How to Create an App

Create apps your way: from AI-assistance to custom builds from scratch.

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Creating apps with 
AppSheet is easy as 1, 2, 3

AppSheet helps businesses of all sizes improve communications, streamline operations, and enable innovation with unsurpassed ease. AppSheet’s no-code app development platform enables the creation of custom mobile and web app business solutions quickly and easily.

This guide lays out the core steps involved in building and publishing AppSheet business solutions.

Step 1

Create your app your way

To create your app, you have four simple ways to choose from:

Start with a Blank app Start with a Blank app

The easiest and fastest way to get started is to select Create > App > Blank app, to generate a simple app with default data in AppSheet’s first-party, native data source, AppSheet database. You can then customize the generated app’s views, and add functionality as needed.

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Step 2

Customizing your app

With AppSheet's flexible features you can easily create the powerful solutions you need to get work done:

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    Data: Gain valuable insights by easily structuring and managing your data.

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    User Experience: Design intuitive and user-friendly interfaces that are easy to navigate.

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    Calculations: Create powerful calculations and rules to automate processes and ensure data accuracy.

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    Workflows: Streamline workflows with AppSheet automations to automate processes based on events or schedules freeing up your time for important tasks.

Step 3

Share and manage

Get ready to put your app into use! Management and monitoring tools ensure your apps run smoothly, providing a positive user experience while keeping data secure. Tracking performance and usage helps you optimize your app, troubleshoot errors, and make informed updates. This proactive approach maximizes your app's value and ensures it continues to meet your evolving needs.

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    Collaborate and publish: Empower your team to efficiently build and manage apps together, ensuring seamless collaboration and timely app deployment.

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    Versioning: Experiment and iterate on your app with confidence, knowing that you can always revert to previous versions if needed.

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    Cross-platform: Reach your users wherever they are with a consistent app experience across iOS, Android, and web browsers.

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    Monitor: Gain valuable insights into app performance and user engagement, enabling you to make data-driven decisions to optimize your app's effectiveness.

Summary

AppSheet offers multiple paths to app creation, from AI-assisted builds to full customization. Collaboration is seamless, allowing colleagues or IT team members to contribute. AppSheet simplifies sharing and version control, streamlining the entire development process.

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