Chapter 13 Using Formulas and Custom Functions
In this chapter
Choosing a Formula Language: Crystal Versus Basic Syntax 306
Using Brackets in Formulas 307
Using Characters in Formulas 308
Recent Improvements to Formulas 308
Crystal Reports in the Real World—Custom Functions 314
Introduction
This chapter explores the use of advanced formulas and functions to accomplish many mundane and repetitive tasks. Also, you will look at how the formulas and functions can help alleviate redundancy in report design.
Whereas Chapter 4, “Understanding and Implementing Formulas,” focused on the basics of formulas, this chapter focuses on some lesser known facts and tricks to make formula work more productive as well as less repetitive.
Choosing ...
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