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Getting Started with Report Builder - Reports are essential in business for conveying information, problem-solving, and recommending actions. But tailoring them to specific needs isn't always easy. With the Report Builder app, you can effortlessly create custom reports from your Appward data.
What is the Report Builder app used for? - What is Report Builder used for? Report Builder in Appward is a sophisticated tool designed to create beautifully formatted reports in PDF and Excel formats using data from your Appward applications. How does it work? Select Data: You start by choosing the data you want to include in your report. This could be sales figures,...

What is the Queries app used for? - What is a Query? A query is essentially a request you make to your Appward database to perform certain actions, like retrieving data or modifying existing data. In Appward, we use SQL (Structured Query Language) which is a specialized language used for managing and manipulating data. Basically, SQL is the language you use to write...

What is the Database Manager app used for? - What is a Database? A database is like a digital warehouse where you store and organize information in a structured way. Think of it as a giant electronic filing system that holds all sorts of data about your business – from customer details to inventory records to sales transactions. Why is it important? A database...

Are custom queries required when creating a checklist? - No, custom queries are not required but are an option if you want to incorporate specific information from your data tables into your checklist.
What are application columns? - Application columns refer to the specific data columns from your organization’s data tables that you can include in your checklist to integrate relevant information.
I’d like to test a checklist I created. How can I do that? - You can test your checklist by using the Run Test button, which allows you to preview the checklist from the user’s perspective and ensure it’s ready for publishing.
Can I change the order of checks? - Yes, use the Change Index button to adjust the order or position of the checks.
Can I resize fields in a checklist? - Yes, you can resize the caption field by dragging the right side or bottom to adjust its proportions.

What is the App Creator app used for? - What is App Creator used for? App Creator in Appward is a tool that lets you make your own apps, even if you’ve never done it before. How does it work? Think of it like building with blocks. You pick the pieces you need, and with Appward’s low code environment, you can put them together...
What do I put for “Database table name” and the other fields in Settings? - During the app creation process, you’ll come across the following Settings screen. When creating an application, you often need a way to store and retrieve data specific to that app. That’s where database tables come in handy. Think of a database table as a digital storage compartment where your app can keep all its important...

What is a tour step index? - Tour step indexes are numbers which determine the order of your tour steps.
How can I prevent the tour menu popup from showing automatically? - Uncheck the box next to the “Show this menu when I open the app caption” in the tour menu popup.
Can I include images and videos as part of a tour? - Yes, you can include any necessary media within the steps of a tour.
What do the different statuses of a Tours record mean? - Draft: Tours with the Draft status will only be shown to the creator of the Tour and the selected members. These Tours are also not visible in the Tour Menu. Published: Tours with the Published status are visible to the Public. They also appear in the Tour Menu in apps. Blocked: Tours with the Blocked status...
Can I create my own tours? - Yes, you can create your own tours specific for your organization. Check out our Getting Started with Tours guide to learn more about that process.

What is the API Functions app used for? - In the world of computers and software, an API (Application Programming Interface) is a bridge that enables different programs to communicate and share information, making it possible for them to work together and perform more advanced tasks than they could on their own. What is API Functions for? API Functions is an app where you...
What is usage tracking? - For each API function, there is a setting in the function details called Usage tracking. This feature can be enabled to track any time that the function is called in any of your apps. If you enable usage tracking by clicking the box, you can see all of the instances of that function being ran...

What is scripting? - Scripting refers to the process of writing code to automate tasks or perform specific actions within software applications. In the context of Appward, scripting involves writing code to customize the behavior of Appward apps, create new features or integrate with external systems. You can use scripting within the platform to make your own apps and...
What is the Development Tracker app used for? - What is scripting? Scripting refers to the process of writing code to automate tasks or perform specific actions within software applications. In the context of the Appward platform, scripting involves writing code to customize the behavior of applications, create new features or integrate with external systems. Scripting allows developers to extend the functionality of the...

What is the Help Creator app used for? - What is Help Creator used for? The Help Creator app in Appward is a tool for making helpful content like guides and tutorials. You can organize it neatly and make it easy for users to learn about any topic you want. How does it work? With Help Creator, you can arrange your content in folders,...

What is the Organizations app used for? - What is an organization? An organization refers to a group of people who come together to achieve common goals and objectives. It can be a business, non-profit, government agency or any other entity that operates with a specific purpose. Within the context of the Organizations app, an organization represents an entity that is added to...