Displaying Nested Lists as Detail Rows or Sub-Tables in Bold Reports

Bold Reports provides flexible options to display nested lists from .NET class datasets, allowing you to design reports that are both informative and visually organized.

This article explains three commonly used methods to display nested data under each main item in a report. Each method suits different scenarios and design preferences.

Methods to Display Nested Lists

1. Master-Detail Report with Nested Data Regions

   Create a master-detail report where the main dataset is displayed in the parent region, and the nested list appears in a child region.

   Learn more: Creating a Master-Detail Report with Nested Data Regions in Bold Reports

2. Using a Subreport in Report Designer

   A subreport can be embedded under each main item to display the nested list. The parent report passes parameters to the subreport for filtering.

   Learn more: How to create Master-Detail Report using subreport in Report Designer

3. Using a Table with Grouping in Report Designer

   Design a table with grouping to display the main item and its nested list as detail rows.

   Learn more: How to create a Master-Detail Report using the table in Report Designer

All three methods are supported in Bold Reports. The linked Knowledge Base articles provide step-by-step instructions and example reports to help you implement each solution effectively.