Formulator has moved to the web
Formulator Web is now fully functional, providing all the features of Formulator in a web environment.
Formulator Web - Now Featuring:
• Moss Pace Figures
• Video Replays
• Trainer Patterns
• Workout Tabs
• Synthetic Stats
• Further Manipulation of PPs
• View a horse's last five charts
• Extended Chart Archive
We are excited to bring you the future in online past performances. With Formulator Web, you can personalize the way your past performance look like never before. And, as we continue to make improvements, you’ll never be asked to re-install any programs since Formulator now lives on the web.
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What does Formulator Web mean for you?
No more software downloads.
No more clashes with Microsoft Vista or Macs.
No more missing pieces.
Formulator is now on the web as a Rich Internet Application and works like any other webpage you visit. Moving Formulator to the web has eliminated the problems listed above, and this has given us the ability to make seamless additions and updates at any time.
(You may be asked to download a newer version of your Adobe Flash Player the first time you try to access Formulator Web, but this should be a relatively simple download. You will be given the necessary “update link” when you launch Formulator Web)
This current version of Formulator Web allows you to do anything you could do with the software version of Formulator. You can view and print online PPs in a web-based format, access charts, selections, analysis, jockey stats, Beyer graphs, and more.
You can also print Formualtor Web PPs, however at this time, it may take a couple minutes for your entire racecard to print. We are working to resolve these printing issues.
For those customers who use Formulator 4.1 PPs, you’ll notice that the Trainer Patterns tool now functional in Formulator Web. The Trainer Patterns tool, chart access, and Moss Pace Figrue access is only available if you've purchased an "Enhanced" racecard.
A number of new features within Formulator Web will be introduced in 2009. One is an item called “TicketMaker” – a program which allows you to construct Pick 3 and Pick 4 tickets using the structural strategies described in Steven Crist’s “Exotic Betting” book. You pick the horses you like, twist a few knobs, and Formulator creates the tickets for you.
We will also add a “CardCreator” functionality in 2009. CardCreator will allow you to build racecards based on the types of races you want to play, as opposed to just playing all the races from a given track. So, for example, you’ll be able to ask Formulator Web’s CardCreator to build you a card of all maiden turf 2-yr-old races being run in the country today, and voila, there it is.
We’re excited to launch this upgrade to a program like Formulator, which has changed the way many of you play the game. We’re confident you’ll share our enthusiasm and we ask you to please send any feedback to FormulatorHelp@drf.com.
Common Questions:
Q: Can I print Formulator Web PPs?
A: In order to print PPs, Formulator Web turns them into a PDF file. This process can take a couple minutes. We are exploring options to speed up this process.
Q: Is there a Formulator Web User’s Guide?
A: Yes. Click here to access the Formulator Web User’s Guide.
Q: Can I transfer my notes from my current software version of Formulator to Formulator Web?
A: Yes. Click here for detailed information on importing notes from the software version of Formulator to Formulator Web.
Q: Why am I having trouble printing while using Safari?
A: Safari’s pop-up blocker tends to prevent the Formulator Web print window from opening up. To avoid this issue, turn off your Safari Pop-Up Blocker through the "Edit" menu. To see a screen shot, click here.
Q: Can I continue to use the software version of Formulator?
A: YES – but eventually you won’t want to use the software version anymore. We’ve stopped making enhancements to the software version, and Formulator Web already has all the tools currently available in the software version. But for now, yes, you can still use the software version.
Q: Formulator Web is not working on my computer. Now what?
A: Formulator Web works on any browser that has Adobe’s Flash Player plug-in (version 9.0.115 or above) installed (you must also have JavaScript enabled). Click here for a list of links to download Adobe’s Flash Player plug-in based on your operating system.
If you have downloaded Adobe’s Flash Player plug-in, but are still not able to access Formulator Web, please email FormulatorHelp@drf.com with a detailed explanation of your problem.
Q: Can I save racecards using Formulator Web?
A: Yes, you can save racecards as PDF documents using Formulator Web. By clicking “Print,” you can convert your racecard into a PDF document. As a PDF document, you can now print it or save it to your computer. Please note that the process of turning a single race (or an entire racecard) into a PDF may take a couple minutes. We are working to eliminate this delay.
Q: Can I add notes to old racecards?
A: For any racecard you’ve purchased/downloaded, you can go back and add notes to that day’s charts. You can go back to January 1 of the previous year to add notes to previously purchased racecards.
Q: Can I filter the Past Performances?
A: Yes and No... as of right now, you may view a horse’s individual running times or incremental splits. You may also choose to show or hide closer looks, notes, and company lines. Additionally, you can merge workouts and Moss Pace Figures into the PPs. Formulator Web does not, however, give you the option to scratch or hide horses. This filtering feature will be available shortly.
Q: How can I change the look and feel of the PPs?
A: If you’re trying to change the size of the PPs, you can use the slider bar next to the word “Zoom” in the navigation bar. You can also check the “fit to screen” box.
If you’d like to change the font sharpness or font thickness, click “Profile Settings” in the navigation bar and adjust the two sliders in that menu.
Q: Why am I being asked to update my Adobe Flash Player?
A: Formulator is now on the web as a “Rich Internet Application.” This means you will need a relatively new version of the Adobe Flash Player for the program to work properly. The first time you try to launch Formulator Web, you may be asked to update your Adobe Flash Player. This is a free, one-time update.
Q: I am a databaser. How will I export data from Formulator Web?
A: For the immediate future, you will continue to use your software version of Formulator for all of your exporting needs. Eventually we will have an Exporting and Downloading Center available through Formulator Web. More information will be provided once we get closer to the launch of this Exporting and Downloading Center, but for now, please continue to export through your software version of Formulator.
Additional questions? Email us at FormulatorHelp@drf.com
