5 Tips & Tricks when customizing the Command Bar in model-driven PowerApps

I partnered with Microsoft Canada on this video to share 5 tips and tricks I use when customizing the model-driven Power Apps command bar.

• ✨How to clone a record including child records
• ✨How to control the visibility of a button depending on the state of a form
• ✨How to update grid records FAST
• ✨Know how component library publishing really works
• ✨Catch & Handle errors in your command button commands
• ✨A few bonus tips are thrown in!

Learn more:

• Customize the command bar - Power Apps | Microsoft Learn

• Comparison between Ribbon Workbench and modern commanding

Develop 1 Limited Blog | Ribbon Workbench vs. Power Fx Command Buttons

In this video

• Tip 1 - How to clone a record including child records
• Tip 2 - How to control the visibility of a button depending on the state of a form
• Tip 3 - Know how component library publishing really works
• Tip 4 - How to update grid records FAST
• Tip 5 - Catch & Handle errors in your command button commands

5 more tips for Model Driven Apps

1. Utilize Power Apps components: Use Power Apps components to enhance the functionality of your model-driven app and make it more user-friendly.
2. Follow the Dynamics 365 design guidelines: Adhere to the design guidelines provided by Microsoft to ensure consistency and improve user experience.
3. Integrate with other Microsoft tools: Consider integrating your model-driven app with other Microsoft tools, such as Power Automate or Power BI, to increase its capabilities.
4. Utilize the Common Data Service: The Common Data Service provides a centralized repository for data and can simplify data management in your model-driven app.
5. Customize the command bar: Customize the command bar to fit your specific needs and improve the functionality of your model-driven app. You can add new commands, rearrange existing commands, or hide commands that are not needed.