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SUMMARY
When using a data form to edit a database, Microsoft Excel will not allow
you to edit any items that were entered into the database in the ="<text>"
format. The entry will be displayed in the data form, but cannot be edited.
This is also true for custom data forms.
Examples
MORE INFORMATION
Microsoft Excel assumes that the field is a calculated field (because of
the equal sign) and will display the item, but does not allow you to edit
the entry.
WorkaroundThe best workaround is to use a custom dialog box. There is no way to properly edit these types of entries in a data form (custom or default).In the example that uses zip codes, the best workaround is to enter the number without the leading zero and use the Number option from the Format menu to display the value correctly in the cell. For example, choose Number from the Format menu and type 00000 in the Format box. REFERENCES
"User's Guide," version 5.0, pages 370-375 Additional query words: 2.0 2.00 2.01 2.1 2.10 2.2 2.20 2.21 3.0 4.0 5.0
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