Creating an output style from various data sources

[JohnLM 14]

For some time I was wondering how I could create a nice output from data I have. 

 

One day I was looking at some learning video or website--I can't remember.  And I saw how some easily create an output that included text and images.  If I recall, he used HTML at the time, but I'm not sure since it was a long time ago. 

 

Then, today, I was looking at some items in the GetIt portion of the welcome screen.  Then, moments later I decided to click on the 'getit package manager' and that's when it hit me, again, the idea of creating a custom output view similar to that.  

 

So, I was wondering if I could create something similar in Delphi with the built-in components I already have--be it HTML code (howto) or a combination of components already in Delphi, for VCL and FMX/Mobile.

 

* This D12 getit pkg mgr snippet taking from my tablet and down-resized 1920x1200, 50% 

* notice the output on the right side pane area, that is the design output I am seeking to create

 

Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can proceed in this endeavor?

 

What are your methods?

 

TIA

 

Edited November 14, 2023 by JohnLM

[Alexander Sviridenkov 356]

AFAIK this list is created using TControlList component.

If you want to use HTML and create more complex layouts, there is HTML Component  Library that allows to use HTML in Delphi controls and create layouts of any complexity.

https://delphihtmlcomponents.com/

[JohnLM 14]

@ Alexander S - Thanks for your reply. I will look into your second suggestion. 

 

** The TControlList ** 

 

I checked out the TControlList and found a video by Alister and he gave a brief tutorial using a TClientDataset.  I copied to code snippet from the screen in the video and tried and it worked. It was a nice output. I just need to play around with it to get a better feel for my needs and what I may use it for in the future.  So thanks, Alister.