Superimposing over a image in a container fie

[merkaba22]

Working with the Photo Catalog db solution from FM -- I would like to superimpose a graphic over a image in a container field (so that the image is visible beneath it) -- and then remove it at will. The graphic is a classic symbol of a red circle with a diagonal line through it.

At first I tried two different layouts but realized right away that when fliping through records the symbol was always there or not there at all depending on the layout chosen.

I am new to FM 7; is there a way to have one layout be a default as one goes through the records except when the graphic is deployed? Or is there another a solution where one can script a graphic to move in and out of the foreground (like when creating a layout)?

[sbg2]

I'm not sure I completely understand what you are trying to accomplish but instead of superimposing a graphic, try a letter (the

[Ender]

In FM7, PNGs work well for transparent graphics. In this case, you'd insert the graphic into a global container field, then use a calculation, with container result to show or not show the contents of the global, based on whatever condition.

[merkaba22]

Hey thanks for the reply.

I am not sure I know what a PNG is in FM 7 -- are you saying that by using a calc for a container field you could combine the image and a graphic like a circle with a line through it (or the font

[Vaughan]

Not quite: the "(/)" graphic is in a claculated field that displays it conditionally when required. This calculated container field is layered on top of the other field. The transparency of the PNG graphic allows the image in the field underneath to show through.

At least that's what Ender is suggesting. I have no idea if it'll work... but if Ender suggests it then it's a good suggestion!