Microsoft Power Apps continues to evolve and empower users with innovative features. In 2023 Power Apps releases bring a host of improvements, enhancing user experience and efficiency. Let’s explore the key benefits for users:
Copilot Assistance for Well-Written Input Text (December 2023)
End users can now harness the power of Copilot to effortlessly generate well-written text for input boxes in Power Apps. This is a game-changer for users who need to input text quickly and accurately, especially when dealing with languages that aren’t their native tongue. Copilot ensures that grammar rules are adhered to, saving valuable time for users.
Benefit: Efficient Content Creation
Feature Details:
- Copilot excels at formatting, correcting grammar, and generating coherent text.
- Users can focus on expressing their ideas without the burden of worrying about grammar and sentence structure.
- Particularly beneficial for multilingual users or those dealing with apps in different languages.
Seamless Offline Configuration for Model-Driven Apps (November 2023)
Configuring model-driven apps for offline use has become more intuitive and user-friendly. The modern app designer allows makers to seamlessly set up their apps for offline access without the need for complex table additions or filter applications.
Benefit: Simplified App Management
Feature Details:
- A one-click toggle switch enables apps for offline use, automatically generating default offline profiles.
- Users with app access (via security roles) can utilize the app in offline mode without additional profile settings.
- Advanced mode, requiring admin privileges, supports multiple offline profiles for nuanced control.
AI-Driven Power Fx Formula Writing (November 2023)
Writing Power Fx formulas is now more accessible with the integration of Copilot. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a novice, Copilot assists in crafting formulas using natural language or examples, enhancing productivity.
Benefit: Time-Saving Formula Creation
Feature Details:
- Copilot aids in writing Power Fx formulas, making the process faster and more user-friendly.
- The integration brings a consistent and unified experience, merging functionality from Power Apps Ideas.
- Natural language input or example-based formula creation simplifies the coding process.
This feature will be released into the following Microsoft Azure geographic area: United States.
Formula Columns in Dataverse Using Natural Language (November 2023)
By introducing natural language descriptions for code generation, Microsoft aims to improve maker productivity, empower non-programmers, and facilitate communication between stakeholders.
Benefit: Enhanced Coding Experience
Feature Details:
- Natural language-based formula columns reduce manual code writing efforts.
- Non-programmers can create or modify code without learning specific syntax.
- Enhances collaboration by using natural language to express system requirements.
New and Refreshed Controls for Canvas Apps (November 2023)
The updated user interface aligns Power Apps with the latest Microsoft Fluent Design System, offering makers beautiful controls and styling options for their canvas apps. User don’t have to think about the design anymore, already use the standard options.
Benefit: Enhanced User Experience
Feature Details:
- Makers can opt-in for Fluent-based designs, themes, and updated styling for their canvas apps.
- Aesthetic improvements include fonts, colors, borders, shadows, and more.
Express Design for Power Apps (October 2023)
Express Design allows users to transform designs from tools like Figma directly into Power Apps, reducing the gap between design and development.
Benefit: Rapid App Development from Designs
Feature Details:
- Two main capabilities: App from image and App from Figma.
- Generate apps from static images or Figma design files seamlessly.
- Streamlines collaboration between designers and developers.
Shared Device Mode for iOS Devices (September 2023)
Frontline workers can now share iOS devices seamlessly using Microsoft’s shared device mode. This feature simplifies the sign-in and sign-out process, ensuring convenience, efficiency, and security.
Benefit: Efficient Device Sharing for Frontline Workers
Feature Details:
- Ideal for industries like retail, healthcare, and manufacturing where shared devices are common.
- Workers can sign in and out with a single step, making device handovers quick and secure.
- Supports multiple users across shifts.
These 2023 Power Apps releases demonstrate Microsoft’s commitment to enhancing user experience, simplifying app development, and fostering productivity across diverse scenarios. Users can look forward to a more intuitive and feature-rich Power Apps environment, ultimately making app creation and usage more enjoyable and efficient.
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