: The Inspector, Objects tab, and Field tab were consolidated into convenient panes, making it much easier to select and move individual objects within groups without ungrouping them first.

: Creating "List-Detail" layouts became native. You can now use a portal to show the current found set, allowing users to quickly jump between records without complex relationship setups.

: FileMaker started automatically creating essential fields (like Primary Key and Modification Timestamp) whenever a new table is created, ensuring better database structure from day one. Performance and Security Highlights

: A long-requested feature, the Send Mail script step finally supported attaching multiple files natively.

: This ensures that any business logic or date-based calculations remain accurate across international regions. Why FileMaker 17 Advanced Was a Game Changer