Functions Reference

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ILEMAKER FUNCTIONS REFERENCE 377
IP (Internet Protocol) address
For IPv4, a four-part number, usually formatted as 12.34.56.78, that uniquely identifies a
computer on the Internet; for IPv6, an eight-part number, usually formatted as
[2001:0DB8:85A3:08D3:1319:8A2E:0370:7334], that uniquely identifies a computer on the
Internet. When referenced in an application, IPv6 addresses must be contained in brackets; for
example, [2001:0DB8:85A3:08D3:1319:8A2E:0370:7334].
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JDBC
A Java API that uses SQL statements to access data from, and exchange data with, many
database management systems. The JDBC driver communicates between your Java applet and
the FileMaker
Pro or FileMaker Server data source.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
A platform-independent file format often used to distribute graphics on the Internet.
Key
A column (or columns) that makes a particular row unique (corresponds to a match field).
Kiosk
A FileMaker solution that runs full screen, without toolbars or menus. Users click buttons to
navigate. In FileMaker
Pro Advanced, use the Developer Utilities to create Kiosk solutions. You
can bind Kiosk solutions into stand-alone runtime solutions.
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Labels layout
A predefined layout with fields arranged for printing horizontally or vertically on mailing label
stock, and media and index sheets.
LAN (local area network)
A connection between computers within a location using cable or a wireless system.
Layout
An arrangement of fields, objects, pictures, and layout parts that represents the way information
is organized and presented when you browse, preview, or print records. You can design
different layouts for entering data, printing reports and mailing labels, displaying web pages, and
so on.
Layout bar
In the status toolbar, the area that displays options for working with layouts, such as the Layout
pop-up menu.
Layout bar in Browse mode
Layout bar in Layout mode