StashMaster Glass Database - Page 17

Sallie · #**481** 2012-01-04, 10:17am

Run time version. What I'm seeing is that my computer is showing 2003 version of Office with Access AND the 2010 version without Access in the programs section. I'm wondering if the new program tried to update Access or something because I now have the Access program borders around the edges which I didn't have when I first downloaded the program. I'm thinking of checking with a computer savy friend too. It's a shame because I really like the Stash Master idea-just didn't have time to play with it when I first downloaded it. I'm sure I can get it to work, but it may take some time.

PerfectDeb · #**482** 2012-01-04, 1:11pm

maybe it updated the runtime version and screwed something up - i'd go back and download runtime again

unit of measure was one of the new features, it couldnt be that you have more than one version of stashmaster could it?

if you get really stuck, email me your stashmaster file and i'll have a look at it, sometimes all it needs is to be opened with a full version and everything resets

Mickip15 · #**483** 2012-01-07, 10:01am

I have been trying to upload this software with OpenOffice and I am definitely having issues. Is anyone able to use this software with Open Office if so, how?

Thanks for any help!!

Mickip15

PerfectDeb · #**484** 2012-01-07, 4:10pm

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Originally Posted by Mickip15

I have been trying to upload this software with OpenOffice and I am definitely having issues. Is anyone able to use this software with Open Office if so, how?

Thanks for any help!!

Mickip15

nope, the database in open office is just not good enough

you dont need it anyway, it runs from a free runtime version of MS Access

SGA · #**485** 2012-01-16, 9:33pm

SWEET! After all day of installing Parallels, Microsoft, Access and running after kids, I'm in.

Loving this Deb! Thank you so much for your time and effort.

Signguy · #**486** 2012-01-17, 12:25am

Are you still planning a Mac version? Any idea when?

Thanks!

PerfectDeb · #**487** 2012-01-17, 2:00am

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Originally Posted by Signguy

Are you still planning a Mac version? Any idea when?

Thanks!

No, I'd have to completely recreate it in different software, the best alternative is to use parallels, a few people have done this and it works fine

janetcameron · #**488** 2012-01-17, 2:37am

Does this work for Bullseye?

PerfectDeb · #**489** 2012-01-17, 3:00am

It's got EVERYTHING

Go back to the first post and there is an explanation of what is in it, but basically at the time I loaded it it included details of every type and colour of glass available

SGA · #**490** 2012-01-17, 9:05am

Deb, I'm sorry for the dumb question but it's been years since I've been on a PC for anything more than internet access at hotels.

I am using it on Access runtime. If I installed the full version, how could I use it differently? And are you still accepting gift cards, or would you rather paypal for an appreciation donation? This is worth something for all your hard work. It's amazing all on it's own.

PerfectDeb · #**491** 2012-01-17, 1:57pm

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Originally Posted by FiredCat

Deb, I'm sorry for the dumb question but it's been years since I've been on a PC for anything more than internet access at hotels.

I am using it on Access runtime. If I installed the full version, how could I use it differently? And are you still accepting gift cards, or would you rather paypal for an appreciation donation? This is worth something for all your hard work. It's amazing all on it's own.

having the full verson of Access 2010 would let you modify the database, you kinda need to know how to use Access which can be tricky for the uninitiated but worth learning IMHO - you could add features like costing etc

in saying that though, its taken me a couple of years to teach myself Access, i'm pretty familiar with DB software and i'm not stupid but Access can be really finicky and if you screw up its usually major (ask me how i know) - so make sure you keep a copy of the database separate

SGA · #**492** 2012-01-17, 2:21pm

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Originally Posted by PerfectDeb

having the full verson of Access 2010 would let you modify the database, you kinda need to know how to use Access which can be tricky for the uninitiated but worth learning IMHO - you could add features like costing etc

in saying that though, its taken me a couple of years to teach myself Access, i'm pretty familiar with DB software and i'm not stupid but Access can be really finicky and if you screw up its usually major (ask me how i know) - so make sure you keep a copy of the database separate

Ooh, yeah. I think I'm not going to do that after all.

PerfectDeb · #**493** 2012-01-17, 2:35pm

where's you sense of adventure!!?

janetcameron · #**494** 2012-01-20, 2:06am

next dumb question - if I have Office 2007 will Access 2010 have any problems? Also, if I buy it I'm getting the impression that it might be better to wait for the disk to install. Is that correct?

PerfectDeb · #**495** 2012-01-20, 2:11am

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Originally Posted by janetcameron

next dumb question - if I have Office 2007 will Access 2010 have any problems? Also, if I buy it I'm getting the impression that it might be better to wait for the disk to install. Is that correct?

nope, thats what i have and it works fine

install Access 2010 first then with it open launch the installer for StashMaster and just follow all the promps - have fun

beadsmith · #**496** 2012-01-27, 3:08am

Deb -

Thanks for all of your hard work. I just started playing around with it and love it already. However, I notice it truncates the comments field to 255 characters, even though I believe it is set up as a memo (usually virtually unlimited.) It has been a lot of years since I have used Access extensively and it is beyond me to figure out why, though I did find this link on potential reasons a memo field would truncate: http://allenbrowne.com/ser-63.html

I'd love the ability to have longer comments on my colors if it wouldn't mess something else up.

