Claris FileMaker 19 now available

Ben Fletcher • 21 May 2020

The Claris FileMaker 19 platform is now available with a range of powerful new features that will benefit both new and existing users

New in FileMaker Pro 19:

JavaScript in a web viewer — Use readily-available JavaScript libraries or your own custom code to create modern apps. Directly embed things like maps, animated graphics, data visualization, and more.
Core ML support — Run machine learning models for image classification, sentiment analysis, object detection, and more.
Execute Data API script step — Requests data in JSON format from a FileMaker app hosted locally or on FileMaker Cloud or FileMaker Server.
macOS Dark Mode support — FileMaker Pro displays in the appearance chosen in System Preferences.
macOS Drag and drop installer — Install FileMaker Pro by dragging the application to your drive.
Quick Open — Set a preference to open a specified file at start time.

New in FileMaker Go 19

Core ML support — Run machine learning models on your device for image classification, sentiment analysis, object detection, and more.
Support for Siri Shortcuts — Use your voice to run automations like searching for records, updating inventory, or starting a process.
NFC (near field communication) tag reading — Quickly get information on tagged merchandise, navigate to a specific item in a database, or check in at a kiosk.

New in Claris FileMaker Server 19

FileMaker Server for Linux — Host your apps on Linux, an industry-standard OS, for high availability and reliability. Available as a developer preview.
Cards in FileMaker WebDirect — Create windows that are automatically sized and placed appropriately on the main screen. Open other windows or files without having to first close the card.

Claris FileMaker Cloud 2.19

Create in cloud — Create apps directly in FileMaker Cloud from FileMaker Pro with zero configuration and deployment.

The Claris FileMaker Platform offers the ideal path to deliver modern custom apps that have been making businesses grow for decades.

Using an older version of FileMaker or unsure of how to get started if you are new FileMaker? Call our team for a free initial consultation to find out more.

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