You should know that IF THEN calculations are not only possible in FRx, you can use them in both the row and the column. In the Row, use a CAL format code, then place your IF THEN statement in column D Related Rows. In the column, use a CALC column type, then place your IF … [Read more...]
Archives for 2008
FRx Training Manual is Ready
I've just finished writing FRx in 8 Hours—Introduction. It is a downloadable self-study tutorial, so you can begin learning immediately. For more information and cost, see FRx in 8 Hours—Introduction. … [Read more...]
FRx Shortcut Keys
One of my favorites—the F3 key will drop down a box. Use it instead of a mouse. The F3 key works the same as clicking the dropdown box with the mouse. While I'd really encourage you to memorize Format Codes and not use the dropdown box at all, you can use F3 throughout … [Read more...]
New FRx SP10 Allows Red Negative Numbers
FRx SP10 came out in late March 2008. It brings the option to use red for negative numbers at all detail levels. How to do that? In the catalog, go to the Report Options tab, then the Formatting tab, and it's the last checkbox in the list. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
How to Snag a Sample Report from the FRx Demo Company
Shorten your FRx report creation time by starting with a demo report. FRx comes with a demo company called FW, or Fabrikam. Fabrikam uses the FRxDemo spec set. A spec set is simply a grouping of reports. Each FRx company points to a single spec set. Anyway, the FRxDemo spec set … [Read more...]