FileMaker 11 Techniques
FMConference 2010 presentation technique files
Fabrice Nordmann | 5 September 2010
Here are some techniques presented during the 2010 FileMaker Conference in Paris (Session 21 : FileMaker 11 for developers)
Charts as a design tool
Embellish your layouts with gradients, using a chart object and a calculated field.
New script triggers
Process your data before it’s rejected by field validation options (e.g. make it easy to enter a date)
Prevent closing of a window without a specific custom menu set.
Dynamic menus
FileMaker Pro Advanced 11 hidden feature ! You can now add real dynamic menus to the interface.
Quick Filter
An improvement of our Type-Ahead technique presented at FMConf 2009. Optimized for all datatype and takes benefit of FileMaker 11 QuickFind.

16 June 2010 01:03
Gradient
Hi, I used the gradients in my layout. I you put it behind your fields it will lock up the mouse so You cant click in anything. You have to make the chart into a button (I have it set a variable)
Oreste