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[sheena]

hi,

i have created a form with search options. it allows the user to search the
databases, each search option e.g. "Find Customer" the customer will click on
the button and a box will appear asking the user to enter the Customer
Account Number. if the number exsists the databases opens n shows the record
for that customer. if it doesnt exsist the database opens and shows a blank
record. it it possible for a message to appear sayin the record doesnt
exsists rather than opening a blank database.
if so how can this be done. I am a new user to Access so the simplest
method would be great.

Thank you
Sheena