Functions Reference

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FILEMAKER FUNCTIONS REFERENCE 152
Originated in
FileMaker Pro 12.0
Description
Returns a unique 16-byte (128-bit) string. For example, you can use this function to generate a
unique ID of a record.
For unstored calculations, returns a new string each time Get(UUID) is evaluated.
Note For information on how functions evaluate differently on the host versus the client, search the
FileMaker Knowledge Base available at
http://help.filemaker.com.
Examples
Stored calculation: In a calculation field, specify the calculation Get(UUID). Every new record in the
calculation field has a unique ID such as E47E7AE0-5CF0-FF45-B3AD-C12B3E765CD5.
Unstored calculation: In a calculation field, specify the calculation Get(UUID). For Storage
Options, select Do not store calculation results. Every time a record is accessed, a new string is
generated.
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Functions reference (alphabetical list)
Get(WindowContentHeight)
Purpose
Returns a number representing the height, in pixels, of the FileMaker Pro content area.
Format
Get(WindowContentHeight)
Parameters
None
Data type returned
number
Originated in
FileMaker Pro 7.0
Description
The content area depends on the current size of the active window but doesn’t include the title bar,
scroll bars, zoom controls, and page margins. The content area is the space inside these controls. It
does not include the status toolbar if it is currently showing.
Note For information on how functions evaluate differently on the host versus the client, search the
FileMaker Knowledge Base available at
http://help.filemaker.com.