From 2381695c6082b40e372b9d233436e5600c27e9de Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 19:49:27 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 1/9] Updated skills UG

---
 WindowsForms-toc.html                         |   8 +-
 ...{component-skills.md => control-skills.md} |  47 +++--
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md      | 199 ++++++++++++++++++
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skills.md     | 188 -----------------
 4 files changed, 227 insertions(+), 215 deletions(-)
 rename WindowsForms/skills/{component-skills.md => control-skills.md} (73%)
 create mode 100644 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
 delete mode 100644 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skills.md

diff --git a/WindowsForms-toc.html b/WindowsForms-toc.html
index 4942a211c..54787d9ea 100644
--- a/WindowsForms-toc.html
+++ b/WindowsForms-toc.html
@@ -8,13 +8,9 @@
 	</li>
 	<li>
 	   <a href="/windowsforms/System-Requirements">System Requirements</a>
+	<li>
+	   <a href="/windowsforms/skills">Skills</a>
 	</li>
-		<li>Skills
-        <ul>	
-            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/component-skills">Component Skills</a></li>
-            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/ui-composer-skills">Windows Forms UI Composer Skill</a></li>
-        </ul>
-    </li>
 	<li>AI Coding Assistant
 		<ul>
 			<li><a href="/windowsforms/ai-coding-assistant/overview">Overview</a></li>
diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/component-skills.md b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
similarity index 73%
rename from WindowsForms/skills/component-skills.md
rename to WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
index b4fba710d..e67983c60 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/component-skills.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 ---
 layout: post
 title: Syncfusion Windows Forms Agent Skills for AI Assistants | Syncfusion
-description: Learn how to install and use Syncfusion Agent Skills to enhance AI assistants with accurate Syncfusion Windows Forms component guidance.
+description: Learn how to install and use Syncfusion Agent Skills to enhance AI assistants with accurate Syncfusion Windows Forms control guidance.
 control: Skills
 platform: windowsforms
 documentation: ug
@@ -12,46 +12,48 @@ domainurl: ##DomainURL##
 
 This guide introduces **Syncfusion Windows Forms Skills**, a knowledge package that enables AI assistants (VS Code, Cursor, CodeStudio, etc.) to understand and generate accurate Windows Forms code using official APIs, patterns, and theming guidelines.
 
-These skills eliminate common issues with generic AI suggestions by grounding the assistant in accurate component usage patterns, API structures, supported features, and project‑specific configuration.
+These skills eliminate common issues with generic AI suggestions by grounding the assistant in accurate control usage patterns, API structures, supported features, and project‑specific configuration.
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
 Before installing Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms Agent Skills, ensure the following:
 
-- Required [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/) version >= 16
+- Required [.NET SDK](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download) version >= 6 for Windows Forms development
 - Windows Forms application (existing or new); see [Overview](https://help.syncfusion.com/windowsforms/overview)
 - A supported AI agent or IDE that integrates with the Skills CLI (VS Code, Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Code Studio, Cursor, etc.)
 
 ## Key Benefits
 
-**Component Usage & API Knowledge**
-- Accurate guidance for adding and configuring Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms components
+**Control Usage & API Knowledge**
+- Accurate guidance for adding and configuring Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls
 - Component‑specific properties, events, and required assemblies
-- Guidance for component initialization and designer integration patterns
+- Guidance for control initialization and designer integration patterns
 
 **Patterns & Best Practices**
 - Recommended API structures and composition patterns for Windows Forms
-- Data‑binding approaches for common scenarios
+- Data‑binding approaches for common scenarios using DataSource and BindingSource
 - Feature‑injection workflows (for example, paging, sorting, filtering)
+- Event handling and layout management for Windows Forms controls
 - All guidance is authored directly in Skill files and does not rely on external documentation fetches
 
 **Design‑System Guidance**
-- Theme usage, including light and dark variants
-- VisualStyle patterns and customization approaches
-- Consistent design alignment across Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms components
+- VisualStyle and ThemeStyle patterns including Office2019Black, Office2019Colorful and custom themes
+- Light and dark theme variants for Windows Forms
+- Customization approaches including background colors, fonts, and control appearance
+- Consistent design alignment across Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls
 
 ## Installation
 
-Install [Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms components skills](https://github.com/syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills.git) using the Skills CLI. Users can also explore available skills from the [marketplace](https://www.skills.sh/syncfusion).
+Install [Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls skills](https://github.com/syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills.git) using the Skills CLI. Users can also explore available skills from the [marketplace](https://www.skills.sh/syncfusion).
 
