TL;DR: Put a Launch to the new app’s URL in the old app’s OnStart/OnVisible to auto-redirect users while the old link keeps working.

💡 Challenge

Managing multiple apps across different environments can be a daunting task. When you move users from an older app to a revamped one hosted elsewhere, you want the transition to feel seamless.

✅ Solution

The Launch function in Power Apps comes to the rescue. Use it to redirect users automatically from the old app to the new one, ensuring a smooth transition while the old link keeps working.

🔧 How It’s Done

1. Add the redirection

🔸 In the old app, use the Launch function pointing to the new app’s URL.

🔸 Place it in the OnStart property or in an OnVisible event on the first screen.

2. Communicate the change

🔸 Inform users they’re now in a new app with a fresh URL.

🔸 Let them request or bookmark the new URL (for example via Teams).

🎉 Result

You’ve ensured a seamless transition for users to the new app version or environment, while the older app links keep working during the changeover.

🌟 Key Advantages

🔸 User Experience: A smooth transition minimizes disruption

🔸 Efficiency: The old link keeps working, avoiding broken links elsewhere

🔸 Control: You manage a planned, organized shift to the new app

🛠️ FAQ

Q: 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.

Q: Can I still access the old app?

Yes. The redirection allows the old URL to continue working while users move to the new app.

Q: 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.

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