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I received an iPad 2 that I need to work a database on for simple business purposes. It needs to be simple. The only one I found is Filemaker at over $300. I found two open source database programs, LibreOffice and Open Office, but how do I make either of them work on an iPad?
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
2013-12-31 15:07:02
Check out Documents to Go. I have been using this for years. It is a great app.http://www.dataviz.com/
2014-01-01 20:56:44
Ultimately, until something better comes up, I am using Cellica, without the desktop portion. I made a template and am about 1/3 rd through the data input. However, on the list of records page, when I attempt to scroll over to the last information, it suddenly closes. This is a problem. How else can I view the info at a glance?Also, for daily observations I am using Evernote. It is not convenient to read through. I think Evernote Journal may work better. I just may go back to the good 'ol handwritten notebook...Of course, that would negate the purpose if the iPad altogether.
2013-12-29 18:35:54
Thank you for taking the time to answer!I had a minute to look at the Bento replacements. Evernote might work, but I need to work mostly offline. I think that is premium, and that won't work. The Libre Office and Open Office were to be installed on the home computer to back up the iPad. I really don't want another program on my computer, though. All I need is a way to manage each animals treatment, and perhaps list them for easier daily reference. Also, we make extensive daily observations. I will have a look at the first three links, shortly, but I wanted my thanks known for the answers given.
2013-12-29 05:28:12
Have a look at -
Polar Bear FarmTop 3 Bento Database Alternatives for iOS
2013-12-28 05:32:18
It isn't possible to run LibreOffice and OpenOffice on iOS due to the legal challenges of the Apple App Store. Try these database clients:https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/7251228/type/dlg/sid/UUmuoUeUpU75806/http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/touchmydata/id369457691?mt=8http://www.impathic.com/dataglass.htmlhttp://www.spanware.com/iphonedb/iMy/iMy.html
2013-12-29 23:02:35
Wow. Some of these seem really powerful. The first one didn't open, and I couldn't find it when I searched. The second two look very promising. Thank you