Hiding Windows

[fed]

I use new windows to do calculations and finds on my database to avoid errors. Now I am finding that this is taking a lot of time.

Is there a way to open a new window and have it open hidden?

[bcooney]

Open it offscreen. Set the left to -5000.

However, finds must happen in the current window. Otherwise, you'll need to transfer the found set's IDs to whatever window you want the user to ultimately see.

[bruceR]

What kind of calculations? What are you actually doing?

[Chris Cain]

I use new windows for many functions as well, although like Bruce I wonder why a new window is needed for "calculations"

You may want to consider opening the window with a blank layout, and using the Freeze Window script step to minimize redraws.

HTH

[fed]

Thanks for all the suggestions. I will try them and get back to you.

[fed]

There is a slight improvement with opening the window offscreen.

I cannot find out how to open a new window with a blank layout. It seems I can only open the window with the current layout. If I then freeze the window, there is only minimal improvement in speed.

The reason I need a new window is that I don't want to loose my place in the record list.

I will now try to use portals, on a new window, instead, and see if that helps things.

Any other suggestions?

[bcooney]

If you would answer Bruce's question, we'd be able to suggest ways to optimize.

We need specifics. Show us a script or describe its purpose.

[fed]

It is hard to explain.

Anyhow, I have now set up portals, and that is WAY faster. Thanks anyhow,

Fed