Chart FX 7 Supported Rendering Methods
For web-based applications, most charting components generate universally accessible images like PNG and JPEG which are static and do not require the browser to do round trips to the server. Other data visualizations solutions, including Chart FX, generate other types of output including Flash, SVG, and PDF that are still supported by most browsers and provide quality output for printing and limited interactivity like drilldown and tooltips.
In addition, Chart FX provides a .NET client component, which allow Internet Explorer browsers to automatically download secured code and let end users enjoy the same rich interfaces they are accustomed in smart client applications. Because intranet applications are not faced with the same constraints as internet web sites (security, dependence, etc), they can quickly realize the benefit of client controls and make their applications and Chart FX client components an essential front-end analysis and reporting tool for the end users.
To select the Chart FX rendering method, simply use the Smart Tag Wizard or the Properties list:
As a way to meet the increasing needs for image interactivity on the browser while still maintaining browser independence, Chart FX 7 adds a powerful DHTML rendering engine that allows end users to fully interact with charts in a fully secured environment.
