Modify Value List on runtime app on kiosk mode

[r_paternoster]

I developing a runtime app but I need to be able to edit the value lists. If I assing a button the command to do this, it doesnt work on Kiosk mode. What can I do?

[r_paternoster]

whoooa. My spelling is worst than ever!

In other words, I need a way to still be able to edit Value List from the runtime.

[SteveB]

I'm sorry but I don't understand what your problem is. Please explain.

[r_paternoster]

There is an script step that is used to open the menu item: "Define Value List"

When I use FM Runtime to run my database, that command doesnt work.

I need another way to insert Values into the Value list without using that step.

thx

[SteveB]

There is a script step called Open Define ValueLists.

[Steven H. Blackwell]

While you can not use the menu item Define Value Lists option in a runtime engine (you're not supposed to be able to do so), there is nothing about the runtime per se that inhibits editing the value list.

What WILL inhibit this both in FMP and in the runtime, is the definition of the value list and the formatting of it when attached to a field. generally only static value lists can be edited, and you must select this as an option in Field Format in the layout mode.

HTH

Old Advance Man

[r_paternoster]

Ok I got the part about not able to use the command Open Define ValueLists, but how can I add values to the list in runtime?

Perhaps I didnt say that the field was a radio button, so you cant type any info in it.

[danjacoby]

If the field is a radio button, your only alternative is a button with a script to OpenDefineValueLists.

Of course, you still have to choose manually which value list you want to edit. You also have to make sure that users have access to define value lists, or the button won't work.

Changing to a popup list or menu eliminates the need for a button, and also makes the value list available to anyone; just check the "Include Edit..." in the field format.

[r_paternoster]

Dude please read the past posts. I need something that works with the runtime. OpenDefineValueList doesnt

[danjacoby]

Wups -- too true.

The rest of my post is accurate, however, and provides what appears to be the only solution (I've tested with a popup list, but not a menu). Additionally, the "Edit" option opens the actual value list they want to modify. Finally, it works even if you disable "Define Value Lists" in the access privileges.

So, dude, those are your choices.