Give Your Components a Visual Identity with Custom Icons
When working on a project with multiple components, quickly identifying the one you need can save valuable time. The simplest and most effective way to make your components stand out in the Project Dependencies is to give each one a custom icon. 4D 21 R2 lets you visually distinguish your components at a glance, simply by placing a logo.png or logo.svg file in its Resources folder.
Take Control of Standard 4D Components
As a 4D developer, you often want full control over what gets included in your projects. Starting with 4D 21, you can now decide which components provided by 4D are part of your application.
Recursive Dependency Management: Smarter, Deeper, Safer
Following the launch of the Follow 4D version rule, we’re excited to introduce a new level of automation and reliability in 4D 20 R10: fully recursive dependency resolution.
Whether you’re adding, updating, or removing a component, the Dependency Manager now acts recursively, ensuring every action you take is reflected accurately throughout your entire dependency tree.
Follow 4D version : A Smarter Way to Manage your Dependencies
Great news! When adding a dependency from GitHub, you now have access to a brand-new rule: Follow 4D version. This powerful addition ensures your dependencies stay in sync with your 4D environment effortlessly, reducing compatibility issues and making your workflow smoother than ever.
Managing Project Dependencies Has Never Been Easier
With the latest updates to the Project Dependency Manager in 4D 20 R8, your projects are always a step ahead. Dependencies are regularly checked for updates, giving you access to the latest versions and enabling you to make informed decisions about when and how to integrate changes.
Additionally, you’re in full control with the ability to edit dependency rules, providing unmatched flexibility. Adjust these rules—whether to opt for the latest version, up to the next major, or up to the next minor version—to ensure your project evolves on your terms, balancing innovation with stability.
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 components easier than ever.
Integrate 4D Components Directly from GitHub
Many 4D developers leverage the power of third-party components found on GitHub, particularly those listed in the 4d-component topic. 4D 20 R6 introduces a fantastic new feature: directly integrating these components within the Component Manager.
This blog post dives into the details, making your development process easier and more efficient.
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