 ### Install all skills
 
-Use the following command to install all component skills at once in the `.agents/skills` directory:
+Use the following command to install all control skills at once in the `.agents/skills` directory:
 
 {% tabs %}
 {% highlight bash tabtitle="NPM" %}
 
-npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills -y
+npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills -y
 
 {% endhighlight %}
 {% endtabs %}
@@ -63,7 +65,7 @@ Use the following command to install skills interactively:
 {% tabs %}
 {% highlight bash tabtitle="NPM" %}
 
-npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills
+npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills
 
 {% endhighlight %}
 {% endtabs %}
@@ -131,20 +133,23 @@ To learn more about the Skills CLI, refer [here](https://www.skills.sh/docs).
 
 ## How Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Agent Skills Work
 
-1. **Reads relevant Skill files based on queries**, retrieving component usage patterns, APIs, and best‑practice guidance from installed Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Skills. The assistant initially loads only skill names and descriptions, then dynamically loads the required skill and reference files as needed to provide accurate Syncfusion guidance.
+1. **Reads relevant Skill files based on queries**, retrieving control usage patterns, APIs, and best‑practice guidance from installed Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Skills. The assistant initially loads only skill names and descriptions, then dynamically loads the required skill and reference files as needed to provide accurate Syncfusion guidance.
 2. **Enforces Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> best practices**, including:
 
-   - Using the required assemblies for each component.
-   - Injecting applicable component controls (for example, paging, sorting, filtering, and other feature controls).
-   - Adding the correct theme and VisualStyle settings.
-3. **Generates component‑accurate code**, avoiding invalid properties or unsupported patterns.
+   - Using the required Syncfusion assemblies for each control (.dll references).
+   - Injecting applicable control controls and behaviors (for example, paging, sorting, filtering, and other feature controls).
+   - Adding the correct theme, VisualStyle, and StyleManager configurations for Windows Forms.
+   - Proper event wiring and control initialization within Form designer or code.
+3. **Generates component‑accurate code**, avoiding invalid properties or unsupported patterns specific to Windows Forms.
 
 ### Using the AI Assistant
 
 Once skills are installed, the assistant can be used to generate and update Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms code for tasks such as:
 
-- "Add a DataGrid with paging, sorting, and filtering."
-- "Create a Scheduler with week view and drag‑drop."
+- "Add a DataGrid with paging, sorting, and filtering features."
+- "Create a Scheduler control with week view and drag-and-drop support."
+- "Apply the Office2019Blue theme to all Syncfusion controls."
+- "Configure a ComboBox with autocomplete and data binding."
 
