All Input fields in CCTE utilise one of the following methods for adding or amending information
Mandatory Fields
Mandatory fields are shown in cyan (blue). The colour disappears once typing is input into the field. If all data is removed from the field it returns to the blue colouring.
Date & Time Fields
All date fields allow data to be entered in various formats – the most common is DD/MM/YY or 25/Dec/11. Dates can also be entered using the format of 25Dec11. When moving from and date field, CCTE converts the date format to the windows date setting.
All Time fields can be added in either 12 or 24 hour format. The time reverts to the selection made in the 24 hour time box on the Trip tab screen.
Data Specific Fields
Data specific fields can be identified by the use of the word Select in the message bar. These fields require data that is stored in the CCTE system tables to be used. In most cases these tables can be added to or amended by the user. In order to view the applicable table, use F12 or double click in the field to display the search window.
Free Format Fields
These fields are not related to any CCTE system tables and allow the input of any free format text. Note that certain fields may be used for document printing in which case the data prints exactly as it has been typed into the field.
Drop down List Box Fields
These fields require specific system codes to be entered. They can be recognised by the presence of a small arrow indicator appearing when the mouse is clicked in this field. Click on the arrow to display the drop-down list. Highlight the required option using the mouse and click to transpose it into the field.
Radio and Check Boxes
These fields are provided to allow for easy selection. Radio buttons only allow for one option to be chosen. Check Boxes allow for multiple options to be selected.