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test for empty dataset

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jmnekrkt

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How can I tell if a dataset is empty before I run a query. I don't want to run the query if there are not records to show.
 
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Do a DCOUNT(.....) You can get the info on it thru HELP


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Use the .recordcount property. Also, be aware that if you're using DAO rather than ADO, you'll have to .movefrist .movelast in order to get an accurate count (old DAO bug, but if you're only workgrouping or running local, it's less overhead than an ADO connection).
 
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DCount did the trick. Thank you both for your suggestions.
 
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