Temp records and GetField()

[rogermax]

In certain situations I create temp records in a separate file to pull data from many related files to print a report (like a work ticket). I have been very successful in using a scripted pattern to Set the data from the many files to the temp area, then deleting the temp records when done.

I have been experimenting with using GetField() in conjunction with a portal allowing create new record. By using the GetField("anyField") in the auto enter calculation option, I can put the data from any related field at the moment I create the new record.

I am sure many of the experts have figured this out long ago...my question is:

1. Has anyone experimented with the speed of this way versus set field via scripting?

2. Am I setting myself up for bad news down the road this way?

thanks for advice

[kyle]

hi, roger ! have you heard of "report builder". it uses get field function and it works fine. it is same concept. anyway to your question, you should not have problems down the road.

regards,

kyle