Freeze object or part in form view

[rsrc]

Hi,

I am trying to create a form view layout with a top and left section that remain in place when users scroll through the form. I have the top information in a header part but I guess this is irrelevant when I am in form view...

Can I create background objects or groups that will be static when the rest of the form scrolls?

Thanks for any suggestions!

rori

[Lee Smith]

Hi rsrc, and Welcome to the Forum,

Check out the options for each view.

It sounds like you either need to create a List View (from scratch), or choose the options for Table View (in Layout Mode) for viewing the header and/or footers.

HTH

Lee

Edited September 16, 2010 by Guest

[rsrc]

Thanks Lee,

The list view helps for the top section.

I have a menu though that is supposed to go on the left and remain in place - can I alter the position dynamically to keep it in place or is there a type of object which can cut through the parts of the layout to remain static?

Thanks

r

[lawaid]

Like a "sidebar" ?.. I wish there was a way, but unfortunately, no.

[Lee Smith]

Hi r,

I'm not sure I'm following what you want. Perhaps you can attach a screen shot, a copy of the file, or a mockup file that can demostrate what you mean, along with a description of what you want to have happen.

There is no way to keep some items stationary on the left side of a List View or table view, like you can with the Form View. However, have you investigated Related Records, and Portals?

Lee

[rsrc]

Hi,

Yes, essentially I want to create a sort of sidebar. It sounds like I will need to create an alternate solution. Thanks for your replies!

r

[Vaughan]

No a sidebar cannot be done in list view. The closest that can be done is to have a top- or bottom-bar in the header or footer respectively, or use a form view and display the listed records in a portal.

The last suggestion is probably the best but it can get a bit tricky in multi-user due to record locking.

[Lee Smith]

Hi vaughan,

or use a form view and display the listed records in a portal.

There is no way to keep some items stationary on the left side of a List View or table view, like you can with the Form View. However, have you investigated Related Records, and Portals?

Seems like we are on the same page. LOL

Lee

[Vaughan]

Indeed Lee, great minds think alike. :)

[rsrc]

Thanks to you both for your suggestions!