Convert Unit Command

Tools > Convert Unit ...

The Convert Unit command allows the user to enter a value for a numeric field in a unit other than the currently displayed unit of measure. It can also be used to view values in other units of measure.

For more information on units of measure see the Unit Systems topic.

To access the Convert Unit dialog box, select a field containing a numeric value.
Follow the menu path: Tools > Convert Unit ...

Shortcut Methods: Select a field containing a numeric value and click the button. Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut F4.

The Convert [Unit Class name] Unit dialog box appears. This dialog displays the unit class of the currently selected field. For example, if a MD (measured depth) field is selected then the title on the dialog would read Convert Depth, Distances, Heights Units.

The selected fields entry appears in the Value field and the current unit of measure will be highlighted in the Unit field.
Select the unit of measure for the value to be entered from the Unit list and enter the value in the Value field.
For example, a data entry form is currently displaying Depth, Distances, Heights in meters. A users values have been recorded in feet. This person can enter the values in feet using the Convert Units command and the values will automatically be displayed in meters in the application.

Note: The number of decimal places accepted by the Value field is dictated by the Precision field in the Unit System Editor.

Click OK. The new value is entered into the field in the currently displayed unit of measure. To stop the operation without making changes to the current value in the field click Cancel.