3 Replies Latest reply on Apr 14, 2011 6:09 AM by chateauK

live link to external file

chateauK Apr 8, 2011 12:44 PM

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one of my FM database tables has project info. I also have cut sheets on each project in PDF format stored on our network. I'd like to add a field to the project table and in that field have a live link to each appropriate PDF file. How do I program the field to accept a link to where a user would click on it and it would open this PDF file?

Thanks so much!

1. Re: live link to external file

philmodjunk Apr 8, 2011 12:47 PM (in response to chateauK)

Make that field a container field. Use insert file to insert the PDF file and use the "store by reference" option. When you double click this file, it will open the PDF. Make sure that your PDF files are stored on a shared directory and that all your database users can map to and mount this shared directory in exactly the same way so that they can also open and view the PDF.
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2. Re: live link to external file

chateauK Apr 11, 2011 11:42 AM (in response to chateauK)

Thank you. I can't wait to try this!
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chateauK Apr 14, 2011 6:09 AM (in response to chateauK)

Just wanted to say that this worked. Thank you!
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