thanks, but I'm thinking i may be working with a defective converted database. I'm going to try your unload/run procedure...
On Fri, Oct 14, 2011 at 5:48 AM, A. Razzak Memon <[email protected]> wrote: > At 08:19 AM 10/14/2011, William Stacy wrote: > > using 9.1 (64) i'm trying to use the data designer for the >> first time and am having trouble. on creating a new table >> with just 3 columns, two integer cols and a note col the >> designer is way funky. occasionally i can add a column, but >> usually not. same thing with saving the table. sometimes >> it will number the columns, often not. it will tell me i >> can't use duplicate names as if its remembering something >> that isn't there, but on restoring deleted columns, there's >> nothing to choose from. >> > > Bill, > > I can see why it is so hard, especially using the new data > designer for the first time, when you are familiar with a > DOS environment <g>. > > It is not that complicated at all. Here are a few tips which > might help. > > 01. First get acquainted with the layout of the Data Designer. > Starting with Tables, Columns, Key/Indexes, Rules, and > then Triggers and all actions related to each section. > > 02. Each module includes its own items/actions to manage the > module. > > [Shift+F1] will always bring up the specific Help topic > for you to review. > > 03. While in [Columns] section, use the options on the left > to Add, Insert, or Delete column(s). > > You may also use [F2] to Insert or [F9] to delete column. > > 04. While clicking on the Column Name, Data Type, or Length > cells, you may review all details on the far right section > under "Description". This will provide you with more > details, etc. > > 05. Always press [Enter] key when done entering or updating > Column Name, Data Type, or Length before moving to next > cell. > > It is all about getting used to a whole new interrace. Just > a matter of time. > > Make sure that you are always having fun! > > Very Best R:egards, > > Razzak. > > > -- William Stacy, O.D. Please visit my website by clicking on : http://www.folsomeye.net
