add a 'hidden' db edit field to the form and set the db edit field default value to [.theformvariable]. That's what I do on my forms with DB grids and user hits F2 to insert a new row. This technique allows me to set a variable and control default values depending on what the user is entering. Oh and I'm also using latest and greatest V8.
Have a Fabulous Day! Rachael M. Freelance Developer www.DragonflyDevelopmentMN.com ----- Original Message ----- From: Jeffrey M. Watson To: RBASE-L Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 12:01 PM Subject: [RBASE-L] - predefined value for a dbgrid column I tried setting a column optomistically to .theformvariable so I could have inserts automate the correct millnumber on the current form. many people may use it at once, so I cannot make an "alter table" default, and a temp table is not acceptable for this situation. so I can pick the exact wysiwyg ".theformvariable" from the menu as a predefined choice, though I am trying to get it to put the value of .theformvariable. (no, $theformvariable doesn't work either.) let me state that I am CERTAIN this is not possible, I am doing it wrong, I am trying to convey what I want to do. :-D Jeff Watson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tube Methods, Inc. 610-279-7700
