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Working with the DataList

Much like the DataGrid, the DataList is geared toward displaying data in a particular format. Whereas the DataGrid is best at organizing data into horizontal rows in a table, the DataList is best at grouping data into chunks, as you can see in Figure 11.5. Notice how the information about each product is closely grouped in its own section. Though it can be used to display data horizontally, the DataList is primarily used to display a set of information grouped together.

Figure 11.5. The IBuySpy Product List page.

Unlike the DataGrid, however, the DataList will not automatically generate a default appearance for your data. ...