I am excited to inform you of the release of Windows Community Toolkit 8.1, a significant update that brings powerful new capabilities to WinUI and .NET developers. This version introduces key improvements and compatibility updates to streamline your development process.
Key Highlights of Version 8.1
Expanded Compatibility
- Full support for WindowsAppSDK 1.5 and Uno Platform 5.2
- Seamless integration with .NET 8
- Optimized for Windows version 22621
Simplified Package Management
- Updated NuGet package redirects ensure smooth transitions from older versions
Enhanced UI Components
- Revamped ColorPicker and ColorPickerButton with improved UX
- Redesigned TabbedCommandBar for better integration with WinUI controls
Performance and Functionality Upgrades
- .NET 8 support
- Enhanced Camera helpers
- New spacing options for DockPanel
- Initial Native AOT annotations
Stability Improvements
- Numerous bug fixes (full changelog available on GitHub)
Windows Community Toolkit Labs: Innovation in Action
The Toolkit Labs continue to be a hub for cutting-edge development:
- MarkdownTextBlock: Rebuilt with the Markdig parser for superior compatibility and performance
- Ribbon Control: New WPF-style Ribbon pattern with collapsible sections and keyboard shortcuts
About Windows Community Toolkit
This comprehensive toolkit offers controls and helper libraries designed to simplify development for WinUI and Uno Platform. Version 8.x represents a major leap forward in usability and extensibility.
Uno Platform: Cross-Platform Development Made Easy
Discover the power of Uno Platform for building cross-platform applications with a single codebase. Supporting Windows, iOS, Android, macOS, Linux, and Web (via WebAssembly), Uno Platform is an open-source, free solution for modern app development.
Check out the official announcement here: Link
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