So i've sent a tablet pc into the field (really,

[Paqman]

So i've sent a tablet pc into the field (really, really into the field) for some field core logging. So far, things have been going well, we're using a geological database program (SQL based, with MS access offline data entry client) called acQuire and for the last week, we're receiving good results. My question is..

Why isn't there a number pad on the TIP?? Is there a way to configure the tip to display a number pad only?

I ask because i've refined the data input interface to a point where everything is either a drop down list (through built in DB validation) or numbers. The only field that needs to be "typed" is a comments box.

The machine in question is a fujitsu 5022D with an otterbox shell.

If this project is successful, it will usher in a new era of geological/geotechnical corelogging. Industries will unite! scientists and engineers will rejoice! and tabletPC will finally have a well deserved place in the mining industry!

[Robert Carnegie]

Go third-party. Compact software number pad solutions include an optional layout for Click-N-Type, as well as Fitaly and probably MessagEase and I'm sure I was thinking of something else. Oh, I got it - OrangeGuava's spe******ed write-on keys and forms (www.orangeguava.com). And Windows PowerPro, which can park a keypad in a toolbar (subject to testing), and QuicKeys can do that too (but doesn't keep up with high-speed "typing" on my elderly first-generation slate), and I have a prototype of a script for AutoHotkey to punt a toolbox (specifically Fitaly) next to the field holding the text cursor (actually next to the cursor) whenever the pen cursor is an I-beam: a refinement would be to auto-hide the toolbox. If I can help...?

[sumocat]

The 10-key configuration number pad is accessible in the writing pad or character pad mode of the TIP. Just switch modes and click on the "num" button.

[Trev]

Pic of what sumocat is talking about

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[willem]

Ouch, never looked good enough! this hurts! that is: my ego thanks Trev

[Trev]

I forgot it was there to be honest.

Props to sumocat for reminding me.

[Paqman]

nice.

I will write up a memo and send it up to site tomorrow morning! (or right now.. ):D

The biggest issues we're having thus far is the entry of numbers.