ORDA member methods to get the structure information
"How can I know the dataClass of an entity? I need it to write generic methods". "I need information about a field in a dataClass: what is its type? I...
May 28, 2019
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v17 R5
UI improvements in Quick Report
The Quick Report user interface has had a small enhancement, but small things can make a big impact on the overall user experience. ...
May 27, 2019
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4D Write Pro: a new way to set TABS!
We're thrilled to announce an exciting enhancement in 4D Write Pro! In addition to the features we've rolled out so far, 4D v17 R5 also includes a new...
May 23, 2019
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More information about web processes
You asked for more information about web processes to better identify requests that might be slowing down or blocking your server. We heard you and in...
May 22, 2019
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Placeholders for attribute paths in ORDA queries
The ORDA features keep coming with 4D v17 R5! In a previous blog post, we showed you how to create generic queries with named placeholders for values....
May 21, 2019
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Manage selections and the active cell in 4D View Pro
Typically, 4D View Pro requires that you identify the cell being worked with and where data will be entered (the active cell). You may also need to se...
May 20, 2019
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Customize your email headers
Custom headers are useful to add information that may not be supported with standard properties. In 4D v17 R5, we're not only giving you a set of pred...
May 16, 2019
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Who’s who? A new way to identify users
As a 4D developer you often need to manage end users with your own directory system. For internal users, you might create a few profiles with differen...
May 15, 2019
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4D Write Pro: Handle view properties by programming
4D Write Pro documents can be displayed in different modes (draft, page and embedded), each with their own viewing options. For example in Page view m...
May 14, 2019
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N to One relations with 4D for iOS
As of 4D v17 R5, 4D for iOS supports N to One relations so you can use descriptive relation names and simplify defining your project structure. You ca...
May 13, 2019
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