can anyone explain me (step-by-step, in full detail) how can i export repeating field data? the FM7 help says:

To export all repeating field values:

1 Find the records you want to export.

2 Make a clone of the file you want to export.

3 Open the clone, then import the data from the original file.

4 In the Import Options dialog box, select Splitting them into separate records, then click OK.

5 Export from this clone file to SYLK, WKS, and DBF formats.

but i have absolutely no idea where to start! im just a beginner here, so any help is really appreciated. thanks guys!

update: ive done steps 1-3 but i cant do step 4 because it is grayed out (i cant select it! waaaa)! now what do i do?

also, when i export the repeating fields directly (slk file), it only exports the first values of the repeating field. pls help me pls...

make sure you're using FMP 7.0v3. I believe there was a bug in earlier versions (v1 and v2).

yes im sure im using FMPro7v3...

Hi,

I don't know why you cannot select this option and don't have 7 here for a test, but may be you could try to create a new field (not repeating) in the clone file, called repeatHolder, and then use this field for the match to your previously repeating field.

im exporting the records from the old system, and it is already a finished product, so some modes (layout especially) and some settings are disabled by my seniors (the one who programmed the system). i cant do what you suggested (create new field), and i think this is what the problem is. so i guess i have to go and ask my seniors about giving me an editable copy of the system. right? or do you guys have anymore suggestions?

ok im right, i just need administrator access to the system. thanks alot guys!