I am trying to learn formulas in QB.
Clearly I am new to formulas. I am trying to replicate examples listed in the Sample Formulas Home. The formula I am trying to work through is: Color rows based on who a user is it uses this example: ...
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That is fair, however, I have done that completely and still find that the formula portion is sorely lacking much detail when it comes to being thorough. I will say that they have helped me in many areas, just not that particular area.
- The formula portion is probably always going to be lacking. The community is a great resource but takes time to search in. Another aide in formulas is taking some of the sample apps and dissecting them. I learned a lot when I first started using Quick Base by doing that. A good example is trying to learn formulas for buttons and Kirk Trachy's Magic Buttons app. I took his great foundation, learned and elevated my skills beyond what he made.
- Are you aware that you can search help? Click the Question Mark Icon in the upper right of your screen, type in your subject, and click Go. There is an extensive amount of resources about formulas. Click the Online Help section and you will get a return of Quick Base provided information about formulas:
- Great point Adam, that should have been my answer first then mention the apps. I just assumed he was using that feature. As for why it takes me time....outside of a few simple things normally I am working a formula that requires me finding bits and pieces from many places. I guess after 5 years I forgot what it is like being a newer builder.
