Add instructions/guide to database

R

Ropesend

I added this earlier as a "pop up". I think I need to clarify.

I am looking for help in adding instructions in a better format. Can I
hyperlink to instructions stored within the database? I'm sending out a
stand alone to several people for individual management.

I would also like to create an option on my form that shows the records
already in
the table. Like the present product listing. I would like the entry part
of the
form to update this listing automatically and provide editing. Do I create
two forms generated from the same table or is there a more complicated or
easier solution? The datasheet option allows too many options for error and I
need to include instructions. I can't seem to find how to add instructions
to a datasheet so I use labels in the form view.
 
L

Lance

Datasheets are pretty limited in how you can manipulate their display. The
only way you could display your instructions within it is to include it as
it's own column.

You could include your datasheet view as a subform in another form, and then
display your instructions on that (parent) form, triggering off the user
clicking on a control within your subform.
 
A

Arvin Meyer [MVP]

You can create a complex html help system, or you can create something as
simple as a label on a form. You might consider though, a table with an ID
field and a memo field for your text. The a small help button next to each
place you think is will be help can open a form to a simple set of
instructions.
 
D

Dennis

Speaking strictly for myself, I design a series of "help forms" which are
just blank forms with several LABEL controls on them. These labels contain
help text that I write. On the main form, I place a button(s) with a question
mark image on it, which opens the help form(s) when the user clicks it. The
advantage of this method is that I can also place a "PRINT" button on the
help form, which when the user clicks it, prints the contents of the form.

Works for me, and the users love it.

Oh, one more thing: using this methodology also allows me to place command
buttons for "sub-help" screens. For example, if the topic is complex, and
there are several sub-topics, the user can click on those command buttons for
more detailed help on those issues.
 
R

Ropesend

I've used lables in the past but hadn't thought of additional forms. I'll
try this option with the print button. Thank you for the direction. Each of
your responses were clear.
 
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