Shape Customization

Shape Customization allows developers to modify the corner radii of the button to achieve a rounded or custom-shaped appearance that aligns with the overall design of the application.

Overview

The Shape Customization feature of the SiticoneDashboardButton control provides flexibility in defining the curvature of each corner individually. By adjusting the properties for the top-left, top-right, bottom-left, and bottom-right corner radii, developers can create buttons with a variety of visual styles—from subtly rounded to fully pill-shaped—enhancing the control’s aesthetic appeal and fitting it into modern, sleek UI designs.

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Properties Table

Property	Type	Default Value	Description
CornerRadiusTopLeft	int	0	Sets the radius (in pixels) of the top-left corner for the rounded corner effect.
CornerRadiusTopRight	int	0	Sets the radius (in pixels) of the top-right corner for the rounded corner effect.
CornerRadiusBottomLeft	int	0	Sets the radius (in pixels) of the bottom-left corner for the rounded corner effect.
CornerRadiusBottomRight	int	0	Sets the radius (in pixels) of the bottom-right corner for the rounded corner effect.

Note: All corner radius values should be non-negative. Adjusting these values will trigger a redraw of the control to update its appearance.

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Code Examples

Basic Integration

The following example demonstrates how to create a SiticoneDashboardButton with uniformly rounded corners by setting the same radius for all four corners:

using System;
using System.Drawing;
using System.Windows.Forms;
using SiticoneNetFrameworkUI;

public class ShapeCustomizationDemoForm : Form
{
    public ShapeCustomizationDemoForm()
    {
        // Instantiate the SiticoneDashboardButton control
        SiticoneDashboardButton dashboardButton = new SiticoneDashboardButton
        {
            Text = "Rounded Button",
            Size = new Size(250, 45),
            Location = new Point(50, 50),
            // Set uniform corner radii for a rounded appearance
            CornerRadiusTopLeft = 10,
            CornerRadiusTopRight = 10,
            CornerRadiusBottomLeft = 10,
            CornerRadiusBottomRight = 10
        };

        // Add the button to the form
        Controls.Add(dashboardButton);
    }

    [STAThread]
    public static void Main()
    {
        Application.EnableVisualStyles();
        Application.Run(new ShapeCustomizationDemoForm());
    }
}

Advanced Customization

This example illustrates how to customize each corner radius independently to create a more unique button shape. In this scenario, the top corners are rounded while the bottom corners remain sharp:

using System;
using System.Drawing;
using System.Windows.Forms;
using SiticoneNetFrameworkUI;

public class AdvancedShapeCustomizationForm : Form
{
    public AdvancedShapeCustomizationForm()
    {
        // Instantiate the SiticoneDashboardButton control with custom corner settings
        SiticoneDashboardButton dashboardButton = new SiticoneDashboardButton
        {
            Text = "Custom Shape",
            Size = new Size(250, 45),
            Location = new Point(50, 50),
            // Round only the top corners
            CornerRadiusTopLeft = 15,
            CornerRadiusTopRight = 15,
            CornerRadiusBottomLeft = 0,
            CornerRadiusBottomRight = 0
        };

        // Add the button to the form
        Controls.Add(dashboardButton);
    }

    [STAThread]
    public static void Main()
    {
        Application.EnableVisualStyles();
        Application.Run(new AdvancedShapeCustomizationForm());
    }
}

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Key Points

Aspect	Details
Customizability	Each corner can be independently customized, providing flexibility in shaping the control.
Visual Impact	Rounded corners can enhance the visual appeal and modernity of the user interface.
Redraw Trigger	Changing any of the corner radius properties triggers an automatic redraw of the control.
Integration Ease	Simple integer values are used to define the corner radii, making integration straightforward.

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Best Practices

Practice	Recommendation
Consistent Styling	Use consistent corner radii across similar controls to maintain a uniform visual design throughout the application.
Balance with Other Elements	Ensure that the rounded corners complement other UI elements (e.g., buttons, panels) without overwhelming the overall design.
Consider Performance	Test different corner radius values to ensure that the redraw performance is acceptable, especially on lower-end devices.
Visual Hierarchy	Use shape customization strategically to highlight primary actions or buttons within complex layouts.

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Common Pitfalls

Pitfall	How to Avoid
Over-Rounding	Setting excessively high values may result in a pill-shaped button that might not suit all design contexts.
Inconsistent Aesthetics	Avoid mixing too many different corner radii in closely related controls to maintain a cohesive UI.
Neglecting Redraw Effects	Ensure that changes to corner radii trigger proper redraws; otherwise, updates to the shape may not be visible.

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Usage Scenarios

Scenario	Example Use Case
Modern UI Design	Create buttons with subtle rounded corners to match modern flat or material design aesthetics.
Emphasizing Call-to-Action	Use pronounced rounding for primary buttons to draw user attention and enhance clickability.
Custom Themed Applications	Adjust individual corner radii to create a unique button shape that aligns with a custom application theme or brand style.

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Review

Shape Customization in the SiticoneDashboardButton control is a straightforward yet powerful feature that allows developers to tailor the button's visual form. By adjusting the corner radii individually, you can create both uniform and unique button shapes that enhance the overall user interface. The provided examples and tables illustrate the usage, benefits, and potential pitfalls of using shape customization, making it easier for developers to integrate this feature effectively.

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Summary

The Shape Customization feature of the SiticoneDashboardButton control enables precise control over the curvature of each corner of the button. With properties like CornerRadiusTopLeft, CornerRadiusTopRight, CornerRadiusBottomLeft, and CornerRadiusBottomRight, developers can easily adapt the button’s shape to fit the desired visual style of their application. Following the outlined best practices and considering common pitfalls will ensure that the control is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally robust.

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Additional Resources

Resource	Description	Link/Reference
Control Source Code	Detailed implementation of shape customization in the control.	Refer to the provided source code documentation.
.NET WinForms Guidelines	Official guidelines on creating custom controls with visual enhancements.	https://docs.microsoft.com/dotnet/desktop/winforms/

This comprehensive documentation should assist developers in understanding, integrating, and customizing the Shape Customization feature of the SiticoneDashboardButton control in their .NET WinForms applications.