Work with Data in Container Fields
You can tap 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.
Use gestures to work with media files
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.
Use the following gestures to work with media files in full screen:
- Double-tap to zoom in or zoom out.
- Pinch closed to exit full screen.
- Tap to show or hide the control bar.
Add and work with content in container fields
- Tap the container field in a record.
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If there is content displayed, tap Replace .
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Add a photo or video to a record |
Tap Photos . Tap Camera Roll or an album, then choose the photo or video. |
Take a photo or record a video |
Tap Camera . Take the photo or record the video, then tap Use Photo or Retake. |
Record audio |
Tap Audio . Tap Start to start recording. Tap Save to stop recording and save the file. |
Add a signature to a record |
Tap Signature , then enter your signature. Tap Accept to save the signature. |
Add an item from your iTunes library to a record |
Tap Music , then choose the item from your iTunes library. |
Import a file into a container field |
To import a file from:
- your iOS device, tap Files , then tap a file to import into the container field.
- iCloud Drive or a third-party file provider, tap Locations . Tap a file in the list or from a folder in the list. To choose a different location, tap Locations, then tap a file provider.
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Export the contents of a container field |
Tap Export , then tap Continue. Choose an option for exporting the file. |
Notes
- You can't add audio files that are protected by digital rights management (DRM).
- To scan bar codes, see Scan Bar Codes.