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Set (next) focus on TextEditBox

Hello

I want to automate entring numbers in a window manually or by a barcode scanner and create a certain flow for inputs.

The idea would be to enter the next object as a parameter like:

teb = text edit box("example",set width(160),set nlines(1),<<setscript(my_expr),<<nextObj(XYZ)) 

or by the command <<setfocus() for MouseBox

This would make it possible to design a flow through the boxes and re-focus on the box itself when a series of inputs are needed (like the << restore focus after click(1) for ButtonBox).

5 Comments
Ryan_Gilmore
Community Manager
Status changed to: Archived
We are archiving this request. If this is still important please comment with additional details and we will reopen. Thank you!
jthi
Super User

I think this request is still relevant if JMP17 doesn't offer this functionality. I have also made wish list item with wider scope Allow SetFocus to be used with interactive display elements (TextEditBox, Button...) 

Mauro_Gerber
Level IV

Thank you @jthi , I still hope this get's implemented in  JMP18.

hogi
Level XIII
Status changed to: Acknowledged

Thank you for the feedback. I am reopening this request.