Get(ActiveSelectionSize)

Returns a number representing how many characters are selected.

Format 

Parameters 

None

Data type returned 

number

Originated in 

FileMaker Pro 7.0

Description 

Returns 0 if there is no selection.

Notes 

•In FileMaker WebDirect, this function is not supported and returns an empty string.

•In FileMaker Go, this function may return an inaccurate value if the selected text is in a concealed edit box.

Example 1 

Returns 4 when 4 characters are selected.

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