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| input mask | A set of placeholder characters that force you to enter data in a specific format. |
| multivalued field | A field that allows you to select more than one value from a list. |
| properties | Controls the appearance or behavior characteristics for objects and related parts like fields and controls. |
| Quick Start field | A predefined set of characteristics and properties that describe a field, including a field name, a data type, and a number of other field properties. |
| validation rule | An expression that limits the values that can be entered in the field. |
| validation text | The text in the error message that appears when users violate a validation rule. |
| zero-length string | A string that contains no characters and is used to indicate that you know no value exists for a field. |
| Blank Form tool | Creates a new blank form in Layout view. |
| common filters | Popular filters available as context menu commands, depending on the type and values of the field. |
| filter | A tool that creates a blank form similar to the original; useful for filtering on several fields in a form or to find a specific record. |
| filter by form | A tool that creates a new blank form in Design view. |
| Form tool | A tool that creates a simple form that includes all the fields from the underlying data source. |
| Form Wizard | A form-building tool that allows you to choose the form fields, style, and layout. |
| Theme | A predefined combination of colors and fonts that you can select for a form or report. |
