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ResolvedVersion 2003

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I have an access database and need to create calaculate field against dates entered e.g. count number of days between two dates. The database has a data entry form. Is it best to do the calculations in a query or in the form?

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Hi Lisa,

You could do it either way. Personally, I would create an unbound control in design view of the form using the toolbox. Then right click over the control and select properties. Go to the data tab and then click on the ... next to Control Source and you can build your formula from there using the fields in your form or from any of the tables.

I hope this has answered the question.

Regards

Simon

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Thanks Simon. I thought it might be the best way but wanted to be sure.

Regards Lisa

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