Join Cris Ippolite for an in-depth discussion in this video Introducing script triggers, part of FileMaker Pro 14 Essential Training.
- Probably one of the most exciting new features…in recent releases of FileMaker…has been the support for something…that's called a script trigger.…It's easily one of the most productive features…in the FileMaker user interface,…and your users probably don't even know it's there.…So, what is a script trigger?…Well, we've already discussed creating scripts…to help automate processes within your FileMaker databases,…but creating a script is really just half the battle,…because in order for the script to run,…it needs to be triggered.…So since triggering a script is necessary for them to run,…it's a good idea to get familiar…with the different ways that you can do so.…
We've already discussed how when you're in Layout mode,…you can attach a script to a button,…you see that we've got that button here,…by adding a Single Step.…Or we could even perform an entire script if we want to.…You also have the ability to trigger a script…under the Scripts menu, for example.…You have the ability to run scripts…when a file opens and closes,…
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5/12/2015- Comparing flat vs. relational databases
- Creating databases from starter solutions
- Determining what tables you need
- Understanding relationship types
- Defining key fields and creating relationships between tables
- Creating and working with fields, including container fields
- Creating, duplicating, editing, and deleting records
- Importing and exporting data
- Working with layout themes
- Using layout parts and tools
- Formatting layout objects
- Finding and sorting data
- Creating value lists
- Printing and saving
- Building reports, including subsummary reports and quick charts
- Using the Calculation dialog
- Creating and triggering scripts in the Script workspace
- Working with script triggers
Skill Level Beginner
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Introduction
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Welcome57s
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Touring the Launch Center6m 44s
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Using the exercise files1m 25s
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1. Getting Started
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What is a database?2m 35s
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Exploring the interface5m 35s
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2. Solution Creation Essentials
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3. Creating Tables
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4. Creating Relationships
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Understanding key fields5m 27s
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5. Working with Fields
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Understanding field types7m 50s
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Defining fields8m 23s
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Adding fields to layouts5m 33s
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6. Working with Container Fields
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7. Working with Records
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Editing and locking records3m 33s
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8. Importing and Exporting
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Importing data6m 25s
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Exporting data4m 17s
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9. Creating Layouts
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Introducing layouts3m 18s
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Working with layout themes5m 41s
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10. Working with Layouts
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Understanding layout parts6m 24s
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Previewing the Inspector2m 23s
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11. Formatting Layout Objects
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Applying themes to layouts6m 35s
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Applying screen stencils4m 2s
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Applying gradients2m 43s
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Understanding states7m 47s
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Setting field behaviors4m 47s
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Using the tab control feature12m 38s
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Setting the tab order4m 9s
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12. Finding Data
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13. Sorting Data
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Sorting with related fields2m 41s
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Sorting using custom values2m 59s
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Sorting using buttons4m 4s
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14. Value Lists
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15. Printing and Saving
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Printing merge letters4m 52s
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Saving as PDF or Excel1m 54s
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16. Reports
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Creating subsummary reports9m 35s
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Adding charts to reports6m 54s
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17. Calculation Essentials
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Introducing calculations3m 26s
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Using number functions6m 57s
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Using text functions11m 50s
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Using get functions5m 49s
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Using logic functions12m 42s
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18. Script Essentials
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Touring the Script workspace5m 14s
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Creating multiline scripts7m 56s
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Using script parameters3m 48s
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19. Script Triggers
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Introducing script triggers1m 23s
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Using object-based triggers9m 18s
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Using layout-based triggers7m 26s
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Conclusion
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Goodbye1m 48s
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