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Set Index

Description

The Set Index sets the primary index or query list for a form or browse. The primary index controls which records are viewed, and in what order.

Procedure

1. Make a selection in the Set the primary Index for which window? field. This field will be grayed out unless this action is based on a Form or Browse. The choices are:

   • "Current Form or Browse Window".

   • "Another Form or Browse Window".

2. If you selected "Another Form or Browse Window", in the Window Name field select either:

   • "Forms"

   • "Browses"

3. Select one of the listed forms or browses.

4. Select an index from the Index Name list.

5. Click Next >.

6. Optionally modify the comment that describes the action.

7. Click Finish.