Claris FileMaker Pro 16 Advanced

Unleash the power of the platform.

If there's no app for a problem, just create one.

The world's leading Workplace Innovation Platform makes it easy for anyone to create their own app. Claris FileMaker Pro lets you automate manual processes in a snap. Build apps to manage contacts, check inventory, organize projects and more. Build an app in minutes and hours instead of days and weeks.

Technology for everyone.

FileMaker Pro is a programmer-friendly tool with professional-grade power. So you don't have to be a developer to build an app. But if you are, we have something for you. With FileMaker Pro, anyone can solve problems:

•     Create layouts with drag and drop.
•     Use built-in templates and add-ons.
•     Run applications on Windows and Mac.
•     Create mobile applications.
•     Share apps on phones, tablets, and laptops.
•     Create reports on the fly.

What's new in FileMaker 16 and Pro 16 Advanced

FileMaker Pro 16 is easy-to-use software for creating custom solutions and applications that work across platforms on iPad or iPhone, Windows and Mac, and the web.

•     Layout Objects window - displays a hierarchical list of all objects on a layout. Objects can be selected, hidden, and renamed, and the stacking order can be changed.
•     Tabs - In a new window, users can open additional windows or files without having to close the first tab.
•     New FileMaker Pro interface for Windows OS - The new FileMaker Pro user interface now resembles the familiar Windows environment.
•     Copy and paste value lists - Default keyboard shortcuts for copying and pasting value lists.
•     Variables in FileMaker data source references - Host FileMaker files can be opened dynamically if a variable is specified when the file path is selected.
•     Advanced cURL functions - Easily exchange data with other web services and applications.
•     JSON functions - Use predefined functions to simplify parsing and creating requested JSON data from other data sources.
•     External Script Steps - Support for external script steps extends the capabilities of plug-in applications.
•     Clickable Security Lock Icons - Clicking the lock icon provides additional information about the security status of the network connection.
•     Field-based text encryption - Text can be encrypted directly in the field.

 Interacts well with others

Use FileMaker Pro to make the applications and systems you use every day even better. It's another tool in your toolbox. Work with your existing data to get started. Drag and drop spreadsheets, import CSV and XML files, create 2-way links with SQL data, and more.

Have an operational problem? Solve it with FileMaker.

FileMaker Pro has built-in templates to get your creativity flowing. And there's a wide selection of templates, tools, applications and training materials available in the Marketplace. To spark your imagination, here are just a few of the ways you can use FileMaker Pro:

• Operations
• Marketing
• Sales
• Finance

The power of the platform

Your business includes the cloud, on-premise systems, and devices. And they all need to work together for your business to thrive. So when you buy the entire platform, you unlock the full potential of FileMaker Pro in terms of sharing, security, and multi-device support.

Technical requirements

•     macOS Sierra 10.12, macOS X El Capitan 10.11
•     Windows Server 2016 Standard Editions (with Desktop Experience)
•     Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Editions with Upgrade (see Microsoft KB 2919355) Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Standard and Enterprise Editions