Sample chapter: Using XAML Styles
This chapter from Microsoft Visual Basic 2013 Step by Step investigates how XAML styles are used to format controls with a consistent and attractive appearance across the user interface.
After completing this chapter, you will be able to
Understand how XAML styles are used to build attractive-looking user interfaces.
Define reusable styles in the App.xaml project file.
Reference new styles by using the Style property for controls on the page
Build new styles from existing styles using inheritance and the BasedOn property
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