# Getting Started with the Kendo UI for Angular Utilities

This guide provides the information you need to start using the Kendo UI for Angular Utilities—it includes instructions about the recommended installation approach, the code for running the project, and links to additional resources.

> As of version `17.0.0`, Angular makes [standalone component](https://angular.dev/guide/components/importing) enabled by default. If you use `NgModules`, refer to these articles:
>
> * [Using Kendo Angular Components with NgModules](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/installation/using-modules)
> * [Using Hybrid Configuration](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/installation/using-modules#ngmodules-vs-standalone-components-pros-and-cons-in-kendo-ui-for-angular)

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After the completion of this guide, you will be able to achieve an end result as demonstrated in the following example.

[Demo Source](https://demos.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/demos/utils/getting-started/source.txt)

## Before You Begin

Before you start with the installation of any Kendo UI for Angular control, ensure that you have a running Angular project. The prerequisites to accomplish the installation of the components are always the same regardless of the Kendo UI for Angular package you want to use, and are fully described in the [section on setting up your Angular project](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/getting-started#quick-start).

## Installing the Components

The following command demonstrates an efficient, automated method for adding packages using the [Angular CLI](https://angular.dev/tools/cli) through the [`ng-add`](https://angular.dev/tools/cli/schematics-for-libraries#providing-installation-support) command. This approach saves time and effort by executing a series of commands in a single step, which otherwise need to be run individually. Refer to the [Manual Setup](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/installation/manual-setup) for more details.

To add the Kendo UI for Angular Utils package:

1. Run the following command.

   ```sh
   ng add @progress/kendo-angular-utils
   ```

   As a result, the `ng-add` command will perform the following actions:

   * Add the `@progress/kendo-angular-utils` package as a dependency to the `package.json` file.
   * Add all required [peer dependencies](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/installation/dependencies-and-utils#kendo-angular-utilities-dependencies) to the `package.json` file.
   * Register the [Kendo UI Meridian theme](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/styling#including-a-theme) in the `angular.json` file.
   * Trigger `npm install` to install the theme and all peer packages that are added.

2. Import the required components and directives:
   * To add all components from the Utils package, import the `KENDO_UTILS` utility array in your standalone component.

     ```ts
     import { Component } from '@angular/core';
     import { KENDO_UTILS } from '@progress/kendo-angular-utils';

     @Component({
         standalone: true,
         selector: 'my-app',
         imports: [KENDO_UTILS]
     })
     ```

   * To add individual Utility components, import the corresponding utility arrays in your standalone component. See the list of [available utility arrays](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/installation/dependencies-and-utils#kendo-angular-utilities-utility-arrays).

     For example if you only need the Drag and Drop functionality, import `KENDO_DRAGANDDROP`.

     ```ts
     import { Component } from '@angular/core';
     import { KENDO_DRAGANDDROP } from '@progress/kendo-angular-utils';

     @Component({
         standalone: true,
         selector: 'my-app',
         imports: [KENDO_DRAGANDDROP]
     })
     ```

## Using the Components

1. After successfully installing the Utils package and importing the required components and directives, add the corresponding directives you need in the `app.component.html`. For example, if you need the DragTarget directive, add the following code:

   ```html
   <div kendoDragTarget>
       <span class="k-icon k-font-icon k-i-drag-and-drop"></span>
       Drag me!
   </div>
   ```

2. Build and serve the application by running the following command in the root folder.

   ```sh
   ng serve
   ```

3. Point your browser to [http://localhost:4200](http://localhost:4200/) to see the Kendo UI for Angular DragTarget on the page.

## Activating Your License Key

As of December 2020, using any of the UI components from the Kendo UI for Angular library requires either a commercial license key or an active trial license key. If your application does not contain a Kendo UI license file, [activate your license key](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/licensing).

## Next Steps

* [Utilities Dependencies & Standalone Utilities](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/installation/dependencies-and-utils)
* [Drag and Drop Overview](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/draganddrop)
* [Utilities API Documentation](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils/api)

## Learning Resources

* [Utilities Overview](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/utils)
* [Get Started with Kendo UI for Angular](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/getting-started)
* [Using Kendo UI for Angular with Angular CLI](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/installation/angular-cli)
* [Styling Overview](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/styling)
* [Theme Builder](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/styling/theme-builder)
* [Customizing the Themes](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/styling/custom-themes)
* [Activating Your License Key](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/licensing)
* [Video Courses](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-angular-ui/components/getting-started/video-onboarding)