Changing Default Auto-Capitalization Settings

By default, Theatre Manager automatically changes the capitalization of some words typed into fields. For example, only the first letter of last names are capitalized, as are company names, regardless of how they are typed in. There may be times where you need to change the default setting for a field.

To change the default auto-capitalization setting for a field, you perform the following steps:

On a MAC:

1. Type the word into the field with the capitalization you want to display.

   For example: MacDonald

2. Press option+tab.

   The cursor moves to the next field and your capitalization remains. Or Press option and click to the next database field with your mouse.

   For example: MacDonald instead of Macdonald

On a PC:

1. Type the word into the field with the capitalization you want to display.

   For example: MacDonald

2. Press ctrl+Click into the next field.

   Your capitalization remains.

   For example: MacDonald instead of Macdonald

If necessary, you can change the default auto-capitalization settings for all fields.

It is strongly recommended users maintain the auto-capitalization default. This preserves the 'standardization' of name and address data. If the default setting is changed, all users - including employees and patrons using the online interface - will be able to enter information in an incorrect manner.(no capitalization for anything, all caps for everything, etc.)

To change the default setting for all fields:

1. Choose Setup >> System Preferences >> Edits tab.

   

2. Change the Auto-Capitalize drop down box to your desired setting.

Never Capitalize will never auto-capitalize words

First Time will auto capitalize words the first time they are typed in, but not when they are edited after the first time

Except for Option-Tab will auto capitalize words except when the methods described above are used

Always Capitalize will always auto capitalize words