# Key Features

## Content



Listed below are some of the key features of the Rating control to provide more flexibility while designing the user interface for applications.

*   **Animation**: Add animation to your rating control to make it more visually dynamic.
*   **Direction**: Read your rating control either from left to right or right to left on the page.
*   **Orientation**: Place the rating control horizontally or vertically on the page.
*   **Use Custom Icons**: Enhance the appearance of your rating control by using different icons such as stars and thumbs up.

## See Also

[Adding Animation to the C1Rating Control](/componentone/docs/wpf/online-extended/Rating/Features/AddingAnimation)

[Changing Direction and Orientation of the C1Rating Control](/componentone/docs/wpf/online-extended/Rating/Features/ChangingOrientationandDirection)

[Customizing the C1Rating Icons](/componentone/docs/wpf/online-extended/Rating/Features/CustomizingRatingIcons)