From f0dbf0c4c0c91162bd652757cb95757bd7b4aff8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: KB Bot Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:03:19 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 1/3] Added new kb article adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting --- ...extbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md | 58 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 58 insertions(+) create mode 100644 knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md diff --git a/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..006ebf1a4 --- /dev/null +++ b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md @@ -0,0 +1,58 @@ +--- +title: Adjusting Textbox Spacing and Layout in Telerik Reporting +description: Resolve issues with textbox spacing and layout discrepancies between the report designer and viewer in Telerik Reporting. +type: how-to +page_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting +meta_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting +slug: adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting +tags: reporting, textbox, layout, alignment, font-size, designer, viewer +res_type: kb +ticketid: 1702612 +--- + +## Environment + + + + + + + + + + + + +
Product Reporting
Version 19.2.25.924
+ +## Description + +I noticed discrepancies between the Telerik Reporting designer and viewer where the textbox spacing and alignment do not match. The issue often arises due to the textbox expanding when using large font sizes, causing layout shifts. Additionally, the report designer may show blank spaces at the bottom of the report that do not appear in the viewer or printed label. + +This knowledge base article also answers the following questions: +- Why does the report preview look different from the designer layout? +- How can I fix textbox alignment issues in Telerik Reporting? +- Why does blank space disappear in the report preview or printed label? + +## Solution + +To resolve the layout discrepancies, follow these steps: + +1. Reduce the font size of the affected textboxes. Large font sizes, such as 20pt, cause the textbox to grow, pushing other elements downward. Use a smaller font like 14pt to prevent this. +2. Avoid overlapping textboxes in the designer. Overlapping can cause unpredictable alignment in the report preview. +3. Check the paper size and page settings. Ensure the dimensions match the intended label size (e.g., 63x38). +4. Ensure that the layout elements fit within the page boundaries. Move any element positioned at the bottom carefully to avoid triggering a new page. If a textbox moves to a new page when adjusted, verify the report's margins and page size. + +Example of reducing font size in the report file: + +```xml + + 1 + +``` + +## See Also + +- [Telerik Reporting Documentation](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting) +- [Understanding Report Layouts and Page Settings](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting/designing-reports-page-settings) +- [Common Report Design Issues](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting/troubleshooting-layout-issues) From b24cda68cb7baa4316032c3ee295006eff82da9e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: IvetNikolova <118352332+IvetNikolova@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:17:30 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Update adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md --- ...extbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md | 45 +++++++++---------- 1 file changed, 21 insertions(+), 24 deletions(-) diff --git a/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md index 006ebf1a4..378a1e895 100644 --- a/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md +++ b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ --- -title: Adjusting Textbox Spacing and Layout in Telerik Reporting -description: Resolve issues with textbox spacing and layout discrepancies between the report designer and viewer in Telerik Reporting. +title: Adjusting Textbox Spacing and Layout +description: Resolve issues with textbox spacing and layout discrepancies between the report designer and viewer. type: how-to page_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting meta_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting @@ -13,46 +13,43 @@ ticketid: 1702612 ## Environment - - - - - - - - - - + + + + + + + + + +
Product Reporting
Version 19.2.25.924
Product Reporting
Version 19.2.25.924
## Description -I noticed discrepancies between the Telerik Reporting designer and viewer where the textbox spacing and alignment do not match. The issue often arises due to the textbox expanding when using large font sizes, causing layout shifts. Additionally, the report designer may show blank spaces at the bottom of the report that do not appear in the viewer or printed label. - -This knowledge base article also answers the following questions: -- Why does the report preview look different from the designer layout? -- How can I fix textbox alignment issues in Telerik Reporting? -- Why does blank space disappear in the report preview or printed label? +I noticed discrepancies between the Standalone Report Designer and viewer where the textbox spacing and alignment do not match. The issue often arises due to the textbox expanding when using large font sizes, causing layout shifts. Additionally, the report designer may show blank spaces at the bottom of the report that do not appear in