Upgrading from FileMaker v6 or earlier (.fp5 format) It is worth checking which features are now deprecated in Claris FileMaker 19 and reviewing if they impact your usage: To prevent users from accidentally accessing an upgraded server/solution with an older version of the client software, you can set the minimum version allowed to access the file under File > File Options > Open tab. This tightening of support is in line with Claris’ commitment to releasing new updates more frequently and so it isn’t generally advisable to mix client versions and also it means that you cannot take full advantage of the full FileMaker 19 feature set.įor optimal security and performance both server and all users should be on the most recent software version and patch. if you have legacy machines which are not able to be upgraded to the minimum hardware or OS requirements to run FileMaker 19, then you can still connect to FileMaker Server 19 using FileMaker 18) - this is more restrictive than in previous versions as there was general compatibility back two version and forward two version for FileMaker 18 and earlier.

Mixing client versions has always been possible to an extent (i.e.

If your users are making use of these features then they will need to adapt to using the upper status and application menus (for changing mode/status bar) or you may find that you will need to program in zoom control into your interface layouts. With FileMaker 16 onwards, in order to produce a more modern ‘app-like’ experience on the desktop, the footer bar which includes the ability to zoom in and out, change working view mode and show/hide the upper status bar has been removed. This usually means the file should simply open in the newer version of the application and there are less likely to be significant conversion issues with upgrading. Since FileMaker versions 12-18 share the same file format as version 19 there is no need to convert the file. Upgrading from FileMaker v12-v18 (.fmp12 format) If you think any of the issues noted are a concern then you are welcome to contact our consulting team for assistance. Here is our quick guide of technical considerations to watch out for when updating from previous versions. While it is a given that one would immediately use the Claris FileMaker 19 platform for developing a new custom App if starting from scratch today, there may be some work to be done if you are planning on upgrading from an older version of the FileMaker platform.

Claris FileMaker 19 is a significant upgrade to an already great platform custom app platform.

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