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search from a list of values and defined output

Hi there,
I've created a database containing student file information (ID, missing items) and would like students to search by ID rather than calling.

I'd prefare if the table is be hidden and all what the page has is a text box (to enter ID) and a search botton.

Missing items are as follow (copy of passport, copy of Highschool cert, and a photograph)

desired output messages are as follow
1. Yes you do have a complete file, Thank You
2. You do have a file, but it's missing (one or more of the missing items described above)
3. Sorry, you don't have a file. click here to download the form

thanks

red010knight

What interface coding are you using? PHP? Perl? other?..
What database are you using? MySQL? ORacle? other?..

Without those it'll be hard for anyone to really tell you the code, but the basic steps you are looking for is:
1>Have a type in page for the ID
2>The page is reloaded and if ID has been entered it
A>select data from table where studentID ='s entered ID
B> Display the messages

You may also consider adding the option of - Sorry that ID was not recognized, you entered ______ ID if that is correct then click here to download the form.

Or something like that.
Enjoy
Red010Knight

omanca

ASKER

there is still no interface. I know HTML only.
database is MS Access, and all data stored in one table.
(number for ID, and check boxes for missing items)

I have no experience in programming.

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PS this is where you will need to go if you elect to seek help along the MS Access route:

https://www.experts-exchange.com/Databases/MS_Access/

Good Luck,
Red010Knight

omanca

ASKER

I found a java script that will do the job.

Thanks