Display whole memo field while inputting into Table

[tompru1215]

I have a memo field in a table that will have significant # of caharcaters
typed into it - it is being used as a description field for the record and is
basically a paragraph (approx 1000 characters or so) of text. Is there a way
to allow the whole field to be displayed as you are typing it in so you can
see what you previously typed? Currently, the text will scroll and you'll
only be able to see the last 50 characters or so. Any thoughts?

 

[S.Clark]

Expand the width and/or height of the columns and rows.

 

[John Spencer]

First thought - don't input directly into a table. Use a form so you
have control that can be larger and show more data at one time.

Second thought click in the field and then press the F2 function key
while hold down the shift key. This will bring up the ZOOM box and
allow you to see more data at one time. You cannot type a return into
the zoom box - that will close the box. You can type Control + Return
to get a new line.

Third thought, expand the vertical size of the row. Put the cursor on
the dividing line at the far left edge and when you get the two-headed
arrow, drag down to expand the vertical size of ALL the rows.

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John Spencer
Access MVP 2002-2005, 2007-2008
The Hilltop Institute
University of Maryland Baltimore County
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[tompru1215]

Thanks gents - I will try the suggestions and see how they work. Thanks for
the tips....

 

[tompru1215]

Yep - was able to adjust height of the ROW. That solves one issue. Thanks
for the tips.