DataBase

Create Your Own ALT Shortcut Keys to Save Keystrokes

When you add a new box or button to a custom DataBase you can assign an ALT key to the Field Name so that when you want to go to that box or button you just press (ALT) and the letter you have assigned to it.

For example, in Database, at the All Database Items screen, press (MENU) File Modify Database. Press (F2) (Add) and enter a name in the Field Name field.

Database Add Field Screen

For this example, type Client. Place an & symbol in front of the letter you want to assign as a shortcut key (e.g. in front of the e in Client), tab to the Field Type field and select the option you want, then press (F10) (OK). In the future when you want to go to the Client field, press (ALT)-(E).