Copy Record/Request
 
Purpose 
Copies the values of a record or find request to the Clipboard.
See also 
Copying and moving data in records
Creating scripts to automate tasks
Format 
Copy Record/Request
Options 
None.
Compatibility 
 
Where the script step runs 
Supported 
FileMaker Pro 
Yes 
FileMaker Server scheduled script 
Yes 
FileMaker Go 
Yes 
Custom Web Publishing 
No 
FileMaker WebDirect 
No 
Runtime solution 
Yes 
Originated in 
FileMaker Pro 6.0 or earlier
Description 
Text fields are copied in tab-delimited format, without styles, in the order they appear in the record layout. Text in container fields is also copied. (This script step is equivalent to choosing Copy from the Edit menu when there is no active field.)
Notes
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Contents that you cut or copy to the Clipboard are accessible to other applications.
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When using the Copy Record/Request step with repeating fields, FileMaker Pro inserts the group separator character between each repetition. You can use a text editor to replace these characters with another delimiter such as a tab or space.
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Any fields located in popovers are ignored when you copy records.
Example 1 
Copies the contents of the current record and displays a custom dialog.
Copy Record/Request
Show Custom Dialog ["You can now paste the current record in your spreadsheet software."]
Related topics 
Script steps reference (alphabetical list)
Script steps reference (category list)
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