>>>how do you pass variables between 2 different forms. The problem I am having is that I have 2 form each with a private data session. I want to assign the current record number to a variable and pass that to the other form. any suggestions. thanks fot the help.
>>Don't forget the ever popular PUBLIC memvar. While the new Visual world seems appalled by medieval programming traditions, this is one that will solve many problems if not abused.
>>The variable can be set PUBLIC in the LOAD method of either form (but not BOTH!)
>>HTH
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>I Hardly use Public Variables, instead I add properties to my application class that they will be available for all forms as public variables.

the only time i use a public var is to track the user's access level because i haven't taken the time to build an application object yet. avoid public vars as much as you can.