Searching Across Host Projects and Components in 4D
When working on a large 4D application, it is common to split functionality across a host project and several components. This modular architecture ke...
January 21, 2026
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Development Mode
Organize project mode development, manage Git workflows, handle concurrent work on 4D Server, control catalog changes, and maintain clean version control practices across environments.
4D Developer Automatic Activation
Isn’t it tedious to manually enter license numbers every time you install your softwares on a new machine? With 4D 21, that’s no longer necessary, 4D...
October 16, 2025
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UUID Improvements and Sorting with Version 7
Starting with 4D 20 R10, UUIDs are now generated directly using an internal algorithm instead of relying on system functions—giving you better control...
September 1, 2025
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Stricter class-based typing for objects
With 4D 20 R10, object typing takes a major step forward, giving you more confidence and control in your code. Instead of simply checking if a value i...
July 16, 2025
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Warnings on Deprecated Language Elements
With the release of 4D 20 R9, deprecated language elements now generate warnings, helping you keep your code as modern and efficient as possible. Let'...
April 23, 2025
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Edit and Debug Component Methods and Classes in 4D from the host project
When working with your own component, switching between the host and component environments just to debug or enhance your component code can be inconv...
April 23, 2025
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Improved FORM EDIT Command: Access Form Objects Easily
The 4D language allows you to develop outstanding business applications. Many of you have taken the initiative to create tools that streamline specifi...
January 21, 2025
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Empower Your Development Process with your forms
During the development phase, early detection of syntax errors is important for producing quality code. Real-time code checking is a valuable aid to d...
January 20, 2025
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Enhancing Compilation with Direct Typing in 4D
With 4D 20 R7 you can say goodbye to "Compiler_" methods and embrace more freedom in how and where you declare your variables. Save time by staying fo...
November 6, 2024
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Adding and Removing Github and Local Components Made Easy
We’re excited to introduce a major enhancement in the 4D Project Dependencies interface, available in 4D 20 R7, making managing both local and GitHub ...
October 29, 2024
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