Hi Steven.

>> I am attempting to add a check box to a grid column. When I run the form the init event makes the current control the check box and makes it visible. However, the check box isn't viewable until I click in the column. I need it to be visible when the form comes up. Thanks for your help. <<

As the others have said, you need to set the column's sparse property to false. But I am curious. Why don't you just add the check box to the column visually in the form designer?

Marcia