Working with Data in Container Fields
You can tap in a container field to view or play media files, add and take photos, add and record videos, insert a signature, add and record audio, scan bar codes, view and add files, and replace and export data.
You can also use the Insert From Device script step to enter content into a container field. See FileMaker Pro Help.
For information about scanning bar codes, see Scanning Bar Codes.
Important: Routine backups are strongly recommended for any document stored on a computer or iOS device. For information about backing up FileMaker Pro files, see FileMaker Pro Help.
View or play a media file
- Tap the container field in a record.
- Do one of the following:
- Tap View to view a media file.
- Tap Play to play a media file inside the container field.
- Tap Play Full Screen to play the media full screen.
Use gestures to work with media files
Use the following gestures to work with media files in full screen:
- Double-tap to zoom in our zoom out.
- Pinch closed to exit full screen.
- Tap to show or hide the control bar.
Use the following gestures to work with media files inside containers:
- Double-tap to switch between playing and pausing a media file.
- Pinch closed to stop playing the file.
- Pinch open to switch to full screen.
- Tap to show or hide the control bar.
Add a photo or video to a record
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Photos .
- Tap Camera Roll or an album.
- Choose the photo or video.
Take a photo or record a video (if available for your device)
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Camera .
- (if available) Use the zoom control, set LED flash mode, switch between the main and front cameras, or set the Camera/Video switch.
- (optional) Choose a resolution (photos only): Small, Medium, Large, or Full.
- Take the photo or record the video.
- Tap Use or Retake.
Record audio
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Audio .
- Use your device's built-in microphone or headphones with an external microphone.
- Tap Start to start recording.
- Tap Pause to pause during recording. Tap Resume to resume recording.
- Tap Save to stop recording and save the file.
Add a signature to a record
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Signature , then enter your signature.
The signature capture screen might display a title, message, and prompt if these options were specified for the Insert From Device script step. See FileMaker Pro Help.
- Tap Accept to save the signature.
Add an item from your iTunes library to a record
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Music .
- Choose the item from your iTunes library. You can't add audio files that are protected by digital rights management (DRM).
Add a file to a record
- Tap the container field in a record.
- If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
- Tap Files .
- Choose the file you want.
To add files to your device, see Transferring Files.
Replace the contents of a container field
- Tap the container field in a record.
- Tap Replace .
- Choose the type of data.
Export the contents of a container field
- Tap the container field in a record.
- Tap Export .
- (optional) For images, choose an image size.
- (optional) Change the filename.
- Do one of the following:
- Tap Save. The file appears in the Device list in the Launch Center window.
- Tap Email. Compose the message, then tap Send.
Delete the contents of a container field
- Tap the container field in a record.
- Tap Delete .
Notes
- You can copy and paste embedded files between container fields, including container fields that are set up to store data externally.
- You can copy and paste images from other apps on the device.