Using built-in error functions in Power Apps
Power Apps provides a range of built-in functions designed to help developers manage and respond to errors effectively. These functions allow for the detection, handling, and communication of errors within the app, ensuring that unexpected issues can be managed without disrupting the user experience. In this section, we will explore key error-handling functions available in Power Apps:
IfError()
IsError()
Notify()
IsBlankOrError()
Errors()
IfError() function
The IfError()
function allows you to handle potential errors by defining alternative actions or fallback values. It works similarly to an if-else
statement, but specifically for error conditions. When an expression is evaluated, and an error occurs, IfError()
can catch the error and provide a different outcome, ensuring that the app continues to function smoothly. It uses the following expression:
IfError(Value, Fallback, …, [Default Result...