DataGrid Always edit mode | Alternative Get focuced or active column

Hi Juri,

Thank you for reaching out to us. DxGrid doesn't have an API to initiate editing upon typing, but I added your request to our backlog. We will consider it for future development. Unfortunately, there isn't a straightforward workaround for this usage scenario.

Second question: Alternatively I can make some kind of workaround using the sample from https://supportcenter.devexpress.com/ticket/details/t1265190 which handles the keydown event and uses await grid.StartEditDataItemAsync(focusedItem, "FieldName"); to activate the editor.

The issue with this workaround is that StartEditDataItemAsync is executed asynchronously and the Grid renders editors with some delay. Users might expect that all their input will be immediately displayed in the editor. It is indeed a complex task to synchronize user input with the editor value in this usage scenario, especially if users type and navigate between cells quickly.

Regarding your question about obtaining an active cell, DxGrid does not have an API for this feature, but it is possible. You can assign the column index and row index data attributes to data cell elements in the CustomizeElement event and retrieve this information when needed. For instance, you can implement the GetFocusedCell function and call the corresponding JavaScript function. In the JS function, you can obtain these data attributes:

JavaScript
function GetFocusedCell(){
    return document.activeElement.getAttribute('data-column-index')
}

I understand that this feature may be helpful, so I added this request to our backlog as well.

We will notify you if our plans change and we begin implementing one of these two features.

Regards,
Alex