PerfectDeb · #**497** 2012-01-27, 3:19am

Hmm I thought it was a memo field - just a sec and I'll check

update:

well, there you go, the things been up for a year and you're the first person to try and put more than 255 characters in the comment field!!

i've fixed my copy, if you have Access 2010 i can tell you how to fix yours, otherwise if you email your file to me i'll fix it and send it back

debbie@perfectjewellery.com.au

beadsmith · #**498** 2012-01-27, 11:20am

I do have Access 2010 and would love to know how to fix my copy of the db. I have just enough knowledge of Access to be able to tweak things like sort fields, but this one I couldn't figure out. Do you want to post the instructions on this thread in case someone else runs into this too?

I've always wanted a database for my glass where I could put in notes on how a color plays with other glass/ colors. I'm loving this, but 255 characters just wasn't long enough for me!

SGA · #**499** 2012-01-27, 2:31pm

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Originally Posted by PerfectDeb

only if you have the full version of Access 2010 - if you want you can email me back your file and i'll update it for you

So, wait... if we're running runtime version, we have to send you our file, and then you update with the CIM info and then mail it back to us?

Nevermind.
I think my brain broke. I'm going to try to attempt installing the full version of Access and going back to update AFTER my son is no longer drugged on narcotics and is back in school.

PerfectDeb · #**500** 2012-01-27, 2:43pm

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Originally Posted by beadsmith

I do have Access 2010 and would love to know how to fix my copy of the db. I have just enough knowledge of Access to be able to tweak things like sort fields, but this one I couldn't figure out. Do you want to post the instructions on this thread in case someone else runs into this too?

I've always wanted a database for my glass where I could put in notes on how a color plays with other glass/ colors. I'm loving this, but 255 characters just wasn't long enough for me!

really easy

make sure the main form is closed

from the selection panel on the left open the table called GlassTbl in design mode, do this by right clicking and selecting design view

now go down to the field called comment third from the bottom and click on the second column, data type, you'll get a little drop down arrow to make a selection, just select memo instead of text (my stuff up)

close and save

now when you go into the field on the form it should let you put heaps of info, up to 64,000 characters i think

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Originally Posted by FiredCat

So, wait... if we're running runtime version, we have to send you our file, and then you update with the CIM info and then mail it back to us?

Nevermind.
I think my brain broke. I'm going to try to attempt installing the full version of Access and going back to update AFTER my son is no longer drugged on narcotics and is back in school.

its not a big deal, i can do it for you if you like - it depends how many changes you've made to the database as to how much i have to fiddle to add things

beadsmith · #**501** 2012-01-27, 3:30pm

Deb -

Works perfectly. Thanks!

SGA · #**502** 2012-01-27, 5:37pm

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Originally Posted by PerfectDeb

its not a big deal, i can do it for you if you like - it depends how many changes you've made to the database as to how much i have to fiddle to add things

Hey Deb,

Sadly, I haven't had a chance to sit down and really add anything to it at all. The week I installed Parallels, his tonsils took a direct nose dive.

PerfectDeb · #**503** 2012-01-27, 5:48pm

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Originally Posted by FiredCat

Hey Deb,

Sadly, I haven't had a chance to sit down and really add anything to it at all. The week I installed Parallels, his tonsils took a direct nose dive.

Well that's actually a good thing - iteans I can just send you the updated version

SGA · #**504** 2012-01-27, 6:01pm

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Originally Posted by PerfectDeb

Well that's actually a good thing - iteans I can just send you the updated version

Yay! That would be ever so appreciable.

My email is shardioneal at me dot com

PerfectDeb · #**505** 2012-01-27, 6:14pm

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Originally Posted by FiredCat

Yay! That would be ever so appreciable.

My email is shardioneal at me dot com

I won't be home till later though, so a couple of hours

Flame Ryder · #**506** 2012-01-30, 11:03am

How is the paid version coming along?

I am looking forward to the comments and pictures for twisties and select beads, etc.

Mike...

PerfectDeb · #**507** 2012-01-30, 2:55pm

its coming - actually i better pull my finger out cos thats how i'm planning to pay to get to the gathering

every time i add something i get sidetracked and add something else...then that affects some part that i have to modify which then leads to another idea and i add something else - aaarrrgggg!!!

Flame Ryder · #**508** 2012-02-02, 3:08pm

I have developed several large and complex data bases over the years and I totally undestand what you are going through.

If I can just add this little bit of functionality I will be done, then one more and one more and one more.....

PerfectDeb · #**509** 2012-02-02, 3:10pm

yep, thats it perfectly - its an obsession

DarleenMB · #**510** 2012-02-20, 3:31pm

Well darn! I just finally figured out I need Win7 to make this work. shoot. I have XP via Parallels and bootcamp. sigh.