RadPersistenceManager filter by not displayed

[Lev]

Hi, I am trying to use Persistence Framework in old existing project. The way RadGrid is used in that application, is by opening new aspx page for edit or add record, and then re open main page.

So when Add button is clicked I am saving Grid settings in Session

            RadPersistenceManager PersistenceManager1 = RadPersistenceManager.GetCurrent(Page);
            PersistenceManager1.StorageProviderKey = m_strPersistenceKey;
            SessionStorageProvider.StorageProviderKey = m_strPersistenceKey;
            PersistenceManager1.SaveState();
            Response.Redirect("TblMaint_TableDataForm_Tableau.aspx");

Then in OnNeededDataSource load back Grid state

            RadPersistenceManager PersistenceManager1 = RadPersistenceManager.GetCurrent(Page);
            PersistenceManager1.StorageProviderKey = tblName;
            PersistenceManager1.LoadState();

The problem is, that grid correctly displaying sorting, if it was used and correctly filtering records when filter was used for the column, but there is no visual notification that filtering is using. It only appears when clicking again on filter and selecting one of the options. For example "No filter". Since grid still persisting previous values, filtering stays the same, but visually it now correctly displaying value for filter and column that is used for filter.

 

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[Attila Antal]

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[Attila Antal]

Hi Lev,

Restoring the State only is not enough. You will also need to call the Rebind() method of RadGrid to refresh its state. You can see the implementation in the Persisting Grid Settings online demo.

Since the Rebind() method cannot be called inside the NeedDataSource you will need to use another event.

For example, you can try the PreRender event and create a condition that will check for the Grid state. If it's present,  restore the state then Rebind.

Regards,
Attila Antal
Progress Telerik

[Lev]

Hello, I tried that approach, still does not work. I attached sample to the original post. Maybe it has something to do with master page and PersistenanceManagerProxy.

[Lev]

I think it might be somehow related to AutoGenerateColumns Property of the grid. When it set to "false" and columns listed it works. When set to "true", filter value is not displayd on postback.

[Lev]

StateLooad call should be right before grid rebound method and not in the NeededDataSource event. PreRender event is a good candidate.

[Attila Antal]

Hi Lev,

I was unable to run the sample you shared as it won't load for unknown reasons.

Nevertheless, I looked at the source code, and based on that I've created a similar sample. I used Master/Content pages with RadPersistenceManager and RadPersistenceManagerProxy. The Columns are autogenerated and the project seems to be working fine.

You can download and test the sample from the attachment.

Documentation articles on the topic can be found below:

• Custom Storage Provider
• RadPersistManagerProxy and WebUserControls

 

Test the sample and let see if that will help resolve the issue. If not, you can modify it and make it replicate the problem. Send the problematic sample back to me and I will troubleshoot it.

 

Regards,
Attila Antal
Progress Telerik