Assigning Validation Expressions

Overview

Validation expressions are entered on one of the following windows:

  • For index field validation expressions, the Index Field Editor is used.

  • For scan set validation expressions, the Global Settings window is used.

Assigning a Validation Clause Expression to an Index Field

  1. Open the Index Field Editor.

  2. Select the field.

  3. Type the validation expression in the Validation Clause Expression text box, or click the [Ellipsis] button for this field to use the FoxPro Expression Builder.

Assigning a Validation Clause Expression to a Scan Set

  1. Open the Global Settings window.

  2. Type the validation expression in the Scan Set Validation Expression text box, or click the [Ellipsis] button for this field to use the FoxPro Expression Builder.

Related Topic

Introduction to Advanced Features