A search bar is a simple yet universally vital element that can be added onto any form that handles data to greatly increase efficiency in locating specific data records. Over the years, many different forms of search bars with varying appearances and functionalities came into existence. One notable type is the search bar with a dropdown list. Because this form of search bar is becoming more common and that fact that 4D databases can potentially be quite large, understanding the implementation of this type of search bar is imperative.

Although 4D can create any type of search bar, this technical note will focus on a dropdown list search bar. A discussion of benefits, examples and a walk-through will be provided in this technical note. A sample database will also be provided for reference.

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