Getting Started

Quickly begin using ActiveReports by reviewing some of the most commonly used features.

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Adding ActiveReports Controls: Learn how to add ActiveReports controls to the toolbox in Visual Studio.
Adding an ActiveReport to a Project: Learn how to add an ActiveReport to a Visual Studio project. Also in this section, learn about the different types of reports and how to add code or script to each.
Adding a Data Source to a Report: Learn about the different ways that you can add data to each type of report, and where to find more information on each.
Viewing Reports: Learn how to preview a report at design time or view it in Windows Form, Web or Silverlight Viewers.
Adding an ActiveReports Application: Learn how to add an ActiveReports application to the Visual Studio project and avoid additional implementation rendering the report in the Viewer.