FileMaker Pro 10 introduces a whole new raft of script triggers. While we have had some script triggers since the beginning (such as clicking an object defined as a button), the new triggers provide greater control over the user interface. It will take some time for developers to find out how best to implement these new tools and to see exactly what they can and can't be used for.

This entry is about script triggers on tab controls. Since the introduction of tab controls in FileMaker Pro 8, developers have wanted to be able to trigger a script when the user clicks a tab. Now it can be done.

To demonstrate this technique, we have prepared three free videos for you. Watch them all or watch just the ones you need. We hope you get some benefit from this new FileMaker Pro 10 technique.

Introductory presentation: (1.9MB, 3 min) watch this to see an overview of this technique

Detailed demonstration: (8.9MB, 14 min) watch this to see, in detail, how to implement this technique

Expert demonstration: (2.4MB, 4 min) watch this shorter demonstration of how to implement this technique

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