Auto-Format Fields

kklosson

There are many threads regarding field auto-formatting. Like others, I need a field to auto-format like SSN ###-##-#### or Phone ###-###-####. I get it that AwareIM can constrain the input but cannot provide a mask - which is highly desired among us configurators.

What are the current option? If I was smarter, could I enter some java or use a custom form? I happen to need a very simple people entry form with 3-4 fields but people will enter these by the hundreds and keystrokes count. Today's users expect this capability.

If I need a custom form, is there anyone out there that could make it for a fee?

rocketman

At the risk of losing some revenue, can't you just put a rule in the bo that would parse the attribute if say - no hyphens were detected. Apply the rule dynamically if the attribute changes and report an error if the resultant string is too long/short etc etc.

If you don't want to do it - pm me with fuller details

kklosson

I can do this, but it's easy to see how the rule can fail, for example, what if they use spaces or dots - jeesh!

The best world is one where the user can clearly see what is happening and easily gets used to the rhythm of data entry. Basically, the field needs to provide an input mask and insert any standard characters that exist in the data type.

I see this on web forms all the time. This is what my users are demanding. If there is someone who can help me, I'm happy to pay the fee.