Did you know that you can specify the default data binding for new subforms in the “Tools menu > Options dialog > Data Binding panel”?

 

The default setting is “Normal” which means that all new subforms you insert from the Object Library with have their “Object palette > Binding tab > Default Binding property” set to “Normal” which means implicit binding using the subform’s name.

Setting this to “None” will result in all new subforms having a default binding of “None” which means they don’t participate in data binding by default. Since subforms are often needed purely for form layout, I find it’s safer to use this setting because I know inserting new subforms will not affect any bindings I have already setup in my form. (While it’s true that unnamed subforms don’t participate in data binding, I always name my subforms for clarity and scripting purposes so setting the binding to “None” ensures they don’t mess with data binding unless I want them to.)

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Posted by Stefan Cameron on April 23rd, 2009
Filed under Data Binding,Designer,Tips,XFA

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The Adobe Forums have finally received a long-awaited update. Here are some of new feature highlights I was told about:

• Integration of Adobe ID for true single sign on to all Forums;
• Updated look and feel, more consistent with other forum systems;
• Email participation, including starting a new discussion and alerts; and
• RSS feeds for many parts of the forum (topics, users, announcements, etc.).

Rest assured, this does not change my blog mission, however if you have previously used the forums to search for other LiveCycle, Acrobat or Reader tips and tricks, it’ll make your life much easier!

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Posted by Stefan Cameron on April 6th, 2009
Filed under Acrobat,Designer,General,LiveCycle

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