The C1AutoComplete control is a special type of search box that can be created on the client-side or server-side to complete search terms input by the user.

Feature Overview

C1AutoComplete provides several unique features including LoadOnDemand, DataBinding, AutoPostBack, AutoComplete positioning, a MaxCount property, a MinLength property, and built-in themes.

• LoadOnDemand
  AutoComplete for ASP.NET Web Forms is Ajax-powered which allows you to load information dynamically. Child items are loaded when you type in the search box.
  
  
• DataBinding
  C1AutoComplete allows you to bind the label, value, and category fields to a data source of your choice.
  
  
• AutoPostBack
  With the AutoPostBack property, you can indicate whether or not the control posts back to the server each time a user interacts with the control.
  
  
• Positioning
  The AutoComplete control allows you to identify the position of the control in relation to the associated input element.
  
  
• MaxCount
  C1AutoComplete allows you to control the maximum number of callback results. To use this property, you must specify the data source and have the LoadOnDemand property set to "true".
  
  
• MinLength
  The MinLength property allows you to control the number of characters a user has to type before the AutoComplete control activates.
  
  
• Theming
  With just a click of the SmartTag, change the AutoComplete's look by selecting one of the 5 premium themes (Midnight, Aristo, Rocket, Cobalt, and Sterling). Optionally, use ThemeRoller from jQuery UI to create a customized theme! For more information on this feature, see Themes.
  
  
• CSS Support
  Use a cascading style sheet (CSS) style to define custom skins. CSS support allows you to match the search box to your organization's standards.