Daybook Enterprise contains a comprehensive Macro facility for the automation of repetitive tasks. Macros can record tasks as you carry them out, or they can be programmed using a Macro language. The Macros Palette is used to control the recording of Macros, while there is a special screen where they can be edited or created.

To investigate the power of Macros further, take a look at some sample macros or check out our Macros Reference guide.

Macros Manager - The Macros Manager is brought up using the option on the Volumes Menu.

Macro Manager

It is possible to force a Macro to be run on saving a record. Such a Macro is termed a "Data entry Macro". When a record is saved, Daybook will search for a macro with a specific macro code, and will run it if found. That code should consist of the word "Accept" (including trailing space) followed by the File number of the File to which the record belongs.

For example, such a macro for the Sales Orders table would have "Accept 24" as its code. Data entry macros will be run if they exist and if the this check box for the current user is switched on. It is also possible to create macros that operate before creating a record, before viewing an existing record and after modifying individual fields: such macros will also only be run if this check box is switched on for the current user.

Full details can be found in the manuals section on our website.