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Any
> opinion as to advantages/disadvantages over multiple forms vs. one
> large scrolling form? Seems like it would be easier to code with
> just one form...
>
>
Chris,
There are benefits both ways.
Small forms with few control and objects load faster.
I would suggest that the best rule of thumb is to try and keep the forms on
a 'business practice' level. If all the information comes from a single
source and is entered/handles in a lump in the business, then try and put it
all in a single form. If data is likely to appear in say 2 discrete lots
use 2 forms.
There is often much discussion about form layout etc on lists, but
personally I use two rules.
1. Is the form layout 'logical' in a somewhat intuitive why to the
user.
2. Is the content of the form a logical discrete unit to the user.
Single large forms can have some bad points, scrolling to find data is not
usually a good was to locate information. The best approach is to display
as much relevant, connected information in a single screen. If you need
more than one then use a second screen with a simple interface to pop it up,
rather than scroll it into existence. The worst thing about large complex
forms is that it is difficult for the user to actually find information.
The basically have to scan lots of information sometime to the point that
they just don't see what is in front of them.
Matt
Matt
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