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5 Tips & Tricks when customizing the Command Bar in model-driven PowerApps
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Feb 6, 2023 5:33 PM

5 Tips & Tricks when customizing the Command Bar in model-driven PowerApps

by HubSite 365 about Scott Durow

Ex-Microsoft MVP @ Microsoft, #PowerPlatform Cloud Developer Advocate 🥑 #ProCodeNoCodeUnite

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I partnered with Microsoft Canada on this video to share 5 tips and tricks I use when customizing the model-driven Power Apps command bar.

I partnered with Microsoft Canada on this video to share 5 tips and tricks I use when customizing the model-driven Power Apps command bar.

  • ✨How to clone a record including child records
  • ✨How to control the visibility of a button depending on the state of a form
  • ✨How to update grid records FAST
  • ✨Know how component library publishing really works
  • ✨Catch & Handle errors in your command button commands
  • ✨A few bonus tips are thrown in!

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In this video

  • Tip 1 - How to clone a record including child records
  • Tip 2 - How to control the visibility of a button depending on the state of a form
  • Tip 3 - Know how component library publishing really works
  • Tip 4 - How to update grid records FAST
  • Tip 5 - Catch & Handle errors in your command button commands

5 more tips for Model Driven Apps

  1. Utilize Power Apps components: Use Power Apps components to enhance the functionality of your model-driven app and make it more user-friendly.
  2. Follow the Dynamics 365 design guidelines: Adhere to the design guidelines provided by Microsoft to ensure consistency and improve user experience.
  3. Integrate with other Microsoft tools: Consider integrating your model-driven app with other Microsoft tools, such as Power Automate or Power BI, to increase its capabilities.
  4. Utilize the Common Data Service: The Common Data Service provides a centralized repository for data and can simplify data management in your model-driven app.
  5. Customize the command bar: Customize the command bar to fit your specific needs and improve the functionality of your model-driven app. You can add new commands, rearrange existing commands, or hide commands that are not needed.