Where is the field size spec?

[RichGags]

New to access here as you can tell...but Im learning....

How do I increase the field size? Ive designed a form with text boxes, but each box only lets me put about 10 or 12 characters in it even though there is lots of room left in the box. Where is the option for increasing the character limit in a for textbox? Thanks

 

[llkhoutx]

There is no field size, per se. Bound fields come from tables wherein field type and size, if applicable, are specified.

Textbox size bears no relation to the size of the data displayed therein. A textbox can be drug to a larger/smaller size. Double-clicking a text box will show how big it must be to display the data displayed therein.

 

[RichGags]

But why cant I enter more than 12 characters into the field's textbox?

 

[llkhoutx]

The table field bound to the textbox doesn't allow it, it's width is less than 12 characters.

 

[missinglinq]

Goto the underlying table where the field resides, open the table in Design View, and select the field you're concerned about. In the bottom half of the screen click on the "General" tab (if it's not already selected) and you'll see "Field Size", assuming that the field is a text field. The figure to the right is the current size of the field. You may change the size if you wish.

The Missinglinq

 

[RichGags]

Found it! Thank you!