Creating a database
The first step in creating a database is to plan the content, structure, and design. Then, you create a FileMaker Pro database file and define tables and fields.
Related topics 
Deleting table definitions, field definitions, and data
Topics in this section
About planning a database
Best practices for designing layouts
Tips for designing layouts
Creating a FileMaker Pro file
Setting file options
Defining database tables
Defining database fields
Setting options for fields
About setting up container fields
Changing field definitions
Creating file paths
Using variables
Working with formulas and functions
Working with plug-ins