#PowerPlatformTip 67 – ‘App-to-App Redirection’

💡 Challenge

Managing multiple apps on different environments can be a daunting task. You want to ensure a seamless user transition from an older app to a revamped one hosted elsewhere.

✅ Solution

Use the Launch function in Power Apps to redirect users from the old app to the new one, ensuring a smooth transition.

🔧 How It’s Done

Here’s how to do it:

1. Launch Function
   🔸 Use the Launch function to create a redirection from the old app to the new one.
   🔸 Place it in the OnStart property or an OnVisible event on a screen.
2. User Communication
   🔸 Inform users about the change and share the new app URL.
   🔸 Collect URL requests and questions via Teams.

🎉 Result

A seamless transition for users to the new app version or environment, while maintaining access to the older app.

🌟 Key Advantages

🔸 Enhances user experience by minimizing disruption.
🔸 Improves efficiency by avoiding broken links across locations.
🔸 Maintains control over the migration process.

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🛠️ FAQ

1. How do I trigger the redirection?
Use the Launch function in Power Apps and set it in the OnStart or OnVisible property with the new app URL.

2. Can I still access the old app?
Yes. The redirection allows the old URL to continue working while users move to the new app.

3. How should I inform users about the new URL?
Communicate via Teams or in-app notifications, providing the new link and guidance on the change.