scriting entry into field

[crazybake]

Is there a way to "Lock" a field and not allow entry unless conditions are met..

For example. I have a layout with check boxes and a dropdown menu next to them. I only want the dropdown menu available if certain checkboxes are checked...

thanks

[Fitch]

Sure. Just go to Field Format and turn off "allow entry into field."

Then define the field as a button, and attach a script:

If [checkbox = 1]

..Go to field [theField]

Else

..Show message ["Go away!"]

End If

Another method is to create a one-line portal that is a self-join related by the checkbox. Any objects in the portal will be invisible until the checkbox is checked. Cool technique, but tricky to set up, especially with multiple checkboxes.