Progressive Web Apps š
PWAs allow your users to install your app on their device similar to a native app
Use Progressive Web App settings to let users install your app on their device.
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are limited to Enterprise-tier Budibase tenants.
App Details
| Attribute | Usage |
|---|---|
| App Name | The title given to your app, which it will be referred to in most circumstances. |
| Short Name | Used to specify a short name for your web application, which may be used when the full name is too long for the available space.(Not supported in Firefox) |
| Description | Displayed in the modal which prompts the user to download the PWA |
Set these values to control how the app is named in the install prompt and on the user's device.
Appearance
App Icons
Generate the icon set with a tool such as PWA Builder, then use the resulting sizes and formats for the app icon field.
Colors
The theme color controls the app title bar. The background color applies while the app is loading.
Display Mode
Display mode affects how the app opens on supported devices.
Standalone
- Displays the app without browser chrome
- Supported on desktop and mobile
- Best for general-purpose installed apps
Fullscreen
- Hides browser UI and uses the full screen
- Best for immersive experiences
- Support varies by platform
Minimal UI
- Shows a small amount of browser UI
- Best for apps that still benefit from basic browser context
- Support varies by platform
More extensive information on this can be found here.
Updated 3 months ago
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