>I found that if you use the icon option you do not have a problem with page size in word, and other advantages. I also think that displaying the icon on the from looks nice and just double click and it opens...
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>I do not use FPT files but SQL 6.5 for reliability also the project is that the customer can attach any document to a specific job and share that info on the network regardless of path, mapped drive etc....
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>Many thanks again I will also keep on searching !!!
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>Xavier
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>>Xavier--
>>Sorry to be so dense...I see now what you are wanting. I have to research it, though. I don't know the answer to your question.
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>>FWIW, I don't ever use general fields...I just keep the paths to files. It's just my personal preference to keep FPT files tight.
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>>>Yes it is append general but what do you need to do to display the object as an icon. To see what I am trying to say check the insert object screen and look for a check box "Display as icon".