access+course+training - Message related to input mask

Amanda,

You can use DATA VALIDATION in conjunction with an INPUT MASK to create a custom message for the user.
Input masks simply limit the data entry to a specific format, wheras data validation will evaluate and promt for a new answer.

Used together you can restrict almost any incomming data to the format you like. Great for keeping data integrity (ie: all data is correct, not corrupt).

Regards

Richard