ReportViewer control not showing in Visual Studio 2017 and 2019

In this article I will explain step by step, how to solve the problem ReportViewer control not showing in Visual Studio 2017 and 2019.

ReportViewer control is not bundled in Visual Studio versions 2017 and 2019 and hence it needs to be separated installed.

Downloading the Microsoft RDLC Report Designer Extension for Visual Studio 2017 and 2019

Please use the following link to download the Microsoft RDLC Report Designer Extension for Visual Studio 2017 and 2019.

Installing the Microsoft RDLC Report Designer Extension for Visual Studio 2017 and 2019

Once downloaded, double click the Microsoft.RdlcDesigner.vsix file to start the installation wizard and click on Install.

Note: You will need to close all Visual Studio versions before installing the extension.

After successful install, restart your machine and now you will be able to see the Report and Report Wizard item in your Add New Item Dialog.

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