 ## Skills CLI Commands
 
diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
new file mode 100644
index 000000000..f87154070
--- /dev/null
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -0,0 +1,199 @@
+---
+layout: post
+title: Syncfusion® WinForms UI Composer Skill for AI Assistants | Syncfusion®
+description: Install Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer to generate production-ready Windows Forms controls from natural-language prompts.
+control: Skills
+platform: windowsforms
+documentation: ug
+domainurl: ##DomainURL##
+---
+
+# Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer Skill for AI Assistants
+
+**Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer** is an AI-powered skill and companion agent that accelerates Windows Forms application development by transforming natural-language UI requirements into production-ready controls using Syncfusion® Windows Forms libraries. 
+
+Integrated with your AI-powered IDE, it leverages deep knowledge of **Syncfusion® controls** to deliver accurate and ready-to-use code.
+By combining intelligent code generation with best practices, accessibility standards, and design-system consistency, Windows Forms UI Composer helps you rapidly build scalable dashboards and user interfaces without leaving your development workflow.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+Before installing Windows Forms UI Composer, ensure the following:
+
+- Install [APM (Agent Package Manager)](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/installation/#quick-install-recommended)
+- Required [.NET SDK](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download) version ≥ 6
+- Windows Forms application (existing or new); see [Overview](https://help.syncfusion.com/windowsforms/overview)
+- A supported AI agent or IDE that integrates with the Skills (VS Code, Cursor, Syncfusion® Code Studio, etc.)
+- Active Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> license(any of the following):  
+  - [Commercial](https://www.syncfusion.com/sales/unlimitedlicense)  
+  - [Community License](https://www.syncfusion.com/products/communitylicense)  
+  - [Free Trial](https://www.syncfusion.com/account/manage-trials/start-trials)
+
+## Key Benefits
+
+### **AI-Driven UI Generation**
+- Converts prompts into complete Windows Forms components—not just snippets
+- Automatically selects appropriate Syncfusion® controls and features
+- Produces structured, maintainable C# code
+
+### **Control Usage & API Accuracy**
+- Uses correct Syncfusion® control APIs and properties
+- Injects required feature controls and behaviors (paging, sorting, filtering, etc.)
+- Ensures proper assembly references and control initialization
+- Avoids unsupported or deprecated patterns for Windows Forms
+
+### **Patterns & Best Practices**
+- Recommended control composition and data-binding patterns
+- Event handling aligned with Windows Forms standards and designer integration
+- Secure and scalable coding patterns with proper resource management
+- Designer-friendly code that works in both code-behind and UI designer
+
+### **Accessibility & Design System**
+- Follows Windows accessibility guidelines
+- Supports keyboard navigation and accessibility standards
+- Theme consistency across desktop applications
+
+### **Design-System Integration**
+- Supports Syncfusion® Windows Forms themes (Office2019Black, Office2019Blue, VisualStudio2015, etc.)
+- StyleManager integration for consistent theming
+- Ensures consistent Syncfusion® styling across controls
+
+## Installation
+
+Before installing WinForms UI Composer, ensure that APM (Agent Package Manager) is installed and available in your environment.
+
+### Verify APM Installation
+
+Run the following command to confirm APM is installed:
+
+```bash
+apm --version
+```
+
+### Install the Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer package using APM
+
+Use the APM CLI to install the WinForms UI Composer skill for your preferred environment:
+
+{% tabs %}
+{% highlight bash tabtitle="Copilot" %}
+
+apm install syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t copilot
+
+{% endhighlight %}
+{% highlight bash tabtitle="Cursor" %}
+
+apm install syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t cursor
+
+{% endhighlight %}
+{% highlight bash tabtitle="Codex" %}
+
+apm install syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t codex
+
+{% endhighlight  %}
+{% highlight bash tabtitle="Claude" %}
+
+apm install syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t claude
+
+{% endhighlight %}
+{% endtabs %}
+
+After installation, the following artifacts are added to your project for the GitHub Copilot target:
+
+- `.agent/skills/` – contains the skill files
+- `.github/agents/` – contains the agent configuration
+
+Refer to the [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/reference/cli/targets/#detection-signals) for details about supported deployment targets.
+
+> For Syncfusion® Code Studio, use the Copilot command above to install the WinForms UI Composer.
+
+## How the Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer Skill Works
+
+1. **Intent Analysis** — Parse the user's prompt to identify control types and high-level form layout intent.
+2. **Project Detection** — Automatically detects .NET framework (Framework, Core, or .NET 5+) and existing Syncfusion® configurations.
+3. **Control Mapping** — Map intent to Syncfusion® Windows Forms controls and required feature controls.
+4. **Theming & Design System**  
+   Load required theming guidelines and confirm key design choices:
+   - Syncfusion® theme (Office2019Black, Office2019Blue, VisualStudio2015, Fluent, etc.)
+   - Core design basics (colors, fonts, control appearance, DPI awareness)
+   - Light and dark theme variants
+5. **Code Generation** — Produce C# Windows Forms controls, data bindings, event handlers, and styling.
+6. **Dependency Management** — Recommend or install required Syncfusion® NuGet packages and .NET dependencies.
+7. **Validation** — Run code compatibility and basic security checks, request confirmation for changes.
+8. **Code Insertion** — Create Form classes, user controls, or patch existing files following Windows Forms conventions.
+
+Key enforcement points:
+
+- Adds correct StyleManager configuration and theme settings for chosen Syncfusion® themes
+- Injects only the feature controls and behaviors required by generated controls
+- Follows Windows Forms conventions for control naming, initialization, and event handling
+- Generates designer-compatible code with proper control hierarchy and parent-child relationships
+- Ensures all required Syncfusion® assemblies are referenced and configured
+- Avoids unsupported or deprecated API usages for Syncfusion® Windows Forms controls
+
+> The assistant handles most stages automatically and may request confirmation where required.
+
+## Using the AI Assistant
+
+After installing Windows Forms UI Composer with APM, the relevant agent and skill files are added to your project under:
+
+- `.agent/skills/` (skill files)
+- `.github/agents/` (Windows Forms UI composer agent configuration, based on the selected target)
