Implementing WPF Tile Controls

Guide for implementing Syncfusion® WPF Tile Controls — SfHubTile and SfPulsingTile — which create Windows Desktop-style live tile UIs with animated transitions, content cycling, grouping, and freeze support.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when you need to:

• Create live tile UIs similar to Windows Desktop or Windows Phone start screens
• Implement SfHubTile — tiles that cycle between primary and secondary content with Slide/Fade transitions
• Implement SfPulsingTile — tiles that zoom/pan content continuously (music/video tile style)
• Configure tile header, title, and image display
• Set up transition animations and intervals
• Group tiles and freeze/unfreeze animations programmatically or via HubTileService
• Customize appearance with styles, templates, and themes

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