Power Apps Controls and Screens

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What are the elements called that can be added to make a canvas app interactive and functional?

  • Controls (correct)
  • Utilities
  • Buttons
  • Features

Which method is NOT mentioned for customizing controls in Power Apps?

  • Writing custom expressions in the formula bar
  • Modifying settings in the Properties tab
  • Using the toolbar
  • Employing third-party plugins (correct)

What term is used to refer to the settings that can be adjusted for controls in Power Apps?

  • Properties (correct)
  • Features
  • Attributes
  • Options

What is the purpose of the New Screen button in Power Apps?

<p>To add a new screen to your app (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which routine categories are mentioned in the provided content?

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What is the effect of adding a new screen in Power Apps?

<p>It is automatically named Screen2 or the next available number. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the hierarchical list of controls in Power Apps?

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What will happen when you select a label control under Screen2?

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Which action is performed to add a new screen in Power Apps?

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What is indicated by the box with handles surrounding a label in Power Apps?

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What is the recommended naming convention for controls in Power Apps?

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Which of the following is an example of a proper control name in Power Apps?

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Why is it important to follow a consistent naming convention for controls?

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What type of control should the name start with when following the suggested naming convention?

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What is NOT a benefit of using camel case in control naming?

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What is the purpose of using a consistent naming convention for controls in Power Apps?

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Which of the following abbreviations is NOT used for control naming in Power Apps?

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What does the abbreviation 'cmb' stand for in Power Apps?

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What is the recommended starting format for naming controls like buttons and labels?

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Which control abbreviation would correctly represent a drop-down menu in Power Apps?

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Flashcards

Controls

User interface elements that make an app interactive and functional. They can be customized to adjust their appearance and behavior.

Properties

The settings of a control that determine its appearance or behavior.

Adding a New Screen

Adding a new screen to create a new page within your app.

Configuring Controls

The process of customizing a control by changing its properties to achieve desired functionality and aesthetics.

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Methods to Configure Controls

The ability to customize controls by using the toolbar, Properties tab, or the Formula bar.

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What is the "New Screen" button used for?

The New Screen button in Power Apps lets you add an extra page to your application.

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What is a Screen in Power Apps?

A distinct page in your app that users interact with. You can have multiple screens for different sections or functions.

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What is the left navigation pane for in Power Apps?

A panel within Power Apps that displays a hierarchical list of all the objects and controls in your application. This helps you find specific controls for editing or customization.

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What is the "Select Box" in Power Apps?

The box with handles that appears around a control when it's selected, indicating that the control is actively being edited.

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What is the control's hierarchical list?

A property of a control that defines its position within the hierarchy of elements in an application. It displays the relationships between different elements.

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Control Naming Convention

A naming convention for controls using camel case, starting with a three-character type descriptor followed by the control's purpose. For example, 'btnSubmit' for a submit button or 'lblName' for a label showing a name.

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Consistent Naming Convention

A method for creating a consistent and organized approach to naming controls in Power Apps, making them easier to identify, manage, and understand within the app.

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Type Descriptor

A descriptive code used to identify the type of control, such as 'btn' for buttons, 'lbl' for labels, or 'txt' for text input.

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Control Purpose

The specific function or purpose of a control within the app, like 'Submit' for a button or 'Name' for a label.

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Camel Case

A text formatting style that combines lowercase and uppercase letters, where the first letter of each word is capitalized, for example, 'btnSubmit' for a submit button.

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What are control properties?

Describes the appearance or behavior of a control, determining its look and functionality.

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How do you configure controls?

A method of customizing controls by modifying their specific settings through the properties tab, toolbar, or formula bar. This allows for fine-grained control over a control's appearance and functionality.

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What are control abbreviations?

An abbreviation used to represent control types, making it easier to name and identify controls within an app.

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Why is control naming important?

The practice of using descriptive and consistent names for controls in an application, making it easier to identify and understand their purpose.

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Study Notes

Adding & Configuring Controls in Power Apps

  • Power Apps allows for interactive and functional user interfaces (UI) by adding different types of UI elements, called controls.
  • These controls can be customized in various ways: through the toolbar, by modifying settings in the Properties tab, or by creating custom expressions in the formula bar.
  • The settings adjusted are referred to as properties.

Adding a Screen

  • To add a new screen, click the New Screen button.
  • Choose your desired screen type from various templates.
  • The screen type suits the app's specific needs.
  • Newly created screens are automatically named (e.g., Screen2) and appear in the left navigation pane.
  • This pane provides a hierarchical list of all app controls.

Object Tree View

  • Navigate to the Insert tab to select Label.
  • New label controls appear under Screen 2, situated in the hierarchical list.
  • A label is surrounded by a box with handles when selected.
  • Click/tap outside the label to deselect it.
  • Select the label in the screen or from the hierarchical list of controls.

Renaming a Control

  • Hover over a control to show an ellipsis (...), then click it.
  • Select Rename to type a unique and descriptive control name.

Naming Convention

  • Use camel case for control names.
  • Use a three-character type descriptor (e.g., btn for buttons).
  • Followed by a description of the control's purpose.
  • This improves control identification and formula building, also promoting better searchability.

Deleting a Control

  • Hover over the control to remove, then click the ellipsis (...) button.
  • Select Delete to remove the control.
  • For non-screen controls, select the control directly on the screen and press Delete.

Re-ordering Screens

  • Hover over the screen to reorder.
  • Click the ellipsis (...) and select Reorder.
  • Choose from the options (Bring to Front, Bring Forward, Send Backward...).
  • This adjusts the screen's stacking order relative to other controls.

Moving or Resizing Controls

  • Select the control and hover over its center until a four-headed arrow appears.
  • Drag the control to change its position.
  • Select the control and hover over any handle in the selection box until a two-headed arrow appears.
  • Drag the handle to adjust the control size.

Configuring Controls in the Properties Pane

  • Use the Properties pane to customize specific controls.
  • Change properties like text, visibility, and positioning.

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