+
+To start using the skill:
+
+1. Open your supported IDE.
+2. In the chat panel, select the `syncfusion-winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
+
+3. Start prompting the agent with a clear description of your UI requirements.
+
+Examples Prompts:
+
+{% promptcards %}
+{% promptcard Authentication %}
+Create a login form using the Office2019Blue theme with a centered TableLayoutPanel containing email and password TextBox controls with validation. Include a "Remember Me" CheckBox, a forgot password LinkLabel, and a primary login Button. Add a secondary "Create Account" button below. Ensure the form is well-organized and follows Windows Forms best practices.
+{% endpromptcard %}
+{% promptcard Admin Dashboard %}
+Create a CMS Admin Dashboard UI featuring a collapsible TreeView in a left panel (docked) with navigation items for Dashboard, Content, Users, Analytics, and Settings; a top StatusBar showing the title "CMS Admin Dashboard" and user name; and a main content area with a SplitContainer containing three compact summary panels in a FlowLayoutPanel displaying Total Content, Total Users, and Active Sessions (each showing a label, count value, and percentage change), followed by a "Content Management" section with a DataGrid containing columns for Title, Author, Status, Date, and Actions, and finally two charts displayed side by side—a column chart titled "Content Over Time" and a pie chart titled "Content by Category"—using realistic sample data.
+{% endpromptcard %}
+{% endpromptcards %}
+
+Generated code follows Windows Forms best practices with proper control layout, event handling, data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hardcoded secrets. The code is fully compatible with Visual Studio designer and Windows Forms conventions.
+
+## Best Practices
+
+Follow these guidelines to get the most out of UI Composer and ensure high-quality production-ready results:
+
+- **Stay consistent** — Maintain consistent file organization, naming conventions (PascalCase for classes, camelCase for variables), and Windows Forms coding standards throughout your project.
+- **Use advanced AI models** — For best results, use **Claude Sonnet 4.6 or higher** capability models to produce better code quality and more accurate implementations.
+- **Review all content before production** — Validate the logic, security, and compatibility with your existing code and target .NET framework before deployment. Test control functionality within Visual Studio designer and at runtime.
+- **Verify Syncfusion® licenses** — Ensure all required Syncfusion® controls have valid licenses before deploying to production.
+- **Test across platforms** — Verify DPI awareness, high-resolution display support, and Windows accessibility features.
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+- **APM installation failure**: Refer to this [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/installation/#troubleshooting)
+
+- **Skills not loading**: Ensure the **.agent/** and **.github/agents/** folders exist in your project and that the skill was installed successfully using APM. Verify that the correct agent is selected from the Agent dropdown in your IDE.
+
+- **Control not rendering**: Retry generation using the specific control skill to resolve the issue, and ensure required Syncfusion® packages and themes are properly configured.
+
+- **Syncfusion license banner appears**: Use the licensing skill to correctly register and validate your Syncfusion® license key in the application.
+
+
+## FAQ
+
+**Which agents/IDEs are supported?**
+Any Skills-compatible agent that reads local skill files (Code Studio, VS Code, Cursor, etc.).
+
+**Are skills loaded automatically?**  
+Yes. Supported agents automatically load relevant skills based on your query.
+
+**Can I customize the generated styles?**
+Yes — the generated Windows Forms controls include clear integration points for style adjustments.
+
+**Does it modify files automatically?**
+The skill proposes changes and requires confirmation for insertion; automatic dependency installation may be offered depending on agent permissions.
+
+## See also
+
+- [Agent Skills Standards](https://agentskills.io/home)
+- [Agent Package Manager](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/quick-start/)
diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skills.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skills.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 81489c624..000000000
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skills.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,188 +0,0 @@
----
-layout: post
-title: Syncfusion® WinForms UI Composer Skill for AI Assistants | Syncfusion®
-description: Install Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer to generate production-ready Windows Forms components from natural-language prompts.
-control: Skills
-platform: windowsforms
-documentation: ug
-domainurl: ##DomainURL##
----
-
-# Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer Skill for AI Assistants
-
-**Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer** is an AI-powered skill and companion agent that accelerates Windows Forms application development by transforming natural-language UI requirements into production-ready components using Syncfusion® Windows Forms libraries. 
-
-Integrated with your AI-powered IDE, it leverages deep knowledge of **Syncfusion® components** to deliver accurate and ready-to-use code.
-By combining intelligent code generation with best practices, accessibility standards, and design-system consistency, Windows Forms UI Composer helps you rapidly build scalable dashboards and user interfaces without leaving your development workflow.
-
-## Prerequisites
-
-Before installing Windows Forms UI Composer, ensure the following:
-
-- Install [APM (Agent Package Manager)](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/installation/#quick-install-recommended)
-- Required [.NET SDK](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download) version ≥ 6
-- Windows Forms application (existing or new); see [Overview](https://help.syncfusion.com/windowsforms/overview)
-- A supported AI agent or IDE that integrates with the Skills (VS Code, Cursor, Syncfusion® Code Studio, etc.)
-- Active Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> license(any of the following):  
-  - [Commercial](https://www.syncfusion.com/sales/unlimitedlicense)  
-  - [Community License](https://www.syncfusion.com/products/communitylicense)  
-  - [Free Trial](https://www.syncfusion.com/account/manage-trials/start-trials)
-
-## Key Benefits
-
-### **AI-Driven UI Generation**
-- Converts prompts into complete WinForms components—not just snippets
-- Automatically selects appropriate Syncfusion® components and features
-- Produces structured, maintainable code
-
-### **Component Usage & API Accuracy**
-- Uses correct Syncfusion® component APIs
-- Injects required feature modules (paging, sorting, filtering, etc.)
-- Avoids unsupported or deprecated patterns
-
-### **Patterns & Best Practices**
-- Recommended component composition and state management
