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    #1

    dropdown on browse

    Can a field on a browse subform be a dropdown combobox? msAccess offers it as an option, however I haven't found a way through the prooperties or field rules to accomplish this with Alpha.
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    RE: dropdown on browse

    Terry,

    I don't have any answer for you but a question. Why? What would you use it for? I'm not trying to be funny. I'm new and have a lot to learn so this idea escapes my knowledge.

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      #3
      RE: dropdown on browse

      Yes, go to the tables field rules and set it up as a lookup. Same in V5

      kenn
      TYVM :) kenn

      Knowing what you can achieve will not become reality until you imagine and explore.

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        #4
        RE: dropdown on browse

        Hi Ken,

        Of course it can be done. I always use the method as described here by you Ken, BUT one should consider that it is not the most reliable technique to enter data into a browse.

        I have found on almost all occasions where I used it to cause problems.
        Most of those problems are related to refreshing issues, and they often appear when you are entering more then just one or two records.
        Basically, I think under the current conditions it is not advisable to use the browse way to enter mass records.
        It is better to use the browse just as a sort of data-viewer.

        Problems that occur for instance are that parts of the subscreen that appears while you are using the lookup in a browse keep visible after you finished the row and similar effects. Rows appear in copy in the lower part of the browse so you sort of see them double... etc. etc.

        I think it just is not yet suited to enter mass data.

        What are your experiences Ken ?

        Regards,

        Marcel

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          #5
          RE: dropdown on browse

          In a many to many relationship, I use it for quick data entry into a table that has two fields, both indexed and linked to the primary key of a parent table. Since the table itself is a lookup table I only need to enter data initially other than occasionlal maintanence. Ken's idea to set it in the field rules will work I suppose, but then the field will always be a combo box in every instance if I'm not mistaken. I was hoping to have a choice.

          Terry

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            #6
            RE: dropdown on browse

            Terry,

            Thanks. Now I understand.

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              #7
              RE: dropdown on browse

              Hi Marcel,

              I only use a browse for data entry if there are only 3 or less fields in which to enter data. There can be other fields but they will either be calculated or fill-in fields. On that basis, I've never had a problem.

              kenn
              TYVM :) kenn

              Knowing what you can achieve will not become reality until you imagine and explore.

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