diff --git a/knowledge-base/datagrid-maui-cell-content-template-selector.md b/knowledge-base/datagrid-maui-cell-content-template-selector.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..b962ce9c9 --- /dev/null +++ b/knowledge-base/datagrid-maui-cell-content-template-selector.md @@ -0,0 +1,122 @@ +--- +title: Implementing Cell Content Template Selector in DataGrid for MAUI +description: Learn how to use a DataTemplateSelector for cell content in DataGrid for MAUI to display different templates based on data conditions. +type: how-to +page_title: Using DataTemplateSelector in DataGrid for MAUI Cells +slug: datagrid-maui-cell-content-template-selector +tags: datagrid, maui, cell, template, selector, datatemplateselector +res_type: kb +--- + +## Environment + +| Version | Product | Author | +| --- | --- | ---- | +| 9.0.0 | Telerik UI for .NET MAUI DataGrid | [Dobrinka Yordanova](https://www.telerik.com/blogs/author/dobrinka-yordanova)| + +## Description + +Customizing the appearance of cell content in the DataGrid based on specific data conditions is a common requirement. This knowledge base article demonstrates how to implement a [`DataTemplateSelector`](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/maui/fundamentals/datatemplate?view=net-maui-9.0#create-a-datatemplateselector) for cell content in DataGrid for MAUI. + +This knowledge base article also answers the following questions: +- How do I use a `DataTemplateSelector` with DataGrid in MAUI? +- Can I display different cell templates in DataGrid based on the data? +- What is the way to customize DataGrid cells dynamically in MAUI? + +## Solution + +To customize cell content dynamically in the DataGrid, use a `DataTemplateSelector`. This requires defining multiple `DataTemplate` instances and a selector class that decides which template to apply based on the data. + +### Step 1: Define the Data Templates + +Define the data templates in the XAML resources. Each template specifies how the cell content should appear for different data conditions. + +```xml + + + + + + + + + +