-- Event handling aligned with WinForms standards
-- Secure and scalable coding patterns
-
-### **Accessibility & Responsiveness**
-- WCAG 2.1 AA–aligned output
-- Semantic markup with accessibility support
-- Responsive layouts for desktop applications
-
-### **Design-System Integration**
-- Supports built-in Syncfusion® WinForms themes
-- Ensures consistent Syncfusion® styling and theme usage
-
-## Installation
-
-Before installing WinForms UI Composer, ensure that APM (Agent Package Manager) is installed and available in your environment.
-
-### Verify APM Installation
-
-Run the following command to confirm APM is installed:
-
-```bash
-apm --version
-```
-
-### Install the Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer package using APM
-
-Use the APM CLI to install the Windows Forms UI Composer skill for your preferred environment:
-
-{% tabs %}
-{% highlight bash tabtitle="Copilot" %}
-
-// By default, it installs to the GitHub Copilot target
-
-apm install Syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer
-
-{% endhighlight %}
-{% highlight bash tabtitle="Cursor" %}
-
-apm install Syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t cursor
-
-{% endhighlight %}
-{% highlight bash tabtitle="Code Studio" %}
-
-// For Code Studio, refer to the note below to configure the agent location explicitly to use it in the chat.
-
-apm install Syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer
-
-
-{% endhighlight %}
-{% highlight bash tabtitle="Claude" %}
-
-apm install Syncfusion/winforms-ui-composer -t claude
-
-{% endhighlight %}
-{% endtabs %}
-
-After installation, the following artifacts are added to your project for the GitHub Copilot target:
-
-- `.agent/skills/` – contains the skill files
-- `.github/agents/` – contains the agent configuration
-
-For details on supported deployment targets, refer to the [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/reference/cli-commands/#apm-targets---show-resolved-deployment-targets).
-
-> For Syncfusion® Code Studio, users must explicitly configure the agent location to use it in the chat. Refer to the [documentation](https://help.syncfusion.com/code-studio/reference/configure-properties/usersettings#agent-file-locations).
-
-## How the Syncfusion® Windows Forms UI Composer Skill Works
-
-1. **Intent Analysis** — Parse the user's prompt to identify component types and high-level layout intent.
-2. **Project Detection** — Automatically detects project framework and existing themes.
-3. **Component Mapping** — Map intent to Syncfusion® components and required feature modules.
-4. **Theming & Design System**  
-   Load required theming guidelines and confirm key design choices:
-   - Syncfusion theme (Office2019, Material, Bootstrap5, etc.)
-   - Core design basics (colors, spacing, typography, accessibility)
-5. **Code Generation** — Produce Windows Forms components, data bindings, and styling.
-6. **Dependency Management** — Recommend or install required Syncfusion® packages and peer dependencies.
-7. **Validation** — Run accessibility and basic security checks, request confirmation for changes.
-8. **Code Insertion** — Create files or patch existing files following project structure and conventions.
-
-Key enforcement points:
-
-- Adds correct theme and styles for chosen Syncfusion® themes
-- Injects only the feature modules required by generated components
-- Generates semantic markup with accessibility support
-- Avoids unsupported or deprecated API usages for Syncfusion® components
-
-> The assistant handles most stages automatically and may request confirmation where required.
-
-## Using the AI Assistant
-
-After installing Windows Forms UI Composer with APM, the relevant agent and skill files are added to your project under:
-
-- `.agent/skills/` (skill files)
-- `.github/agents/` (Windows Forms UI composer agent configuration, based on the selected target)
-
-To start using the skill:
-
-1. Open your supported IDE.
-2. In the chat panel, select the `syncfusion-winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
-
-3. Start prompting the agent with a clear description of your UI requirements.
-
-Examples Prompts:
-
-{% promptcards %}
-{% promptcard Authentication %}
-Create a login form using the Office2019 theme with a centered panel containing email and password TextBox controls with validation. Include a "Remember Me" CheckBox, a forgot password LinkLabel, and a primary login Button. Add a secondary "Create Account" button below. Ensure the form is well-organized and user-friendly.
-{% endpromptcard %}
-{% promptcard Admin Dashboard %}
-Create a CMS Admin Dashboard UI featuring a collapsible TreeView in a side panel with navigation items for Dashboard, Content, Users, Analytics, and Settings; a top panel showing the title "CMS Admin Dashboard" on the left and a user name with icon on the right; and a main content area that includes three compact summary panels in a row displaying Total Content, Total Users, and Active Sessions (each showing a label, relevant icon, prominent count value, and percentage change from last month), followed by a "Content Management" section with a DataGrid containing columns for Title, Author, Status, Date, and Actions (with edit and delete buttons), and finally two charts displayed side by side—a column chart titled "Content Over Time" and a pie chart titled "Content by Category"—using realistic sample data for both the grid (10–12 rows) and the charts.
-{% endpromptcard %}
-{% endpromptcards %}
-
-Generated code follows best practices with accessibility support, proper data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hardcoded secrets.
-
-## Troubleshooting
-
-- **APM installation failure**: Refer to this [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/installation/#troubleshooting)
-
-- **Skills not loading**: Ensure the **.agent/** and **.github/agents/** folders exist in your project and that the skill was installed successfully using APM. Verify that the correct agent is selected from the Agent dropdown in your IDE.
-
-- **Component not rendering**: Retry generation using the specific component skill to resolve the issue, and ensure required Syncfusion® packages and themes are properly configured.
-
-- **Syncfusion license banner appears**: Use the licensing skill to correctly register and validate your Syncfusion® license key in the application.
-
-
-## FAQ
-
-**Which agents/IDEs are supported?**
-Any Skills-compatible agent that reads local skill files (Code Studio, VS Code, Cursor, etc.).
-
-**Are skills loaded automatically?**  
-Yes. Supported agents automatically load relevant skills based on your query.
-
-**Can I customize the generated styles?**
-Yes — the generated Windows Forms components include clear integration points for style adjustments.
-
-**Does it modify files automatically?**
-The skill proposes changes and requires confirmation for insertion; automatic dependency installation may be offered depending on agent permissions.
-
-## See also
-
-- [Agent Skills Standards](https://agentskills.io/home)
-- [Agent Package Manager](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/getting-started/quick-start/)

