Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the Power Apps link control. This modern feature enables users to effortlessly bridge their apps and the web. In this tutorial, we will discuss the purpose, properties, and guide you step-by-step on how to utilize this powerful feature. And if at any point you feel overwhelmed or need further clarification, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Why Use Power Apps Link Control?
Power Apps link control serves as a vital interactive element in your app. It effortlessly redirects users to external web pages, creating a seamless experience between the app and a browser.
Key Properties of the Link Control
- AcceptsFocus
- Defines if the control can receive focus through the tab key or the SetFocus method.
- AccessibleLabel
- This text aids screen readers in providing auditory feedback when the control is activated.
- ContentLanguage
- Indicates the language content intended for the audience, such as “en-US”.
- DisplayMode
- Defines the control’s state:
- DisplayMode.Disabled: The control appears greyed-out.
- DisplayMode.Edit: Allows user inputs.
- DisplayMode.View: Users can only view the content.
- Height
- Measures the control’s vertical size.
- OnChange
- Functionality is currently undefined.
- Text
- Displays clickable text within the link.
- URL
- Determines the destination web page once the link is activated. For instance, Twitter.
- Visible
- Controls the visibility of the element.
- Width
- Measures the control’s horizontal size.
- X
- Represents the horizontal distance from the screen’s left edge to the control’s left boundary.
- Y
- Represents the vertical distance from the screen’s top edge to the control’s upper boundary.
Implementing the Power Apps Link Control
- Open Power Apps studio and select the link control. Input a desired web address in the URL property, like Google.
- Enter the display text in the Text property, for example, “Go To Google”.
- Simply click the created link to jump to the specified website, exiting Power Apps.
In conclusion, the Power Apps link control is an indispensable tool for developers aiming to create a smooth and integrated user experience between their apps and the web. If you ever need further assistance or have technical inquiries, reach out to us. Our team is always eager to help, ensuring you harness the full potential of Power Apps.
