Data transform support in offline-enabled applications
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
You can now use data transforms in offline-enabled applications to reduce the need to write your own custom JavaScript functions. Data transforms are automatically packaged for offline use when they are configured on flow connectors, as preprocessing or postprocessing data transforms on a flow action, or on refresh actions or data transform actions on controls in a section. You also can run a data transform in offline mode by using a Run Script action or a custom JavaScript function, provided you add the data transform definition to the rule of offline-supported data transforms.
For more information, see Data transform support in offline mode.
A new transition effect for actions in custom mobile apps
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
Custom mobile apps that are developed on the Pega 7 Platform can include a new transition effect that animates your navigation in cases that use flows. This feature adds to the look-and-feel experience of the custom mobile app.
You can also add the pega.mobile.transitions.GO_HOME transition effect to actions that do not support built-in effects by using the Run Script action and calling the pega.desktop.setNativeTransition() JavaScript method.
For more information, see Transition effects on actions.
Pega Client for Windows
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
Pega Client for Windows is a stand-alone application that serves as a container for Pega 7 Platform applications. The target for this product is Windows 10 laptops and tablet devices. It communicates directly with the Pega 7 Platform server to support online and offline-enabled applications. Pega Client for Windows works on 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) Windows devices.
For more information, see Features and functions of the Pega Client for Windows.
Automatic creation of large data pages from Report Definitions
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
Offline-enabled mobile apps now use Report Definitions to automate filtering logic for controls that are based on large data pages. You no longer have to use custom JavaScript functions (custom populators) to create large data pages.
For more information, see How to use large data pages to store large reference data in offline mobile apps.
Style charts in the application skin
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
You can now style charts in your application skin by selecting Charts in the Controls section and setting a theme. When you style charts by using a theme, charts that are generated for report definition reports and the autogenerated chart control are styled consistently, and you do not need to style charts individually. In addition, you can preview chart themes in the Skin form to see how different charts look without launching an application.
For more information, see Styling charts in the application skin.
Load data in repeating dynamic layouts on scroll
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
When using a repeated dynamic layout, you can configure the pagination options to load more data as the user scrolls down the screen. This pagination works only in harnesses that are configured to use client-side templates.
For more information, see Pagination in repeating dynamic layouts.
Know the real-time status of operators
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
You can get the real-time availability status of all logged-in operators. The status of each operator is maintained by the Pega 7 Platform in a presence record. You can receive real-time status change notifications by subscribing to the Operator Presence channel or by querying the presence record directly.
For more information, see Tracking the online presence of operators.
Remote device log retrieval
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
You can access device logs without end-user involvement by using the device log retrieval functionality. The Pega 7 Platform downloads logs from a specific user's device during data synchronization events. You can use these logs to troubleshoot and support offline-enabled custom mobile apps.
For more information, see Device logs.
Improved responsiveness of tab layout groups
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
Tab layout groups are now more responsive when several tabs are displayed on a screen. The tabs are shown in a single row that you can scroll horizontally by pressing the left or right arrows. Additionally, you can switch to a tab directly by pressing the down arrow.
For more information, see Adding a Layout Group.
Empty properties are not included in snapshot
Valid from Pega Version 7.2.2
History records are smaller and more efficient, because empty properties are no longer included in the snapshot. However, as a result, the history snapshot for sections might present a distorted view of the section.