How to Configure the Toolbar Render Mode in Bold Reports Server

In Bold Reports Server, the toolbar render mode determines the appearance and functionality of the report viewer toolbar. This article provides step-by-step instructions to configure the toolbar render mode based on your requirements. For example, you can switch between the Classic toolbar mode and the Native toolbar mode.

Steps to Configure the Toolbar Render Mode

Step 1: Access the Manage Sites Section

Click the Profile Icon on the Report Server Homepage.
From the popup menu, select Manage Sites.

Step 2: Access the Configuration Settings

In the Manage Sites section, locate and click the Settings icon.
From the menu options, select Configuration.
Navigate to the reporting/config.xml file from the dropdown list.

Step 3: Modify the Config.xml File

Open the Config.xml file and find the ToolBarRenderMode tag. Update the value between the tags to either Classic or Native, based on your preference.

Native Mode: Uses a modern, streamlined rendering approach for the toolbar controls.
```
<ToolBarRenderMode>Native</ToolBarRenderMode> 
```
Classic Mode: Provides the traditional Bold Reports toolbar styling.
```
<ToolBarRenderMode>Classic</ToolBarRenderMode> 
```

Modify the tag to reflect your preferred toolbar mode. Save the file and refresh the reports site to apply the changes.

Preview the Changes

After applying the changes, preview both toolbar modes to confirm that the selected mode meets your requirements.

Classic Toolbar Render Mode
Native Toolbar Render Mode

Conclusion

Configuring the toolbar render mode in Bold Reports Server allows you to customize the report viewer toolbar according to your needs. By following the steps above, you can easily switch between the Classic and Native toolbar modes.