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c#xamlwindows-phone-8expression-blendsample-data

Creating sample data for existing UI in Blend?

I'm trying to connect sample data for a WP8 app in Blend.

All tutorials seem to build their UI around sample data. I have a UI already and just want to populate with sample data. If I drag my sample data to a UI control, it's replaced by a repeater connected to the sample data instead.

How do I add sample data from Blend without altering the ui?

Solution

  • The magic happens with modifier keys on drag.
    SHIFT-drag is what I was looking for. Add CTRL if you only want to bind against the first item i the sample data.

    This excellent article provides screenshots.