit OrgChart data. Does SmartChartPro provide editing features?
Q: Where can I get support for SmartWebControls products?
Priority email support provides direct access to SmartWebControls developers in an expedited manner. It is available when you purchase a SmartWebControls product. Product support is also available through
our support forums.
Q: Is SmartChartPro compatible with the ASP.NET AJAX UpdatePanel?
Yes. The SmartChartPro can be used within an UpdatePanel control.