limiting text entry

[rdeshane]

Is there a way to write a script to limit the amount of text that can be entered into a text field. Right now it will allow you to type beyond the area alotted for the entry (keeps adding lines) but will not print this info>

[rdeshane]

Thank you, I will do some reading in that area, since I am just learning.

[LiveOak]

Instead of a script, you can setup a calculated validation for the text field (Field Definition --->Options ---> Validation Tab) with a calculation:

Length (FieldName) < 10 (or whatever length you wish)

You can also use a custom message when someone trys to enter more than the allowed number of characters. This can also be made a strict validation so the user can't override it.

If you want to use a script, you will need to loop through the records and use a SetField() or use a Replace() with the calculation

Field = Left(Field, 10) (or again whatever length you wish)

-bd

[rdeshane]

I'm still confused, I tried what you suggested but it did not work. I want to be able to limit the text to 92 text characters in a specified box. I still need help!!!!

[LiveOak]

If you will post an email address to your profile, I'll send you an example file.Other than that, I'm not sure how to help you. The technique does work.

-bd