>Actually, if you look at other Windows apps,
>such as VB or Word, you will notice that
>when a modal form is active, access to the
>toolbars is prevented. This is the standard
>behaviour in most Windows apps; at least as
>far as MS app go.
>
>As for the suggestions, using a Top Level form
>does nothing to prevent this.
>
>So why does VFP not comply?

This is not correct. A modal in a top-level (with main vfp hidden) cannot access top-level's menu or toolbar. Using this method will produce the standard behvavior that you mention above...