Entering data in records
In Browse mode, you add information in a database file by entering data in records. You can:
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type information into fields using your computer keyboard.
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enter preset data from a value list.
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copy and paste data, or insert special information into a field.
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copy and paste images, QuickTime movies, and insert files (such as word processing files or PDF files) into container fields.
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use drag and drop to move data between fields, from one file to another, or from another application. See Moving text and data with drag and drop.
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import data. See Saving and sending records in other formats.
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use lookups or relationships to copy or display data from other database files.
Note  If you're working with a database that doesn't have any records, you must create a record before entering data.
Topics in this section
Selecting a field in Browse mode or Find mode
Entering and changing data in fields
Moving text and data with drag and drop
Exporting the contents of a field
Working with data in date fields
Entering Japanese Emperor Year dates
Conversion of dates with two-digit years
Working with data in time fields
Committing data in records
Using URLs in a field
Copying and moving data in records
Entering preset data from a value list
Restoring data in records
Using a field index
Inserting the current date or other variables into a field
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