Support for large binary data item storage in Pega Mobile Client and offline case attachments in Pega Platform
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
Pega® Mobile Client can now store and synchronize large binary data items and their corresponding actions from the action queue on Android and iOS devices. As a result, custom mobile app users can view, attach, and delete data files, whether the device is online or offline. For this function to work, you must enable offline case attachment support, which allows your custom mobile apps to synchronize case attachments between the Pega Platform and the mobile device.
For more information, see Enabling offline case attachments support and Client Store API.
Section preview added for templated sections in Designer Studio
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
When you create a templated section, a preview displays on the Design tab of the Section form, showing how the section will look at run time. The section preview immediately shows the results of each design change that you make as you add, move, or delete elements, resize the section, or modify the application skin. By helping you visualize the section's runtime appearance, section preview reduces rework and saves you development time.
For more information, see Section preview shows changes in real time for templated sections.
Navigation support for test ID
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
The Navigation rule supports the addition of a test ID to each node. Test IDs support automated testing by providing a unique identifier for user interface elements. Add Test IDs to a navigation rule in the rule form configuration.
For more information, see Navigation form - Completing the Editor tab.
New PEGA0097 alert
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
In Pega Cloud, if a user attempts to establish a session and the configured maximum number of HTTP requestors on the cluster has been reached, the user is directed to a page that displays the PEGA0097 alert message. This alert helps to prevent a system from becoming overloaded.
For more information, see PEGA0097 alert.
Data Visualization controls are now available
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
Use a Data Visualization control when you need a highly configurable visualization beyond the standard pie, bar, and line charts. With a Data Visualization control, you can appropriately represent any type of data. You can add Data Visualization controls to sections or anywhere else a standard control can be used, such as dashboard widgets.
For more information, see Adding and configuring a Data Visualization control.
Improvements in the process engine for offline-enabled applications
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
The offline process engine includes several improvements. To provide more options when you develop an offline-enabled application, a decision shape as the first shape in a flow and parameters for the CreateNewWork action are now supported. Offline-enabled applications now also display information about the last data synchronization.
For more information, see Flow processing in offline mode.
Layout groups support test ID on nested dynamic layouts
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
Dynamic layouts support the addition of a test ID to each dynamic layout within a layout group. Test IDs support automated testing by providing a unique identifier for user interface elements. Add test IDs to a dynamic layout within a layout group from the General tab of the layout properties.
For more information, see Dynamic Layout Properties - General tab.
Compact style sheet for creating PDF files
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
You can now use a compact style sheet when you create PDF files by using the Create PDF smart shape in a case type or when you use the HTMLtoPDF activity. This style sheet overrides the style sheet that is used by the harness skin and correctly renders certain elements such as headings and inline grid tables. It also renders PDF files more quickly.
For more information, see Creating PDF files by using a compact style sheet and PDF file rendering scenarios.
Touch response supported on mobile devices
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
When displayed on a mobile device, all active elements of the Pega® Platform user interface now respond to touch by changing their appearance. No additional configuration is available or necessary.
Setting a build version of the custom mobile app
Valid from Pega Version 7.4
When you build a custom mobile app, you can now configure a build version and leave the custom mobile app version unchanged. This way you can upload an updated custom mobile app to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store without having to increment the app version.
For more information, see Setting the app build version.