FORM SET DYNAMICLIST

Dynamic Multi-Column List Box: Elevate Your Data Presentation

What is it?

Our Dynamic Multi-Column List Box is a versatile tool designed to display large datasets in a clean, organized, and interactive manner. Perfect for web applications that require efficient data handling and presentation.

Key Features

Dynamic Data Loading: Fetches data on demand from your database, ensuring that the information displayed is always current and accurate.
Multi-Column Support: Display multiple columns of data, each with customizable headings and content.
User-Friendly Formatting:
- Text Fields: Left-justified for easy reading.
- Numeric Fields: Centered for a balanced look.
- Column Headings: Always left-justified for consistency.
Adjustable Column Widths: Easily modify column widths to fit your data perfectly using the $tocharacter(<fieldname>, length) function.
Interactive Scrolling: Supports both horizontal and vertical scrolling, allowing users to navigate through large datasets effortlessly.

Technical Implementation

Syntax:

FORM SET DYNAMICLIST <formfield> FROM <setname>
FORMAT <expression1> [HEADING <expression2>]
[<expression1_n> [HEADING <expression2_n>]]

Parameters:

formfield: The form field in your web application, set up as a dynamic multi-column list box.
expression1: The content for the first column.
expression2: The heading for the first column.
expression1_n: The content for the nth column.
expression2_n: The heading for the nth column.

Example Use Case

Imagine you want to display a list of customers with their first and last names in a form called myform that includes a dynamic list box named dynalist. Here’s how you can set it up:

find all customers -> custset

form set dynamiclist myform.dynalist from custset format firstname lastname heading "SurName"

This setup will dynamically load and display the first and last names of all customers, with “SurName” as the heading for the last name column.

Why Choose Our Dynamic Multi-Column List Box?

Efficiency: Handles large datasets without compromising performance.
Flexibility: Customizable to fit your specific data presentation needs.
User Experience: Enhances user interaction with smooth scrolling and adjustable columns.

Upgrade your data presentation with our Dynamic Multi-Column List Box and provide your users with a seamless and interactive experience.