>Unfortunately, the primary key is Alphanumeric. I suppose I should have mentioned that earlier.
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>Other ideas?
Using the combo that comes with VB, you have no other choice than to maintain a separate structure containing your alpha keys.
But wait, I have a really bad idea ... What about inserting a 100 spaces between your description and your key so that the user won't see the keys!
Éric Moreau, MCPD, Visual Developer - Visual Basic MVP
Conseiller Principal / Senior Consultant
Moer inc.
http://www.emoreau.com