Disable typing of non-numeric characters for numeric item

Hi,
For numeric fields, Oracle Forms checks the entry after the user tries to move out of the item.
But, the requirement is to disable the typing of non-numeric keys when entering data in a numeric item.
pls tell me how to achieve this..
regards,
Asim.

Hi Asim,
You can achieve this by using a PJC (or else you could try using some PL/SQL Code in the KEY-PRESSED Trigger or so.. but not sure).
There is a demo available on OTN on how to achive this using PJC
http://www.oracle.com/technology/sample_code/products/forms/index.html
You could see a Key Filter demo under JavaBeans/PJC Samples (all available as part of the Forms demos).
HTH.
Regards,
Arun

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