# Key Features

Develop powerful and lightweight web applications using ASP.NET MVC controls. Learn more about the ComponentOne MVC controls in ASP.NET MVC documentation.

## Content



Menu offers many advanced features. These features are listed below:

*   **ItemsSource**<br />Use the ItemSource property to set the array or ICollectionView object that contains the items to select from.<br /><br />
*   **Placeholder**<br />Use the Placeholder property to set string shown as a hint when the control is empty.<br /><br />
*   **SelectedIndex**<br />Use the SelectedIndex property to specify the index of the SelectedItem.<br /><br />
*   **SelectedValue**<br />Use the SelectedVaue property to set the value of the SelectedItem, obtained using the SelectedValuePath.