Calculation field default result values not being recognized

  • Deralict
    Asked on February 24, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    On my form I have several calculation fields that calculate a value based on the values of other form controls. All form controls, including the calculation fields have been setup with a default value.

    The default values of the calculation fields are not being recognized when the form loads--each is just blank.

  • Mike
    Replied on February 24, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    The 'default result' value is different from 'default value' on text boxes and other fields. It is usually used to add some fixed value for further operations.

    If you would like to populate the BMI calculation field with 25 value, you can:

    - Disable 'Wait for input before including the field in calculation' option.

    Calculation field default result values not being recognized Image 1 Screenshot 40

    - Then, change the default (selected) height to 6’3”.

    Calculation field default result values not being recognized Image 2 Screenshot 51

    The form will calculate the BMI when you load it.

    Calculation field default result values not being recognized Image 3 Screenshot 62

    Please feel free to contact us if you need any further assistance.

  • Deralict
    Replied on February 24, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    Great, that did it. Thanks.

  • Elton Support Team Lead
    Replied on February 24, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    On behalf of my colleague, you're welcome.

    Feel free to contact us again should you have more questions.

    Thank you!

  • cafont
    Replied on April 17, 2015 at 1:47 PM

    Hi, sorry for my poor english.

    i need to make a bmi form for a client.

    Can you help me, sharing your form?

    Thanks and have a nice day!!!

     

    Claudio

  • BJoanna
    Replied on April 17, 2015 at 2:55 PM

    I have moved your question to the separate thread http://www.jotform.com/answers/554519 

     

    and we will provide you an answer there shortly.