A Real number field may contain any rational value that can be represented by the platform OS. Real numbers can participate in numeric expressions, calculations, and functions.

Real values are displayed and exported using a decimal point determined based on locale.

Advanced Parameters

Default Value — By default, there is no default value. If a default value is specified, it becomes the default for when an entry is created

Calculator — Add a calculator button to assist during entry/edit Thousands separators — Display value with spaces (or platform locale-based setting?) inserted to signify thousands Unit of measure (Mobile release 4+ only) — Maintain the unit of measure. Prompt the user during entry/edit for the unit of measure, including conversion between units of measure. Indicate the unit of measure in the display of values.

Display Options

Use in calendar as — Define field's use vis-a-vis the calendar

• None
• Duration in minutes
• Duration in hours