Newsletter #22: Custom CSS & JavaScript Files, Custom Icons, Upgraded Modal & Auto Redirect Event

Jun 17, 2022

We are back with some new and interesting DrapCode updates and developments!!! So, fasten your seat belts and hop on our bi-weekly ride of updates.

For this edition, we have curated a list of features that have been newly added or upgraded to enhance your no code app building experience. We have also shared some upcoming features on which our development team is currently working on as well as some tutorials, a template and blogs to educate you about DrapCode. So, don't forget to check them!!!

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What's New?

New features, latest developments & Updates!

Support for Custom CSS & JavaScript Files

We provide you now full support for CSS and JavaScript files/libraries. You can bring any UI of your choice as long as it is in bootstrap framework. You only have to import CSS and JavaScript files and give your web app any kind of look you want. Also, everything is 100% customisable, so go crazy with your ideas and creativity.

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Support of Custom Icon

We know icons that DrapCode builder provide are limited. And we don't want your web design to feel restricted in terms of icons. This is why we now provide full support of custom icons. You can add the Font library link (mostly CDN link) in the CSS URL/Link Tag section of the App Settings. This will allow you to add custom icons in your web app.

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Upgraded Modal Component

We have upgraded the Modal component and now modals have become more powerful. You can drag-and-drop different types of ready-made forms in it or use iFrame component to display content from a different domain or website. You can even apply validations on it or create a details page using it. So, use the upgraded modal and create more dynamic web app.

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Auto Redirect Users to External URLs

A new automated workflow action is added in the builder to auto redirect users to external URLs or third-party systems. It will allow you to redirect your users to third-party payment gateway systems like Stripe, or book an event via Calendly, etc. We hope this newly added feature will enhance your app building experience and allow you to create a more dynamic web app.

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Video Tutorials

Watch and learn all about the Builder!

Learn How to Add New Fields in an Existing Data Table or Data Group

To help you understand different features and functionalities, in every newsletter we share these educational video tutorials. This particular video tutorial helps you understand how to add new columns or fields to an existing data table or a data group without resetting the components.

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Learn How to Add a Dependent or Cascading Dropdown

This video will help you understand how to implement a dependent dropdown or cascading/nested dropdown using values from Dynamic option or Reference fields values. This type of dropdowns are very much needed when you want to control the values of the child dropdown depending on what is being selected in the parent dropdown.

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Upcoming Features

Here are some of the upcoming features that are in pipeline!

Upgrade to Bootstrap 5

Bootstrap 5 is the market now. You will soon be able to upgrade to Bootstrap 5 and use a colour palette of more than 100 colours with improved colour contrast. Also, by default it comes with radio button and checkbox.

Save Nested/Reference JSON Data Using REST API Data Source

You will soon be able to easily save nested or reference JSON data using REST API Data Source. You will be able to build complex apps with multi-level data support.

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Readymade Templates

Free templates to build web apps faster!

Blogs - Free Template

If you want to create a versatile blogging web application, then check out this free blog template. It has a modern and stylish UI that is built around a content-driven design that will transform your blog into an highly immersive and appealing experience. Moreover, this blog template has a built-in-support for multiple authors.

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Blogs & Insights

Read & learn about no code & low code in depth.

Pros & Cons of Using Readymade No Code Templates

Using readymade templates is the best and easiest way of building and launching an app. And with no code, these readymade templates can be easily edited and customised without coding. However, it has its own set of pros and cons. Read More

How can No Code/Low Code Solve the Shortage of Software Developers?

Since the world has digitalised and technology has advanced, there always has been a huge demand of software developers. This huge demand has led to high shortage of developers in the market. However, now there's a solution to meet the demand in the form of no code/low code technology. Read More

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