CefSharp

CefSharp is an open-source .NET (C#/F#/VB.NET) binding for the Chromium Embedded Framework (CEF), allowing developers to integrate Chromium-based browsers into their applications. Released under the MIT License, it provides a cross-platform solution for embedding web content within desktop applications, supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS. The project is actively maintained and widely used for creating applications that leverage web technologies while maintaining native performance and functionality.

Developed as a wrapper around CEF, CefSharp simplifies the process of embedding Chromium in .NET applications by exposing a familiar API for common browser operations such as navigation, DOM manipulation, and event handling. It supports modern web standards, including HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS, while offering features like custom rendering, process isolation, and sandboxing for enhanced security. The framework also includes tools for debugging, profiling, and integrating with existing .NET ecosystems.

CefSharp is particularly useful for developers seeking to build hybrid applications that combine the capabilities of web technologies with native UI frameworks like WPF, WinForms, or Avalonia. It is commonly used in scenarios such as browser-based editors, automation tools, and custom web viewers. The project benefits from contributions to the broader CEF community, ensuring compatibility with the latest Chromium updates and improvements in performance and stability.

For integration, developers typically reference the CefSharp NuGet package and follow a structured approach to initialize the browser component, handle events, and manage lifecycle. The framework also supports asynchronous programming models, making it suitable for modern .NET applications. Documentation and community support are available through GitHub, where users can find examples, issue trackers, and discussion forums.