The not so obvious . . .
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Index to some not so obvious features of the software
   Data source field

What is the data source field used for?   ......................................

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   Sorting your collection

I want to sort my collection. Is there an easy way to do that?   ......................................

2
   Column ordering

Is there a way to change the column order after I've created my filter?   ......................................

3
   Multiple selection

What can I do with the multiple selection feature?   ......................................

4
   Different looking first column

Does the botanical name have to be in every specimen list?   ......................................

5
   The autosave feature

Do I have to press the save button every time I change something?   ......................................

6
   Printing tags

How do I add items to the list of tags to print?   ......................................

7
   Hyperlinks in the Notes area

How do the specimen links inside the Notes area work?   ......................................

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   The "specimen available" checkbox

What does the "specimen available" checkbox mean?   ......................................

9
   Printer fonts

Why does a different set of fonts show in the report layout?   ......................................

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   Report layout column widths

How do I change the width of columns when I use the report layout tool?   ......................................

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   Using color groups

How do I see all plants with flowers of a particular color?   ......................................

12
   Expanding the taxonomic checklist

Is there an easy way to expand the taxonomic checklist?   ......................................

13
   Suggested picture file location

Where are my pictures stored?   ......................................

14
   Picture previewer in front

How can I conveniently see my pictures full-sized?   ......................................

15
   Initial record limit

Why doesn't the entire list of specimen show up when I change filters?   ......................................

16
   Collection dependent customizations

I've noticed that some customizations apply to databases and others to the software in general.   ......................................

17
   Color spell-checker

How does the color spell-checker work?   ......................................

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For an index to other topics see

   Getting started

 

Last reviewed March 25, 2004   

 

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