Expand the power of your FileMaker solution with FM BetterForms!
Many FileMaker users want to extend their database’s reach by adding web features that are robust yet easy to interact with. Using FM BetterForms, we can build beautiful web-based interfaces that interact directly with your FileMaker solution.
These web apps are fully standards-compliant, easy for people to learn and use, and have very competitive hosting and licensing costs.
How can Portage Bay Solutions and FM BetterForms help you?
We can design dynamic forms that respond to your user’s input and feed data directly into FileMaker. This can prevent double data entry and optimize your business processes.
What does FM BetterForms allow you to do?
FM BetterForms integrates smoothly with your application’s existing FileMaker security setup and simplifies management and hosting compared to full-stack web apps. Let us help you maximize your apps potentional with an FM BetterForms integration.
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FileMaker Web Apps: WebDirect versus FM BetterForms versus Full-Stack Development
FM BetterForms: Creating a Modern Web Application with Your FileMaker Data
FM BetterForms
FM BetterForms is not just a web front end for your FileMaker Pro solutions. It’s very much the front end that FileMaker has been needing for some time. What I mean is that while the rest of the world moved on to HTML/CSS and JavaScript for their UIs, FileMaker…
What is FM BetterForms?
FM BetterForms is a tool designed to help FileMaker developers create dynamic web applications using their existing FileMaker skills. It acts as a bridge between FileMaker solutions and web technologies.
How do I get started with FM BetterForms?
To start with FM BetterForms, you’ll need a FileMaker Server and an active FM BetterForms account. Install the BetterForms application on your server and use the dashboard to manage your projects.
Can I use FM BetterForms with any version of FileMaker?
FM BetterForms is compatible with FileMaker 16 and later. It requires the use of FileMaker Data API to integrate your FileMaker database with the web app.
What are the key features of FM BetterForms?
Key features include real-time data sync with FileMaker, customizable templates, and support for various web technologies, allowing for extensive customization and functionality in web apps.
Is there a trial version available for FM BetterForms?
Yes, FM BetterForms offers a trial version, allowing developers to test its features before committing to a subscription. Details can be found on their official website.
How does FM BetterForms handle security?
FM BetterForms uses SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and allows for additional security measures like OAuth and Multi-Factor Authentication to secure the web apps.
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