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A look at the different between Modern and Classic controls in Power Apps focused on Text Input, Number Input, Text Label, and Button controls.

Let’s be honest: most internal apps don’t exactly scream “award-winning user experience.” And maybe that’s fine - until it isn’t. When users don’t engage with your app or when support requests start piling up, it’s easy to point fingers at functionality. But more often than not, the real culprit is design - or the lack thereof. The apps you build today will live longer, cost less, and work better if you get design right from the start. Design Drives Adoption We have all been

Get a complete walk through of a custom Incident Reporting app built with Power Apps.

A quick rundown on what is new with Microsoft Power Platform for January 2025

A look at using the Power Apps HTML Text Control to make Power Apps Pretty.

Power Apps and Power Automate Examples from the apps we use to actually run our company. Need ideas? this is your post.

Learn how to take back control of your app by stopping use of Gallery.Selected.

I feel like just about every commercial app out there has the concept of Export to CSV. Turns out people like to grab their data and open it up in Excel. 🤷 Who Knew. So today, let's walk through how easy it is to add Export to CSV into your Power Apps. Basically, we select some table data, encode it in JSON, and then ship it off to Power Automate which has built in actions to make it super easy. Once the data is in Power Automate you can create a file an then save the file o

As Power Apps developers, we frequently encounter situations where we need to manipulate and reshape data dynamically to meet specific app requirements. One powerful tool for this task is the AddColumns function. Whether you're working with SharePoint, Dataverse, or SQL data sources, understanding how to use AddColumns effectively can make your app development process smoother and more efficient. Why do we need tools like AddColumns? There are lots of reasons but the most co

Learn to use the different Power FX text functions to clean up your data in Power Apps.

Get a full walk through of a Power Apps Example Event Scoring app.

The challenge so many organizations face is that out-of-the box programs simply don’t meet their unique needs. Yet the cost and time build solutions from scratch is often prohibitive. So is there a middle-of-the-road option where a company can benefit from customization without the from-scratch price tag? Pre-built PowerApps customized for your organization Pre-built PowerApps developed by PowerApps911 offer the best of both worlds, where an organization can benefit from the

Power Apps Code View YAML - View, Copy, & Edit. Use Notepad or VS Code!

If you are going to build great apps sooner or later, you are going to need to use variables. So, in the blog post I am going to break down for you what variables are, why you need them, and then the 5 different types of Power Apps Variables that exist. If you are more of a visual learner, then you can check out my Power Apps Variables video . What is a Variable and Why are They Important in Power Apps? Understanding Variables A variable in the context of Power Apps is a stor

Often to get the most out of our business solutions we create with Power Apps we want to tell the user we need them to do something. The most common way is with an Outlook email or a Teams message. But did you know there is another way? You can send true Mobile style notifications for your Power Apps by creating a quick little flow. These notifications can be sent to your Mobile phone, your Tablet, or even your Smart Watch. Power Apps Send Notificationv2 To send these notific

In the world of Power Apps development, creating applications that are both efficient and user-friendly is paramount. A frequent requirement from users is the ability to save their progress in forms or multi-screen applications and return to it later. This is where the 'Save as Draft' functionality becomes essential. In this blog post, I will guide you through the process of implementing the 'Save as Draft' feature in your Power Apps, enhancing your app's usability and user s

Diving into Power Apps development can be thrilling, yet the complexity of database concepts often acts as a stumbling block for many beginners. Understanding the intricacies of normalization, relationships, primary keys, and more is crucial for creating efficient, scalable, and robust applications. This blog post aims to demystify these database concepts, providing you with a solid foundation to enhance your Power Apps development journey. Let's break down these concepts int

Let's face it, users can use all of the help they can get responding to customers. While they may have the best of intentions, some days, they just aren't on their A game with those customer service or work order replies. Well, never fear AI doesn't have bad days and can come to the rescue with putting a bit of that much needed polish on response. In this blog post we look at two ways to enhance your existing Power Apps with AI to fix those user responses. AI prompts allow y

Are you ready to take your Power Apps and Power Automate projects to the next level? APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are your secret weapon, seamlessly integrating with various services like SharePoint, Outlook, Dataverse, and more. But if you're new to the world of APIs, fear not! This beginner's guide is designed to demystify APIs and show you how to harness their power in your low-code applications. What is an API? At its core, an API is a structured way to commu

Welcome to a comprehensive guide on how to filter Power Apps galleries using various techniques. Whether you're working with Dataverse, SQL, SharePoint, Excel, or other data sources, understanding how to effectively filter data is crucial for creating dynamic and user-friendly applications. In this post, we'll explore different methods to filter your Power Apps gallery, complete with code snippets for each technique. Let's dive in! Before we start, if you are looking for a gu