>>>It should work the same in VFP9. Do you've any code in When() or GotFocus() that could interfere? You may also try to use SelectOnEntry property instead.
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>>Nope have tried that. Only thing in when is RETURN editmode.
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>It still something in your code or propertyies setting.
Well do not see what it is. If I key data in field and tab back into it, it highlights data but if the field is empty only see flashing cursor bar.