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    Duplicate Records

    I am attempting to develop a dynamic query capability in one of my databases. tblStaff: a list of staff names in one table (StaffID key) tblCars: a unique list of Cars (CarID key) tblStaffCars: a list of Cars owned by staff (StaffID, CarID combo key) tblComputer: a unique list of computers...
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    Writing an effective MS Access developer resume

    After almost 10 years developing MS Access applications for the government, I'm attempting to write an effective resume to begin my job search. I've single-handedly designed, tested and implemented over 40 small to medium sized applications to handle everything from classified document...
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    Report Wizard through VBA

    DoCmd.RunCommand acCmdNewObjectReport DoCmd.RunCommand accmdnew
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    Turn Off "Look In" pull-down when using Common Dialog API

    I am using the common dialog API sampled here. Users are able to link a powerpoint file to each record in my database. I store ONLY the filename because the database (and related directory) can change location depending on the installation location. I later concantenate CurrentProject.Path &...
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    pseudo-code

    probably the most impatient "poster" on these boards. I'll be surprised if you get help...
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    Launcher

    Use the attachment (credit to whomever first posted it here - it wasn't me) to find code that does what you want. I'm sure you're capable of making the form and the buttons.
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    Start at certain record in combo box

    My users select from a combo box one or more criteria. The criteria are numbered 1-20. Typically, the user would need to select 1, 4, 5, 6, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. It is somewhat frustrating for them to continually scroll thru the list when they add new records. What I'd like to do is...
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    Word Doc closes when opened via OLE

    I have a database that stores reports (both the path and the actual document) and a form that displays the report list showing the doc. When I dbl-click the OLE box to open the report in Word it works perfectly. However, when I move to any other control on the form, the document closes in...
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    Forms List Box

    g, fScanDirSelectFileFromCombo displays the *files* inside the drive or directory. I would like it to also display the *folders* inside the drive or directory. I don't believe it can be done, but thought I'd ask. Thanks!
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    Forms List Box

    Can it display a list of the folders in the directory as well?
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    Audit Trail

    Audit Trail works beautifully, thank you! Simple, but very effective. However, can anyone provide a solution to this issue: When updating data in a combo box (Autonumber field as the bound column) what is the most efficient way to alter the Audit Trail so that it reads: Changes made on...
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    How do linked tables work?

    Perfect. Thank you.
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    How do linked tables work?

    Can someone explain to me, in plain English, how linked tables work? I have been developing split database apps for years, but lack the verbiage to explain to end-users how the linking functions. Thanks!
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    Automating an Outlook Meeting Request

    I am using the following code in my database to send out an Outlook Meeting Item. As it is now, the message is sent to the right people, but appears as a normal message instead of an invitation, ie. they cannot reply in order to accept or decline. I would like to be able to receive responses...
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    Excel Automation Clean-up

    I've had the same problem. Sorry I can't provide a solution, but hopefully we'll find an answer here...
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    "You cannot add or change a record . . . . "

    The field in your main table that relates to the Service table is indexed.
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    Gantt Charts for Access 2002

    I found automating MS Project to be the most effective solution. If you'd like to explore this option, email me.
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    Updating tables without using an update query

    Use DoCmd.SetWarnings(False) to turn off the warning message before you run the Update query. Use DoCmd.SetWarnings(True) to turn them back on after you run the query.
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    Problem with on NotInList

    Please see answer in Modules & VBA forum.
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    Problem with NotInList Value

    You need to set a reference to Microsoft DAO for this method to function properly. Open any code window. Go to Tools>>References. Find Microsoft DAO 3.51 (or 3.6) and check the related checkbox. Close the References dialog box. Try your code again.
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