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Default Date Format

Intro​

Configuring your web app's default data format streamlines information management, fostering consistency and efficiency. A standardized format promotes clarity, reduces errors, and ensures a cohesive approach to data handling across the project. This enhances overall organization and user-friendliness.

In this video tutorial you will understand how to set your project's default data format.

1. Drop a Collection Form​

Go to Components and drop a Collection Form. Open its Settings and choose the Collection to derive data from and Save. By default the date format is yy/mm/dd in this form.

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2. Change the Default Date Format​

To do this go to App Settings and in Advanced you will find Date Format. Form the dropddown choose the date settings you wish to set for your project and click Update.

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3. Preview the Changes​

Go back to the Preview page and reload it. The chosen date format would appear here.

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Conclusion​

One benefit of setting the default data format in a web app is improved consistency, reducing errors and promoting a more organized and user-friendly experience.