From 77f5092dd77ffa7092fca329aa0795df15a0f24b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 19:57:26 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 2/9] updated corrections

---
 WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md    | 6 +++---
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md | 2 +-
 2 files changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
index e67983c60..c36cf0557 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
@@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Before installing Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms
 
 ## Installation
 
-Install [Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls skills](https://github.com/syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills.git) using the Skills CLI. Users can also explore available skills from the [marketplace](https://www.skills.sh/syncfusion).
+Install [Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls skills](https://github.com/syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills.git) using the Skills CLI. Users can also explore available skills from the [marketplace](https://www.skills.sh/syncfusion).
 
 ### Install all skills
 
@@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ Use the following command to install all control skills at once in the `.agents/
 {% tabs %}
 {% highlight bash tabtitle="NPM" %}
 
-npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills -y
+npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills -y
 
 {% endhighlight %}
 {% endtabs %}
@@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ Use the following command to install skills interactively:
 {% tabs %}
 {% highlight bash tabtitle="NPM" %}
 
-npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-controls-skills
+npx skills add syncfusion/winforms-ui-components-skills
 
 {% endhighlight %}
 {% endtabs %}
diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
index f87154070..2f388c53d 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -141,7 +141,7 @@ After installing Windows Forms UI Composer with APM, the relevant agent and skil
 To start using the skill:
 
 1. Open your supported IDE.
-2. In the chat panel, select the `syncfusion-winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
+2. In the chat panel, select the `winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
 
 3. Start prompting the agent with a clear description of your UI requirements.
 

From aa62cf8090e7683a763b543126476e336d05acde Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 20:58:36 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 3/9] updated corrections

---
 WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md    |  6 +++---
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md | 15 ++++++++-------
 2 files changed, 11 insertions(+), 10 deletions(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
index c36cf0557..b1e31c0da 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/control-skills.md
@@ -37,9 +37,9 @@ Before installing Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms
 - All guidance is authored directly in Skill files and does not rely on external documentation fetches
 
 **Design‑System Guidance**
-- VisualStyle and ThemeStyle patterns including Office2019Black, Office2019Colorful and custom themes
+- SkinManager integration with Office2007, Office2010, Office2013, Office2016, Office2019, Metro, and HighContrast themes
+- Theme customization using Theme Studio for Office2019Colorful and HighContrastBlack themes
 - Light and dark theme variants for Windows Forms
-- Customization approaches including background colors, fonts, and control appearance
 - Consistent design alignment across Syncfusion<sup style="font-size:70%">&reg;</sup> Windows Forms controls
 
 ## Installation
@@ -148,7 +148,7 @@ Once skills are installed, the assistant can be used to generate and update Sync
 
 - "Add a DataGrid with paging, sorting, and filtering features."
 - "Create a Scheduler control with week view and drag-and-drop support."
-- "Apply the Office2019Blue theme to all Syncfusion controls."
+- "Apply the Office2019Colorful theme to all Syncfusion controls using SkinManager."
 - "Configure a ComboBox with autocomplete and data binding."
 
