August 23, 2021 Blog FileMaker FileMaker Techniques large solutionManage accountsmulti-file solutionmultiple files Managing Accounts in a Multi-file Solution We will use one file as the main file to handle all interactions required to gather the data we need. Then, we will call subscripts in each of the solution files to update their account info from the main file. Read more By Weihao Ding
June 28, 2021 Blog FileMaker FileMaker Techniques FileMaker ServerFileMaker Server 19FMS 19 How to download a file from FileMaker Server 19 Since the release of FileMaker Server 19, many users in the FileMaker community have had issues downloading files from the FileMaker Server Admin Console, as the process has changed slightly from past versions. Read more By Eleanor Fulton
June 16, 2021 Blog FileMaker Techniques Code readabilityFileMaker naming conventionsnaming code The Impact of Naming Conventions on Code Readability Naming Conventions in FileMaker Implementing reliable naming conventions in FileMaker has the potential to save developers both time and frustration. This is the second installation in our blog series on code readability. Read more By Eleanor Fulton
December 7, 2020 Blog FileMaker FileMaker Techniques User Interface Design Checkboxesemojisradio buttonsWebDirect Better WebDirect Checkboxes Here’s a quick guide to creating visually pleasing FileMaker checkboxes and radio buttons in a format that translates to WebDirect (and even includes emojis)! Accessing FileMaker solutions via WebDirect is convenient, but has unfortunate limitations, especially when it comes to design. A common frustration among developers is that checkbox formatting in FileMaker doesn’t translate to […] Read more By Lennie Cottrell
October 5, 2020 Blog FileMaker FileMaker Techniques FileMaker shortcutskeyboard shortcutsMac shortcutsquick keysWindows shortcuts Top-Notch FileMaker Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts (also called quick keys) are a developer’s golden ticket to a faster and more efficient workflow. Even a handful of keyboard shortcuts can cut down on work time and provide a more fluid user experience. Many tasks can be accomplished with keyboard shortcuts alone, and FileMaker Pro gives users the ability to create […] Read more By Lennie Cottrell