Colibri uses 2 types of combo fields (lists). In both types of combos, selecting an item can be done using the basic method: navigating through the items with the cursor keys, or opening the list and selecting an item.

Non-editable Combos – Called “internal combos,” with fixed predefined values ​​and containing a small number of elements. (Ex: Article Registration -> Type)

Editable Combos – Called “table combos,” where all tables defined in the Application Parameters are loaded, ORDERED by code. (Ex: Article Registration -> VAT Rate)

2a) SEARCH in the COMBO

Due to the possibility of a large number of elements, a search feature in the combo (auto-complete) has been implemented. To do this, just type the CODE so that the elements “STARTING WITH” are filtered in the list. The resulting list can be navigated. This feature covers most needs.

NOTE: In some cases (especially in network environments), it is possible that the combos are not up to date. In this case, you can manually force a combo reload by pressing the SPACEBAR key.

2b) SEARCH in the TABLE

If a more complex search is needed, there is another implemented feature that can be used whenever the combo field to be searched IS SELECTED. When accessing Preferences (either via keyboard, menu, or icon bar), the field is automatically detected, and the respective TABLE is automatically located and opened, with the cursor positioned in the QUICK SEARCH box.

NOTE: It is not possible to “copy” the selected item from a Preferences table to any screen (view) of the application. This type of search serves only as an alternative (more complete) way to find the desired CODE.