 ## Skills CLI Commands
diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
index 2f388c53d..733932a62 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -53,8 +53,9 @@ Before installing Windows Forms UI Composer, ensure the following:
 - Theme consistency across desktop applications
 
 ### **Design-System Integration**
-- Supports Syncfusion® Windows Forms themes (Office2019Black, Office2019Blue, VisualStudio2015, etc.)
-- StyleManager integration for consistent theming
+- Supports Syncfusion® Windows Forms themes via SkinManager (Office2007, Office2010, Office2013, Office2016, Office2019, Metro, HighContrast)
+- SkinManager integration for consistent theming
+- Theme Studio support for customizing Office2019Colorful and HighContrastBlack themes
 - Ensures consistent Syncfusion® styling across controls
 
 ## Installation
@@ -112,9 +113,9 @@ Refer to the [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/reference/cli/targe
 3. **Control Mapping** — Map intent to Syncfusion® Windows Forms controls and required feature controls.
 4. **Theming & Design System**  
    Load required theming guidelines and confirm key design choices:
-   - Syncfusion® theme (Office2019Black, Office2019Blue, VisualStudio2015, Fluent, etc.)
+   - Syncfusion® Windows Forms theme (Office2007, Office2010, Office2013, Office2016, Office2019, Metro, HighContrast)
    - Core design basics (colors, fonts, control appearance, DPI awareness)
-   - Light and dark theme variants
+   - Light and dark theme variants per theme family
 5. **Code Generation** — Produce C# Windows Forms controls, data bindings, event handlers, and styling.
 6. **Dependency Management** — Recommend or install required Syncfusion® NuGet packages and .NET dependencies.
 7. **Validation** — Run code compatibility and basic security checks, request confirmation for changes.
@@ -122,11 +123,11 @@ Refer to the [documentation](https://microsoft.github.io/apm/reference/cli/targe
 
 Key enforcement points:
 
-- Adds correct StyleManager configuration and theme settings for chosen Syncfusion® themes
+- Adds correct SkinManager configuration and theme settings for chosen Syncfusion® themes (loads required theme assemblies)
 - Injects only the feature controls and behaviors required by generated controls
 - Follows Windows Forms conventions for control naming, initialization, and event handling
 - Generates designer-compatible code with proper control hierarchy and parent-child relationships
-- Ensures all required Syncfusion® assemblies are referenced and configured
+- Ensures all required Syncfusion® assemblies and theme NuGet packages are referenced and configured
 - Avoids unsupported or deprecated API usages for Syncfusion® Windows Forms controls
 
 > The assistant handles most stages automatically and may request confirmation where required.
@@ -149,7 +150,7 @@ Examples Prompts:
 
 {% promptcards %}
 {% promptcard Authentication %}
-Create a login form using the Office2019Blue theme with a centered TableLayoutPanel containing email and password TextBox controls with validation. Include a "Remember Me" CheckBox, a forgot password LinkLabel, and a primary login Button. Add a secondary "Create Account" button below. Ensure the form is well-organized and follows Windows Forms best practices.
+Create a login form using the Office2019Colorful theme with a centered TableLayoutPanel containing email and password TextBox controls with validation. Include a "Remember Me" CheckBox, a forgot password LinkLabel, and a primary login Button. Add a secondary "Create Account" button below. Ensure the form is well-organized and follows Windows Forms best practices with proper SkinManager configuration.
 {% endpromptcard %}
 {% promptcard Admin Dashboard %}
 Create a CMS Admin Dashboard UI featuring a collapsible TreeView in a left panel (docked) with navigation items for Dashboard, Content, Users, Analytics, and Settings; a top StatusBar showing the title "CMS Admin Dashboard" and user name; and a main content area with a SplitContainer containing three compact summary panels in a FlowLayoutPanel displaying Total Content, Total Users, and Active Sessions (each showing a label, count value, and percentage change), followed by a "Content Management" section with a DataGrid containing columns for Title, Author, Status, Date, and Actions, and finally two charts displayed side by side—a column chart titled "Content Over Time" and a pie chart titled "Content by Category"—using realistic sample data.

