Glossary

The quick search in gFM-Business Since version 13, the FileMaker platform has had a function for the quick search of data records. The search can be performed for any (calculated) expression. Mark

What is an interface in relation to FileMaker? An interface is the generic term for the exchange of data between different systems. Most software programs have various interfaces. If you want to exchange data

What is a script in FileMaker? A script can be used to automate any process in a FileMaker database. FileMaker supports the creation of any number of scripts per database, which in turn (theoretically) contain any number of commands

What is a script trigger in FileMaker? Script triggers in FileMaker are used to automatically execute a script when certain user interactions occur. Script triggers can be assigned to objects, layouts and in the file options. They can be defined,

What is page view mode in FileMaker? Page view mode is one of the four display modes in FileMaker: Browse mode, Find mode, Layout mode and Page view mode. It is used to display the data on a layout in approximately the same

What is a server? In the FileMaker environment, a server is also referred to as a host. See glossary entry: Host Markus SchallMarkus Schall has been developing individual databases, interfaces and business applications on FileMaker since 1994.

What is Shopware? Shopware is a very popular online shop system in German-speaking countries that has been on the market since 2004. Shopware is available with the Community Edition as open source and with the Enterprise Editions as open source.

What is SQL and what is SQL used for? SQL (Structured Query Language) is a database language that can be used to create and edit databases and to query existing data sets within databases.

What is a FileMaker Starter Solution? For some years now, FileMaker Pro (Advanced) has been supplied with a variety of Starter Solutions. A Starter Solution is a small FileMaker database that can be accessed via a

What are parts lists? BOMs are an important concept in a merchandise management system that supports the management of material requirements and production processes. A bill of materials is a list of the individual components or materials that