Optimized Object Inspector Usage

Optimized Object Inspector Usage

As any FileMaker developer will tell you, working with a complex layout can be a bit of a hassle. That is, of course, unless you know how to take full advantage of the Object Inspector palette! Did you know, it’s possible to edit the calculation of a button bar...
Incredibly Easy Menus

Incredibly Easy Menus

One of the biggest downsides of any complex FileMaker solution is the growing number of layouts and layout elements you’ll have to manage. If your number of navigation (or general menu) items is both static and large, then you’re going to have issues with...
MonkeyBread Plug-In for Better Development

MonkeyBread Plug-In for Better Development

If you’re using Claris/FileMaker for either part-time or full-time development, and you’ve not installed the MonkeyBread plug-in, then you’re doing something wrong. Many of the most desired features for working with code, such as code folding,...
Better User Validations

Better User Validations

One of the key reasons for using a database is having a single source of truth. When the possibility for duplicates enters the equation of „truth“ we have a problem. Dealing with duplicates comes in the forms of cleaning and removing them and preventing...

FileMaker Go Mobile Tricks

While recently working on a FileMaker Mobile solution I came across a number of tricks I was using which I thought might help other developers. The great thing about FileMaker Go is you have access to so many of the core iOS technologies and you can often create very...
FileMaker Function – Get ( WindowMode )

FileMaker Function – Get ( WindowMode )

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