Version 22.2 is not a maintenance update; it is a feature-rich release that addresses modern UI trends and performance metrics.
In the fast-paced world of enterprise software development, delivering a high-performance, visually stunning, and globally accessible application is no longer optional—it’s a necessity.
DevExpress Universal 22.2 Multilingual is a landmark release from Developer Express. While the core "Universal" subscription is renowned for its 650+ UI controls across WinForms, WPF, ASP.NET, Blazor, and more, the "Multilingual" aspect elevates this version into a must-have for developers targeting international markets. DevExpress Universal 22.2 Multilingual
This version isn't just about new controls; it's about breaking down language barriers without breaking your development workflow.
At first release, users praised the responsiveness of data-heavy grids and the crisp rendering of charts. DevExpress’s Virtual Mode and server-side data operations meant that millions of rows could be navigated without bogging down clients. The team also relied on built-in themes to deliver a consistent brand across locales, tweaking only colors and typography to match regional preferences. Version 22
| Feature | 22.2 Multilingual | 23.2 | 24.1 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | .NET Support | 6, 7 | 7, 8 | 8, 9 (Preview) | | MAUI Stability | Production Ready | Enhanced | Optimized | | AI-Powered Controls | No | Yes (Chat, Embeddings) | Yes (Full Suite) | | Multilingual | Full | Full | Full | | LTS Status | Yes (for some platforms) | No | No |
No other .NET suite comes close. You can design complex banded reports (e.g., invoices, financial statements) visually, then embed them into any app. The Dashboard component connects live to SQL Server, Oracle, or cloud sources—business users can filter/slice without IT help. 22.2 introduced CSS-based styling for Dashboard and custom SQL queries in the UI. At first release, users praised the responsiveness of
To maintain consistency, LumenSoft built a translation pipeline. Strings extracted from resource files were fed into a system where professional translators and in-country reviewers refined UI copy. The pipeline integrated with the source control so translations could be tested continuously. When a new locale — Portuguese — was requested mid-project, the pipeline folded it in with minimal friction.
Released in late 2022, version 22.2 was a milestone. While newer versions exist (24.x as of this writing), 22.2 remains a stable, battle-tested Long-Term Support (LTS) candidate for many enterprises. Key highlights of this version include:
Despite the shift to the web, WinForms remains dominant in finance and healthcare.