Creating custom error messages
Creating custom error messages in Power Apps is a good practice for enhancing the user experience. By providing clear and actionable feedback when errors occur, custom error messages help users understand what went wrong and how they can correct the issue. In this section, we’ll explore how to design and implement custom error messages using context variables and the Notify function, as well as displaying error messages on the screen using conditional logic.
Designing user-friendly error messages
The key to effective error handling is making sure that the messages users see are both informative and easy to understand. When crafting custom error messages, consider the following best practices:
- Be specific: Clearly describe what went wrong and why. Instead of saying Error, use messages such as Please enter numerical values only.
- Provide guidance: Offer suggestions on how the user can fix the error. For example, Your password must...
