You don’t need a technical background to build powerful databases with FileMaker Pro 13. This crystal-clear guide covers all new FileMaker Pro 13 features, such as its improved layout tools and enhanced mobile support. Whether you’re running a business, printing a catalog, or planning a wedding, you’ll learn how to customize your database to run on a PC, Mac, Web browser, or iOS device.
The important stuff you need to know:
- Get started.Tour FileMaker Pro’s features and create your first database in minutes.
- Access data anywhere.Use FileMaker Go on your iPad or iPhone—or share data on the Web.
- Dive into relational data.Solve problems quickly by connecting and combining data tables.
- Create professional documents.Publish reports, invoices, catalogs, and other documents with ease.
- Harness processing power.Use calculations and scripts to crunch numbers, search text, and automate tasks.
- Add visual power and clarity.Create colorful charts to illustrate and summarize your data.
- Share your database on a secure server.Add the high-level features of FileMaker Pro Advanced and FileMaker Pro Server.
The Missing Credits;About the Authors;About the Creative Team;Acknowledgments;The Missing Manual Series;Introduction;Why FileMaker Pro?;About This Book;Macintosh and Windows;About the Outline;Whats New in FileMaker Pro 13;The Very Basics;About the Online Resources;Safari? Books Online;Part 1: Getting Started with FileMaker;Chapter 1: Working with Your Database;1.1 A Very Quick Database Tour;1.2 Opening and Closing Database Files;1.3 Adding Data to Your Database;1.4 Navigating Your Database;1.5 Finding Records;1.6 Sorting Records;1.7 Same Database, Different Views;1.8 Saving Your Database;1.9 Using FileMakers Help Menu;Chapter 2: Organizing and Editing Records;2.1 Views;2.2 Advanced Find Techniques;2.3 Editing Whats il“„