>>=20
>>=20
>> >hi,
>> >
>> > i am new in visual foxpro, i am trying to get a variable,in a Text B=
>ox,the first value of this variable is space(30), and i dont want the use=
>r to be able to enter more than 30 characters. how do i do?
>> >
>> > thanks
>>=20
>> If there is a Data source then the field length is the limit. If you w=
>ant to get 'picky' there is always the Format property in the properties =
>Data Tab that you can set.
>>=20
>> HTH,
>> Tom
>
>Tom,
>
>The Data source will limit the number of characters that are saved
>allright to the table or in memory, but will not limit the number of
>characters that a user can enter in the textbox, thus giving him a false
>impression. The Maskit method described in Foxpro Advisor of this month
>really solves this problem very neatly.
>
>Marc
Try using the input mask available in the form designer.
Terry
Rooks Computing Services Inc