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rlampky - 08 Apr 2004 05:50 GMT

Can an input mask be associated with a Word form field on a form? (all
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Doug Robbins - Word MVP - 08 Apr 2004 06:46 GMT

Use an on-exit macro to validate the input.

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Charles Kenyon - 08 Apr 2004 17:05 GMT

Doug Robbins has given you the most comprehensive solution. Some formats
such as date or number can be set in the field properties. For more about
online forms, follow the links at <URL:
http://word.mvps.org/FAQs/Customization/FillinTheBlanks.htm> especially Dian
Chapman's series of articles.

Hope this helps,

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