Layout & Content

Layout & Content provides flexible options to control the positioning, alignment, and resizing of text and images within the SiticoneButton, ensuring an optimal and adaptive presentation of content.

Overview

This feature allows developers to precisely manage how the button's text and image are displayed. It includes automatic sizing based on text, text wrapping, and customizable alignment options for both text and images. These settings ensure that the button's appearance remains consistent regardless of varying content lengths or language direction.

The table below summarizes the configurable properties for Layout & Content:

Property Name	Description	Default Value	Code Example
AutoSizeBasedOnText	Automatically adjusts the button’s size based on its text content to prevent truncation and maintain visibility.	false	button.AutoSizeBasedOnText = true;
EnableTextWrapping	Determines whether the button’s text should wrap to multiple lines when it exceeds the control's width.	false	button.EnableTextWrapping = true;
TextAlign	Controls the horizontal and vertical alignment of the text within the button (using a nine-grid system).	ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter	button.TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter;
ButtonImage	Sets an image to be displayed on the button, supporting icons or logos alongside text.	null	button.ButtonImage = Image.FromFile("icon.png");
ImageSize	Defines the dimensions (width and height) of the button's image to ensure consistent sizing.	new Size(16, 16)	button.ImageSize = new Size(24, 24);
ImageAlign	Specifies the alignment of the image within the button using the nine-grid alignment system.	ContentAlignment.MiddleLeft	button.ImageAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleRight;
ImagePadding	Sets the spacing (in pixels) between the image and other button elements, such as text.	5	button.ImagePadding = 10;
RightToLeft	Overrides the text direction for right-to-left languages to ensure proper localization and layout.	RightToLeft.No	button.RightToLeft = RightToLeft.Yes;

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Key Points

Aspect	Details
Adaptive Sizing	AutoSizeBasedOnText ensures that the button adjusts its dimensions based on its text, avoiding truncation.
Flexible Alignment	TextAlign and ImageAlign provide granular control over the placement of text and images within the button.
Image and Text Integration	The combination of ButtonImage, ImageSize, and ImagePadding allows for a cohesive design when using both text and graphics.
Localization Support	RightToLeft support ensures that the layout adapts correctly for languages with right-to-left reading order.

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Best Practices

Recommendation	Explanation	Sample Code Snippet
Enable AutoSize for variable text lengths	When the button’s text content is dynamic or may vary in length, enable AutoSizeBasedOnText for a better fit.	button.AutoSizeBasedOnText = true;
Use text wrapping for lengthy text	Enable text wrapping when the button text is long to ensure all information is visible without excessive resizing.	button.EnableTextWrapping = true;
Consistent alignment across UI	Set TextAlign and ImageAlign consistently across similar controls to maintain a uniform user interface.	button.TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter;
Appropriately size and space images	Adjust ImageSize and ImagePadding to ensure that images do not overlap with text and maintain a balanced design.	button.ImageSize = new Size(24, 24); button.ImagePadding = 8;
Support localization properly	If your application targets languages that read right-to-left, set the RightToLeft property to ensure correct layout direction.	button.RightToLeft = RightToLeft.Yes;

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Common Pitfalls

Issue	Cause	Mitigation
Text truncation	Not enabling AutoSizeBasedOnText when text content is dynamic can result in clipped or truncated text.	Enable AutoSizeBasedOnText and test with various text lengths.
Overlapping text and image	Incorrect values for ImagePadding or mismatched alignment settings can lead to overlapping UI elements.	Adjust ImagePadding and verify the alignment settings for both text and image.
Inconsistent layout in localization	Neglecting the RightToLeft property can cause improper text rendering in languages that require right-to-left support.	Set RightToLeft appropriately when localizing your application.

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Usage Scenarios

Scenario	Description	Example Integration
Dynamic form buttons with variable text	Use AutoSizeBasedOnText and EnableTextWrapping to adjust the button size for varying text lengths dynamically.	csharp<br>var dynamicButton = new SiticoneButton();<br>dynamicButton.Text = "Submit your response";<br>dynamicButton.AutoSizeBasedOnText = true;<br>dynamicButton.EnableTextWrapping = true;<br>this.Controls.Add(dynamicButton);<br>
Icon buttons with integrated text and images	Combine ButtonImage, ImageSize, ImageAlign, and ImagePadding to create visually appealing buttons with icons.	csharp<br>var iconButton = new SiticoneButton();<br>iconButton.Text = "Settings";<br>iconButton.ButtonImage = Image.FromFile("settings.png");<br>iconButton.ImageSize = new Size(20, 20);<br>iconButton.ImageAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleLeft;<br>iconButton.ImagePadding = 5;<br>this.Controls.Add(iconButton);<br>
Localization-aware buttons	Adjust the layout for languages with right-to-left reading order by setting the RightToLeft property appropriately.	csharp<br>var rtlButton = new SiticoneButton();<br>rtlButton.Text = "مرحبًا";<br>rtlButton.RightToLeft = RightToLeft.Yes;<br>rtlButton.TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter;<br>this.Controls.Add(rtlButton);<br>

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Code Examples

Example 1: Basic Text Layout with Auto Sizing

// Create a SiticoneButton with auto-sizing based on its text
var autoSizeButton = new SiticoneButton
{
    Text = "Auto-Resizing Button",
    AutoSizeBasedOnText = true,
    EnableTextWrapping = false, // Set to true if multiline text is expected
    TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter,
    Size = new Size(150, 50) // Initial size; may be overridden by auto sizing
};

// Add the button to the form
this.Controls.Add(autoSizeButton);

Example 2: Button with Integrated Image and Text

// Initialize a SiticoneButton with an image and text
var imageButton = new SiticoneButton
{
    Text = "Profile",
    ButtonImage = Image.FromFile("profile_icon.png"), // Ensure the image file exists in your project resources
    ImageSize = new Size(24, 24),
    ImageAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleLeft,
    ImagePadding = 10,
    TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleRight,
    Size = new Size(180, 60)
};

// Add the button to your form
this.Controls.Add(imageButton);

Example 3: Localization with Right-to-Left Support

// Create a SiticoneButton for a right-to-left language
var localizedButton = new SiticoneButton
{
    Text = "أرسل", // Arabic for "Send"
    RightToLeft = RightToLeft.Yes,
    TextAlign = ContentAlignment.MiddleCenter,
    Size = new Size(140, 50)
};

// Add the localized button to your form
this.Controls.Add(localizedButton);

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Review

Aspect	Comments
Dynamic Layout	Auto-sizing and text wrapping allow the control to adapt to different content sizes, ensuring readability.
Consistent Design	Customizable alignment and image settings enable a uniform look across the application’s UI elements.
Localization Support	Right-to-Left properties ensure that the control is ready for applications targeting multiple languages.

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Summary

Layout & Content in the SiticoneButton control provides comprehensive options to manage how text and images are displayed. With properties like AutoSizeBasedOnText, EnableTextWrapping, TextAlign, and various image configuration settings, developers can create buttons that automatically adjust to varying content sizes and support multiple languages. This flexibility ensures that the control maintains a consistent and professional appearance across different usage scenarios.

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Additional Resources

Topic	Description
Integration Tips	Consider combining Layout & Content settings with other features such as Animation Effects for enhanced UI.
Troubleshooting	Verify that AutoSizeBasedOnText is enabled if text truncation occurs, and adjust ImagePadding if elements overlap.
Extending Functionality	Use RightToLeft settings in conjunction with localized resource files to build fully internationalized applications.

This comprehensive guide on Layout & Content should help you effectively integrate and customize the visual presentation of text and images in the SiticoneButton control for your .NET WinForms applications.