the viewer or printed label. ## Solution To resolve the layout discrepancies, follow these steps: 1. Reduce the font size of the affected textboxes. Large font sizes, such as 20pt, cause the textbox to grow, pushing other elements downward. Use a smaller font like 14pt to prevent this. -2. Avoid overlapping textboxes in the designer. Overlapping can cause unpredictable alignment in the report preview. -3. Check the paper size and page settings. Ensure the dimensions match the intended label size (e.g., 63x38). -4. Ensure that the layout elements fit within the page boundaries. Move any element positioned at the bottom carefully to avoid triggering a new page. If a textbox moves to a new page when adjusted, verify the report's margins and page size. +1. Avoid overlapping textboxes in the designer. Overlapping can cause unpredictable alignment in the report preview. +1. Check the paper size and page settings. Ensure the dimensions match the intended label size (e.g., 63x38). +1. Ensure that the layout elements fit within the page boundaries. Move any element positioned at the bottom carefully to avoid triggering a new page. If a textbox moves to a new page when adjusted, verify the report's margins and page size. Example of reducing font size in the report file: ```xml + 1 + ``` ## See Also -- [Telerik Reporting Documentation](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting) -- [Understanding Report Layouts and Page Settings](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting/designing-reports-page-settings) -- [Common Report Design Issues](https://docs.telerik.com/reporting/troubleshooting-layout-issues) +* [Telerik Reporting Documentation]({%slug telerikreporting/welcome-to-telerik-reporting!%}) +* [Interactive and Print Layouts Overview]({%slug telerikreporting/using-reports-in-applications/display-reports-in-applications/interactive-vs.-print-layout%}) +* [TextBox Report Item Overview]({%slug telerikreporting/designing-reports/report-structure/textbox%}) From f7543805fbd1b631bd322cfd5a3a33ac8cb827b1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Dimitar Nikolov Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:42:13 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Update adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md --- ...extbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md | 27 ++++++------------- 1 file changed, 8 insertions(+), 19 deletions(-) diff --git a/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md index 378a1e895..8ae6713db 100644 --- a/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md +++ b/knowledge-base/adjusting-textbox-spacing-layout-telerik-reporting.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ --- -title: Adjusting Textbox Spacing and Layout -description: Resolve issues with textbox spacing and layout discrepancies between the report designer and viewer. +title: Adjusting TextBox Spacing and Layout +description: "Learn how to resolve issues with textbox spacing and layout discrepancies between the report designer and viewer." type: how-to page_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting meta_title: Fixing Textbox Alignment and Space Discrepancy in Telerik Reporting @@ -18,35 +18,24 @@ ticketid: 1702612 Product Reporting - - Version - 19.2.25.924 - ## Description -I noticed discrepancies between the Standalone Report Designer and viewer where the textbox spacing and alignment do not match. The issue often arises due to the textbox expanding when using large font sizes, causing layout shifts. Additionally, the report designer may show blank spaces at the bottom of the report that do not appear in the viewer or printed label. +I noticed discrepancies between the Standalone Report Designer and the Report Viewer, where the textbox spacing and alignment do not match. + +The issue often arises due to the textbox expanding when using large font sizes, causing layout shifts. Additionally, the report designer may show blank spaces at the bottom of the report that do not appear in the viewer or printed label. ## Solution To resolve the layout discrepancies, follow these steps: -1. Reduce the font size of the affected textboxes. Large font sizes, such as 20pt, cause the textbox to grow, pushing other elements downward. Use a smaller font like 14pt to prevent this. -1. Avoid overlapping textboxes in the designer. Overlapping can cause unpredictable alignment in the report preview. -1. Check the paper size and page settings. Ensure the dimensions match the intended label size (e.g., 63x38). +1. Check how much space the textbox takes at runtime. You can do that by setting an easily distinguishable background color to the element. If the size grows vertically at runtime and it breaks the pixel-perfect layout, reduce the font size of the affected textbox items. +1. Avoid overlapping items(such as TextBox items) in the report. Overlapping can cause unpredictable alignment in the report preview. +1. Check the [paper size and page settings]({%slug telerikreporting/designing-reports/rendering-and-paging/understanding-pagination%}#page-settings). Ensure the dimensions match the intended label size (e.g., 63x38). 1. Ensure that the layout elements fit within the page boundaries. Move any element positioned at the bottom carefully to avoid triggering a new page. If a textbox moves to a new page when adjusted, verify the report's margins and page size. -Example of reducing font size in the report file: - -```xml - - - 1 - - -``` ## See Also