| Data-entry aids |
Dates can be entered using a handy dropdown calendar, and numeric fields can be entered using a dropdown calculator. |
| Data-sensitive display |
Use color-coding to signify meaning in data entry. For example, you can display negative numbers can be displayed in red, or define dates as holidays or other significant days such as payroll dates, and display them in a special color in the dropdown calendar. |
| Automatic data translation |
Database values can be automatically formatted for display. For example, a numeric Social Security Number can be displayed with the hyphens without storing them with the data. Dates and times can be presented to the user in a readable format independent of the underlying data storage format. |
| Automatic data validation |
Dates, times, and numeric values can have maximum and minimum values set as properties, eliminating the need for range-checking code. Also, in the case of dates and times, the controls handle data validation. |
| Automatic character filtering |
Tables of valid or invalid characters can be established to insure only valid characters are entered by the user. This means no more writing code to make sure the user doesn’t try to use letters in a Social Security Number. |
| International support |
Supports international characters and formats. |
| Input masks |
Select from a choice of pre-defined edit masks, or data values, for input and display, or define your own. |
| Editing modes |
Both the insert mode and the overwrite mode are fully supported. Also, the validation level and the character filtering during input can be selected by options. |
| Ease of use |
Visual editing features are part of a WYSIWYG environment that provides instant feedback at design time and reduces coding requirements. |
| Integration with True DBGrid |
True DBInput controls work seamlessly with ComponentOne's True DBGrid Pro 8.0 to provide a complete solution for grid-based data entry. For example, you can display a calendar when the end user edits a cell containing a date value. |
| Shortcut keys |
Define your own shortcut keys to clear the contents of a control, move to the next/previous field/control, drop down a calendar or a calculator, or retrieve the current system date and time. Standard shortcut keys for Cut, Paste, Copy, Select All, and Undo are also available. |
| Flexible captions |
Captions can be placed in thirty-six different positions per control to further customize your applications. |
| Smooth input and navigation |
Provides the best and the smoothest data input, selection, and key navigation styles on the market. These can also be easily adapted by end users in a short period of time. |
| Excellent documentation |
True DBInput includes an extensive manual and on-line help with plenty of samples and tutorials. |
| Responsive technical support |
Free technical support via e-mail. Product updates, sample programs, and answers to frequently asked questions are also available from the ComponentOne Web site at http://www.componentone.com/. |
| Free run time distribution |
No royalty fees required. |