Is it possible to add custom items to the ColumnMenu on the grid?

[Catherine]

Right now it the ColumnMenu() is enabled for a grid by default it shows:

• Sort Ascending
• Sort Descending
• Columns
• Filter

Is it possible to add custom items to this list?

[Tsvetomir]

Hi Catherine,

It is possible to add new items to the Kendo menu using the append() method as shown in the Menu / API demo. When used in combination with the grid's columnMenu, the right approach would be to wire to the columnMenuOpen event and add the desired amount of additional menu items.

I have created a Sample Dojo Project in order to better clarify the columnMenuOpen event suggestion - Custom Column Menu Dojo.

I hope these directions will prove to be helpful for your specific case. If you have further queries, do not hesitate to contact us.

Regards,
Tsvetomir
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[Catherine]

Hi Tsvetomir,

Thank you, yes it was helpful. I'd also like to know if it is possible to add to that list for only one column and to add an icon.

Thanks,

Catherine

[Tsvetomir]

Hi Catherine,

I am glad to hear that the previously mentioned suggestions have proved helpful.

Straight to the point, it is possible to customize the list only for the column and add an icon to it. Note that you can include not only an icon, but also an image URL.

I modified the sample from my previous response and applied the requirements you have requested for. You can find the Dojo project here: Add List Item to Only One Menu. The list item is added only for the ShipCountry column.

Please have a look at the sample and see whether it meets your requirements.

Best regards,
Tsvetomir
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[Catherine]

Thank you for your help; your examples are great!