Can a custom error message be displayed if a calculated field exceeds a certain amount?

  • DThalasitis
    Asked on May 7, 2015 at 8:15 PM

    I have a calculated field in my form that adds up numbers entered in 8 separate fields.  I would like to display an error message if the calculation exceeds 100.

  • Ashwin JotForm Support
    Replied on May 8, 2015 at 1:27 AM

    Hello DThalasitis,

    Yes it is possible to achieve your requirement. 

    Here are the steps you should follow:

    #1. Add a "Text" field in your form to display the desired error message.

    #2. Add condition in your form to check the calculated value and display the error message if it is equal to or exceeds 100. Please check the screenshot below:

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    Hope this helps.

    Do get back to us if you have any questions.

    Thank you!