Link two list boxes with same dimension

[Anonymous]

This sounds like a silly question but I have a real application.

For one of my dimensions I want to have a static list of options to chose from. Then I want another list box that has all the remaining possible selections.  This box is formatted differently (smaller font, etc) than the main listbox and would be used less frequently.  Technically one should be able to make several selections in both boxes if so desired.

Problem: Making a selection in one box wipes out the selection in the other box.

Not sure if there is a solution that includes me keeping both boxes but would really like it if there was.

[ramoncova06]

yes you could, though you might need to create another state, it really depends in what you want

[Anonymous]

I think I have been approaching this problem from the wrong angle.

I'm going to try and create variables related to the fields I always want available and link them to buttons with triggers to select those fields.  Then, create a list box of all the other possible fields you can choose if so desired.

[ramoncova06]

I personally try to avoid triggers if possible, it can become very cumbersome, but alternate states can probably be as complex or more 

[MarcoWedel]

Hi,

maybe one solution could be:

hope this helps

regards

Marco

[Anonymous]

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!!

[ramoncova06]

just realized that the example I uploaded was not working right

[MarcoWedel]

Glad you liked it.

Please close your thread if your question is answered.

Thanks

Regards

Marco

[Anonymous · Accepted solution]

This was really close but it requires that both states have a selection.  I need it to accept either/or or both.  I suspect that is not possible given what i have learned.  Thank you everyone for providing all the great (and quick) feedback.  This site is very helpful.  Thanks again.