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WPF: How to convert Base64 Image to BitmapImage

When working with dynamic data in WPF application, it is sometimes required to dynamically load image bytes or base64 data into BitmapImage class, in order to display the dynamic image on screen. Asmak9.EssentialToolKit library provides a rich method to convert base64 image file into BitmapImage class format.

Today, I shall be demonstrating method of Asmak9.EssentialToolKit .NET library to convert base64 image into BitmapImage class format using WPF application.
 

Prerequisites:

Following are some prerequisites before you proceed any further in this tutorial:
  1. Install Asmak9.EssentialToolKit Nuget Package.
  2. Knowledge of Nuget Package Manager.
  3. Knowledge of WPF Application Development.
  4. Knowledge of C# Programming.
The example code is being developed in Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Professional. 

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Let's begin now.

1) Create new C#.NET WPF application and name it "ConvertBase64ToBitmapImage".  
 
2) Open "Tools\Nuget Package Manage\Manage Nuget Packages for Solution...".

3) Install Asmak9.EssentialToolKit Nuget Package.

4) Now, create "Views/HomePage.xaml" file.
 
5) Open "Views/HomePage.xaml.cs" file and place following lines of code i.e.

...

// Convert base64 image to Bitmap Image method.
this.img4.Source = utilityKit.ConvertToBitmapImage(base64);

...

The above code will convert base64 image to BitmapImage class format and set that format to the target image component on WPF application. You also need to initialize 'UtilityKit' class with or without your license key.

6) Now, execute the project and you will be able to see the following i.e.


Conclusion

In this article, you will learn about the method of Asmak9.EssentialToolKit .NET library to convert base64 image into BitmapImage class format using WPF application.

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