Overview of Expander (SfExpander)
26 Jun 20264 minutes to read
The Syncfusion® .NET MAUI Expander (SfExpander) is a layout control capable of loading any UI view in both header and content sections. By simply tapping the header, users can effortlessly expand or collapse the control.

Business use cases
- Mobile and desktop applications that require collapsible sections to manage large amounts of content efficiently.
- Settings and configuration screens that organize options using expandable groups for better usability.
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ) pages that display questions and answers using expandable layouts.
- Data-driven applications that need space optimization by showing details only when required.
Key features
- Expand and collapse support allows users to toggle content visibility easily through header interaction.
- Header and content customization support allows adding text, icons, images, or custom UI elements to create rich expandable sections.
- Animation support allows applying smooth expand and collapse transitions to enhance user experience and interactivity.
Globalization
The following table summarizes the globalization support available in this control.
| Control | Localization | RTL | Time zone | Screen reader | Keyboard navigation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expander |
Related controls
- Accordion for managing multiple expandable sections in a grouped layout.
- Cards for presenting content in expandable card-based layouts.
- Backdrop Page for creating layered layouts with front and back panels.
See Also
- Getting Started shows a step‑by‑step guide to begin using the Expander control.
- Appearance explains how to customize header and content appearance.
- UI Kit provides interactive demos and ready‑made UI examples.
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