Double-columned in ASP.NET

Question

A dataset will be shown in 2 different columns. Can I use for this the repeater-control or is there a more appropriate control ? Does anyone know a good example?

Answer 1

You can use a Repeater, a GridView or a DataList. The easiest way to show a dataset in columns is using a GridView.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd548005.aspx

Answer 2

The datalist control is a light weight control but has the advantage over the repeater control with 2 interesting properties:

• RepeatColums
• RepeatDirection

The ListView control is also a valuable alternative but it's more heavy weight so if you don't need all the extra fluff then I suggest the DataList control.