ISO FileMaker Magazine

Triggering a script, when switching to another record, may be the feature you need when your users should see the right data in the right format. Then again, maybe there's a specific value within a certain field and the user needs to pay attention to it.

Ultimately, there are countless times when you might want to trigger a script based on certain criteria when a record is first shown to the user.

In this video, I walk you through a technique file that shows you exactly how to accomplish this and what to watch for. The implementation might even give you a creative boost for what you can do with this technique.