Quickbase JavaScript changes as they relate to Quickbase Extensions
Quickbase has decided to drop support for JavaScript code within various areas of their platform. One specific area that affects the way our Quickbase Extensions behave is via
the use of formula URL fields aka buttons. These buttons are typically used to "popup" a window so the user can create a document, sign a document, view a loading panel, or drag and drop files
for uploading to Quickbase or another file service. While this is an inconvenience to a certain degree, we have engineered a solution that will work for either desktop or mobile and will provide the same
behavior our customers are used to.
Note: Our solution applies only to Quickbase Extensions.
There are a lot of other implementations of JavaScript throughout many Quickbase apps. However, the solution we're recommending here is designed specifically for our extensions. Other uses of JavaScript, such as the "image onload technique" or other ways designed to manipulate the Quickbase UI, are not included in our solution.
Follow the steps in the following articles to implement a solution that will work the same way for all of our Quickbase Extensions. It involves the use of Formula Rich Text Fields with new parameters that will open our extensions in a popup window the same way they previously functioned with JavaScript.
Note: The functionality of our extensions is not affected at all, and this Quickbase change only affects behavior.
Webinar recording: View the JavaScript changes webinar recording
Webinar slide deck: Download the webinar slide deck
Demo Quickbase app: View the demo Quickbase app