To change the font characteristics of a data field or text field on a form

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You can change the default font that appears on every non-customized form by choosing Default Fonts from the File menu, or by clicking the Forms button that appears in the Reports & Forms view of the Preferences window. See To change the font characteristics of all data fields or text fields on all non-customized forms for a step-by-step procedure.

You can change the font characteristics for more than one field on a form by using the SHIFT key. See To change the font characteristics of several data fields or text fields on a form for a step-by-step procedure.

The customize window for the form you wish to customize should be displayed (To find the Customize window).

  1. Double-click the field you want to change. The Field Information window appears.
  2. Make your choices in the Justify, Font, Size and Style fields in this window.
  3. Click OK.