>>>Using macro substitution inside a query is a bad idea anyway because it forces SQL to evaluate the macro for every row, and slows the query dramatically. HTH
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>>Erik, are you sure about this? If yes, then try some quick test.
>>Actually, this is UDF which might be evaluated for each row.
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>Ed, Thanks, but how can I look at the SQL statement while it is running? I know this isn't the best way to use SQL, but this way give the user more flexablity.

Here, I have to ask you. What do you mean saying 'look at the SQL'. Surely, you can bring SQL command syntax into some Editbox that a user can view it. Is it what you are looking for?