Welcome to our blog on number masking in Microsoft Power Apps! As businesses embrace digital transformation, data security becomes paramount. With sensitive information like phone numbers, account numbers, and identification codes being entered into apps, it is crucial to protect this data from prying eyes. In this blog, we will walk you through the steps to efficiently mask numbers in Power Apps, ensuring data privacy without compromising user experience. Let’s dive in and learn how to safeguard your data effortlessly!
Step 1: Adding the Text Input Control
To begin, drag and drop a Text Input control onto your Power Apps canvas. This control serves as the entry point for users to input numbers that require masking.
Step 2: Creating the Display Control
Next, include a Label control or another Text Input control on the screen where you want to display the masked number securely.
Step 3: Applying the Masking Formula
In the Text property of the Display control, employ a formula to implement the masking. We offer three common masking techniques for you to choose from:
a. Mask All Digits Except Last 4:Text(Mid(TextInput1.Text, Len(TextInput1.Text) - 3) & "****")
This formula displays all digits of the entered number except the last four, which are replaced with asterisks.
b. Mask All Digits Except First 4 and Last 2:Text(Mid(TextInput1.Text, 1, 4) & "******" & Right(TextInput1.Text, 2))
This formula displays the first four digits and last two digits of the entered number, with the rest masked as asterisks.
c. Custom Masking:
Feel free to design your own custom masking formula to align with your specific requirements. For example, if you desire to mask the first six digits and display only the last four, you can use:Text("******" & Right(TextInput1.Text, 4))
Step 4: Binding the Text Input Control
Bind the Text property of the Text Input control to the same data source you are using for the Display control. This ensures that the entered number is displayed with the applied masking in the Display control.
Step 5: Testing the Masking
Once you’ve completed the steps, save your app and put the masking functionality to the test. Enter different numbers in the Text Input control, and you should observe the desired masked number displayed securely in the Display control.
Conclusion:
Number masking in Microsoft Power Apps provides an effective way to safeguard sensitive information without compromising usability. By following these simple steps, you can ensure data privacy and meet security standards while delivering a seamless user experience. Embrace the power of number masking and rest easy knowing that your app users’ data remains protected. Stay ahead of data security challenges and fortify your apps with this essential feature!