How to bind a complex object to RadGrid

[Jonathan]

Hello,

I have a DataForm that is bound to a complex object.  Within this complex object we have sub-objects that are Lists<> of other objects.  How can I put a RadGrid inside the DataForm and have it bind to the sub-object List<>?

[Doncho]

Hi Jonathan,

It is always recommended to use the NeedDataSource event handler for binding data to the RadGrid programmatically

• https://www.telerik.com/support/kb/aspnet-ajax/grid/details/how-to-bind-radgrid-properly-on-server-side

In this case, NeedDataSource can be insufficient and you can try adding the DataBinding event of the Grid as well. You can check a working demonstration of a Grid nested inside another Grid in the link below. The approach for nesting the Grid in a DataForm should be quite similar.

• https://www.telerik.com/support/code-library/radgrid-nestedviewtemplate-hierarchy-with-programmatic-binding-and-accessing-controls

I hope this will prove helpful.

Kind regards,
Doncho
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