: The Inspector, Objects tab, and Field tab were consolidated into convenient panes, making it much easier to select and move individual objects within groups without ungrouping them first.
FileMaker 17 marked a major shift in how developers and users interact with the platform. By merging "Pro" and "Advanced" into a single application, Claris (then FileMaker Inc.) democratized powerful developer tools for everyone. Version refined this experience further with critical localized updates and stability fixes. Key Update: The Reiwa Era Support FileMaker Pro 17 Advanced 17.0.7.700
: No separate "Advanced" version is needed. Simply go to Preferences and check "Use Advanced Tools" to unlock the Script Debugger, Data Viewer, and Database Design Reports. : The Inspector, Objects tab, and Field tab
: Dates entered in the Reiwa format (e.g., R1/10/28 ) are automatically converted to Western Gregorian years (2019/10/28) and saved internally. : Dates entered in the Reiwa format (e
Below is a blog post summarizing what this version offered and why it remains a milestone in the FileMaker (now Claris) timeline.
The most significant change in 17.0.7 was the expanded support for the .