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    Drop down lists in word

    Is there a way to expand the drop down list to more than 25 entries? I am trying to make a template for people that don't type. So I need several drop down lists with losts of information. Is there any way to change how big these boxes can be? If anyone has any ideas I would appreciate some...
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    Printing complete invoice in order tracking database

    I am using the sample database for order tracking. When I enter in an order, only part of the order actually print on the invoice. How can I get the complete order to print not just the first few lines??
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    trying to run saved finds, completely shuts down program

    I have a database of training and I have several saved finds. When I select to edit the saved find I get an hour glass then the program completely closes out and puts me back on my desktop. I desperately need to fix this problem, I would really appreciate any help. Thanks!!!!!
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    Need to create a page break within a catalog

    I am using the order tracking template database, I am using the catalog and I have the items grouped by item number, I would like to create a page break between the groups of item numbers. Such as all items with 100 series then a page break before going on to the 200 series numbers and so on...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    Thanks for everything and have a super great day!
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    This should be exactly what I need, and Columns C & D work GREAT! This is a sheet where three people enter data into, and we need to know when they entered their individual data, we are trying to catch who is not doing their part in a timely fashion. enter data in column Date inserted...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    Now that I have really confused you, I found my problem, Spelling. This works great, NOW! Can I use this same formula for other columns that need a date entered also. They are all date fields, like this one, would I just need to change the column number in the second If statement. Thank...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    I gotcha, you where correct I had it in the worksheet selection change event. I changed that and it seems to enter the date properly. My only question is the I have other columns that have data in them also and when I go to them I get that same error message, I just select end and it goes on...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    Hi Skip sorry for the delay, I was having computer problems, I have added the code you supplied, I am getting a run time error '42' when ever I click in any cell on my worksheet, it says an object is required. Then it starts the debugger, and it highlights the .. If .Row <= 2 Then I...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    Thank you all for your input. Skip I think the worksheet change macro would be the best. I really need the date to stay as the date it was entered. Or how about this, would I be better off making the user enter the date and give an error message indicating the the entry date can not be prior...
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    Excel enter date if cell is not blank

    I am trying to write a formula for when someone enters a date in column C, then todays date will automatically enter into column D. I am trying to switch from lotus to Microsoft, and need to figure this formula out ASAP. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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    Converting Approach Database to Access

    I found the directions on how to do this when I try, I get an error message that say the text is to long to be edited. Then it will not do anything. I would rather not have to redo the whole database. Does anyone have any ideas of a quick down and dirty way to do this? Thank you!
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    Data Entry Forms Questions

    Thanks for the info, I am begining to understand. I am going to take all of your great tips home tonight and see if I can get it to sink in.
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    Data Entry Forms Questions

    I am trying to make a data entry form for a supply database. Since I am a former approach user, I am use to being able to have forms that relate to more than one table. If I am understanding Access correctly, a form can only be base on one form or query. So, am I correct in thinking that to...
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    Data entry form problems

    Thanks Ken! You have really helped that problem. I wish I could borrow you for a couple of days. I would have this whole thing up and going. I guess I am going to have to go back to my books. Is there any book that you would recommend that could help me, I am trying to swith from Approach...
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