Avoid conflicts with multiple Syncfusion library versions

23 Jun 20261 minute to read

When working with Syncfusion across multiple projects in a solution, version mismatches can lead to build errors, runtime issues, and unexpected behavior. This FAQ outlines common problems and best practices to maintain consistency and avoid conflicts.

Common Issues:

  • Visual Studio throws errors when multiple versions of Syncfusion assemblies are referenced.
  • Assembly version mismatches occur during manual upgrades.
  • Dependency conflicts arise when upgrading only one component (e.g., XlsIO).

Solutions:

  • Use consistent versions across all projects: Ensure all Syncfusion assemblies are of the same version.
  • Use the Syncfusion Project Migration utility: Avoid manual reference updates to prevent missing dependencies.
  • Avoid installing packages separately: For example, installing Syncfusion.Licensing.dll independently can cause framework conflicts.
  • Upgrade all components together: Prevent shared dependency issues by upgrading all Syncfusion components simultaneously.