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    darklite is offline Advanced Beginner
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    self-propagating input fields?


    I'm not sure if self-propagating input fields is how to describe what I'm trying to do or not. What I want, is to create a row of input fields-name, address, etc. Then, each time I add a new contact, a new empty field appears below for me to fill in. I've seen it done, but don't know if it requires a separate form, or if it can be done within a form. Thanks!

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    That is the normal behavior of a form (or subform) in either Continuous or Datasheet view. Have you tried either of those (my preference is Continuous).
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    Thanks for the reply. How do I set it for continuous? Is it in the table that I set it? Or is it in the property view of each input field?

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    It is a property of the form.
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    Should have clarified, it is the Default View property.
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    Okay, thanks, I'll give it a try!

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    Let me know if I misunderstood what you were after.
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    Perfect, perfect! It's exactly what I was after. I'm pretty much a beginner with access. It took awhile to figure out that I had to click on the upper left square to get the default view on the properties sheet. Thanks again!

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    No problem, glad you found your solution.
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