Using FileMaker's Grid
Recently, while providing intermediate training at the annual FileMaker Devcon, I had an attendee approach me and ask a very simple question. "How do you turn off the grid in FileMaker?"
Like all questions, it was asked within the context of innocent ignorance. This was simply because this person had not yet used, nor explored this area of FileMaker. This is totally understandable with the increasing number of options found across the increasing number of palettes within FileMaker.
However, if you think this video is simply about how you turn on/off the grid, then you'll be missing out on a whole host of features and options which can both benefit your layout designs and make things much faster for you within the area of your designs.
This video is about taking full advantage of the grid and making decisions about how to use it and how to choose the right width for your designs. Plus, you'll get all kinds of tips about how to make your layouts feel "visually comfortable" so they appeal to users. Think you know about using FileMaker's Grids? Double-check by watching this video!
Comments
Using Specific Grids
Matt,
Great video on the usefulness of the grid feature in FileMaker. Wondering, is the specific setting for the grid contained in the layout properties? Meaning can you use a specific grid for an initial layout and use an alternate grid for a second layout? Will FileMaker remember and set the correct grid for each layout?
Thanks for all your great posts!
Rick Torchia
Excellent and Very Helpful
Thanks Matt. Excellent and very helpful video. In trying to help, I posted a custom function on Brian Dunning's website that could possibly serve as a substitute/replacement for your spreadsheet.
https://www.briandunning.com/cf/2389
Thank you again.