Just don't do it. The index key must be fixed length in VFP. I found some very, very bad bugs because of it in some legacy code. And combined with SET EXACT OFF can give some long working nights. :)

Besides, what advantages do you see in using it in an index key?

Vlad

>Is it advisable to use ALLT(field1) in index expressions and what
>are its advantages and disadvantages.
>
>Thanks in advance.
>
>Shashi