Trying to add a locality query combo box to the collection object form

[Grant]

@fergashl

I had another question regarding allowing letters in the catalog number field though. I read through a page on how to change it but I’m not sure how to do it since the directions are for Specify 6.

We recommend connecting to the database using Specify 6 and following this guide:

To Change a Catalog Number Format (other than default)

To Change a Catalog Number Format (other than default): Catalog number format is one of the few things that cannot be changed through Specify once the database has been created. In order to change the catalog number format, you have to make changes in the schema config in Specify and to several tables in MySQL. You must be logged into Specify as an admin level user and know your IT user information in order to complete the steps involved. You must also have direct access to your MySQL instanc…

You may need to work with your IT department to get your computer connected to the database server. You’ll need to copy the master key from Specify 7 to get connected!