From 8494975cfe7202a448e10864f7641f1ad5939b7d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 21:13:36 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 4/9] resolved ci error

---
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md | 2 +-
 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
index 733932a62..10eb2e0ad 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -157,7 +157,7 @@ Create a CMS Admin Dashboard UI featuring a collapsible TreeView in a left panel
 {% endpromptcard %}
 {% endpromptcards %}
 
-Generated code follows Windows Forms best practices with proper control layout, event handling, data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hardcoded secrets. The code is fully compatible with Visual Studio designer and Windows Forms conventions.
+Generated code follows Windows Forms best practices with proper control layout, event handling, data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hard coded secrets. The code is fully compatible with Visual Studio designer and Windows Forms conventions.
 
 ## Best Practices
 

From fb037b9c01369e4ee0be5b02e2cb7461024d442c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 21:19:42 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 5/9] resolved ci issue

---
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md | 2 +-
 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
index 10eb2e0ad..c1fb4df79 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -157,7 +157,7 @@ Create a CMS Admin Dashboard UI featuring a collapsible TreeView in a left panel
 {% endpromptcard %}
 {% endpromptcards %}
 
-Generated code follows Windows Forms best practices with proper control layout, event handling, data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hard coded secrets. The code is fully compatible with Visual Studio designer and Windows Forms conventions.
+Generated code follows Windows Forms best practices with proper control layout, event handling, data bindings, strong C# typing, and built-in security measures such as input validation and avoidance of hardcore secrets. The code is fully compatible with Visual Studio designer and Windows Forms conventions.
 
 ## Best Practices
 

From 1a425795f4868309d406f8a00d701123a6bce30b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 21:42:51 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 6/9] fixed toc error

---
 WindowsForms-toc.html | 1 +
 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+)

diff --git a/WindowsForms-toc.html b/WindowsForms-toc.html
index 54787d9ea..6c6cff181 100644
--- a/WindowsForms-toc.html
+++ b/WindowsForms-toc.html
@@ -8,6 +8,7 @@
 	</li>
 	<li>
 	   <a href="/windowsforms/System-Requirements">System Requirements</a>
+	</li>
 	<li>
 	   <a href="/windowsforms/skills">Skills</a>
 	</li>

From 224ad8afa8b04ded101fd16f97e0d50d032a494f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 22:29:46 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 7/9] added path in toc

---
 WindowsForms-toc.html | 9 ++++++---
 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms-toc.html b/WindowsForms-toc.html
index 6c6cff181..03a5bdc65 100644
--- a/WindowsForms-toc.html
+++ b/WindowsForms-toc.html
@@ -9,9 +9,12 @@
 	<li>
 	   <a href="/windowsforms/System-Requirements">System Requirements</a>
 	</li>
-	<li>
-	   <a href="/windowsforms/skills">Skills</a>
-	</li>
+    <li>Skills
+        <ul>
+            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/component-skills">Component Skills</a></li>
+            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/ui-composer-skills">Windows Forms UI Composer Skill</a></li>
+        </ul>
+    </li>
 	<li>AI Coding Assistant
 		<ul>
 			<li><a href="/windowsforms/ai-coding-assistant/overview">Overview</a></li>

From 7a307e629abc8a843368cee5fb5027210ffc3a87 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 22:36:48 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 8/9] updated corrections

---
 WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md | 2 +-
 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
index c1fb4df79..eca8498bd 100644
--- a/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
+++ b/WindowsForms/skills/ui-composer-skill.md
@@ -142,7 +142,7 @@ After installing Windows Forms UI Composer with APM, the relevant agent and skil
 To start using the skill:
 
 1. Open your supported IDE.
-2. In the chat panel, select the `winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
+2. In the chat panel, select the `syncfusion-winforms-ui-composer` agent from the **Agent dropdown**.
 
 3. Start prompting the agent with a clear description of your UI requirements.
 

From 1896d6ff0032e3c6b6425ca1d8c3605f5fcd9df7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: umanagarajan12 <umamaheswari.nagarajan@syncfusion.com>
Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 22:46:21 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 9/9] updated corrections

---
 WindowsForms-toc.html | 4 ++--
 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-)

diff --git a/WindowsForms-toc.html b/WindowsForms-toc.html
index 03a5bdc65..78d8553b9 100644
--- a/WindowsForms-toc.html
+++ b/WindowsForms-toc.html
@@ -11,8 +11,8 @@
 	</li>
     <li>Skills
         <ul>
-            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/component-skills">Component Skills</a></li>
-            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/ui-composer-skills">Windows Forms UI Composer Skill</a></li>
+            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/control-skills">Control Skills</a></li>
+            <li><a href="/windowsforms/skills/ui-composer-skill">Windows Forms UI Composer Skill</a></li>
         </ul>
     </li>
 	<li>AI Coding Assistant