opening files other than FMP format?

[nikkoblin]

Hi!

I am trying to use a field-variable in a script to open record-specific file stored remotely on a server but does not seem to find an "open" command for other than fp7 or xls or formats FMP recognises.

I just want to open a file by starting its designated application, not import it in FMP.

I kind of suppose this is a stupid question but I am lost.

Nico

[comment]

See if this helps:

http://www.fmforums.com/forum/showtopic.php?tid/191128/post/271433/#271433

[nikkoblin]

As I am trying to open a file that will execute a specific application, I need to simulate the double-clicking on a file.

Other Ideas?

[comment]

have a script simulate a double-click by using the Go to Field{} script step, with "Select/perform" checked.

:idunno:

[comment]

Perhaps this is the missing part: the path to file must be used in a calculation field, with the result set to type Container. Then double-clicking the calculated container field (manually, or by script) will open the file.

See also:

http://fmforums.com/forum/showpost.php?post/193276/