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Last Updated: 19 Oct 2026 14:41 by ADMIN
Kendo UI
Created on: 09 Aug 2023 09:32
Category: MultiSelect
Type: Feature Request
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Introduce a feature that allows for the programmatic addition of custom items

Hi,

Presently, there isn't a feature that permits the programmatic selection of a custom item. The only approach accessible is to utilize the "Enter" key for item selection. It would be appreciated if an option could be implemented to manually add typed custom items to the MultiSelect value.

https://stackblitz.com/edit/angular-ikoxq1-x3xnsf?file=src%2Fapp%2Fapp.component.ts

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ADMIN
Martin Bechev
Posted on: 19 Oct 2026 14:41

Following a recent review, we've decided to reopen this request. 

While it has received limited community interest over the years, we believe it addresses a valid scenario and is worth keeping active. 

We encourage everyone interested in this request to vote for it and share additional details about their specific use case to help us better understand its relevance and demand.

Regards,
Martin Bechev
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ADMIN
Martin Bechev
Posted on: 11 Sep 2026 15:52

We are declining this request due to low interest and demand.

However, if there is a surge in popularity at a later time, we will reconsider its status.

Regards,
Martin Bechev
Progress Telerik

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