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How can I change information about my account (such as username, grade etc…)
How can I change the information about a book I previously added to the database?
How can I search for a book I previously added to the database?
How can I sort my book list that is displayed on the “My Books” screen?
What are the system requirements?
MyReadingLog can run on Windows XP SP2 or higher. The software is not supported on the Mac platform. You also need either the free runtime version of Microsoft Access 2007 or the full commercial version. Depending on how you acquired MyReadingLog, the runtime version of Microsoft Access may already be included in the installation package.
Support for VISTA will be added in future MyReadingLog releases.
1. The software can be started by double-clicking on the MyReadingLog icon that was added to your desktop during installation.
2. Or, in Windows XPà click StartàAll Programs à MyReadingLog
Should I install the Access 2007 Runtime if I already have the full Access 2007 installed on my computer?
No. If you already have the full version Access 2007 installed on your computer, you must not install the runtime version.
For additional information about dual Access 2007 installs, see this Microsoft article kb825941.
Can Access 2007 Runtime co-exist with an older version of Access currently installed on my computer?
Yes, they can co-exist. When you switch between versions, the system automatically reconfigures itself for the appropriate version.
For additional information about dual Access 2007 installs, see this Microsoft article kb825941.
1. From the Signin screen, click “Add a new user”
2. Fill in all of the information being requested
3. Click “Submit”
4. After successfully adding the new user, you will be returned to the Signin screen. Click the drop-down box to select the new user name to Signin.
How many
different accounts can I add?
The fully lisenced version of this system does not set a limit as to number of accounts you can add. However, the current capacity of your computer’s hard drive could impact how much space is available to MyReadingLog. The trial version limits you to 3 user accounts.
How can
I change information about my account (such as username, grade etc…)?
1. Click “User Info” on the left navigation pane.
2. A new “Change User Information” screen will appear.
3. Change any field provided.
3. Click “Submit” to save your changes or “Cancel” to discard the changes made.
***Caution – deleting an account
is irreversible. If you delete an account, you also delete all of the information previously entered about books read.***
1. From the main Home screen, click “Delete User”.
2. The system will ask you to confirm if you really want to delete this user. Click “Yes” if you are sure, or “No” to cancel.
3. If you clicked “Yes”, the operation will be completed and the system will automatically logoff.
How can
I add a book to my database?
1. From the main Home screen, click the “Add A Book” link on the left navigation pane.
2. Fill in the information being requested on the “Add A Book” screen.
3. Click on the “Save” button above the “Add A Book” screen label.
Note: The system will not allow you to enter the same book twice for the same user.
How can
I delete a book from my database?
1. From the main Home screen, click the “Book List” link on the left navigation panel.
2. Locate the book you want to delete. If the book is not listed on the screen, use the search utility (click here for search instructions).
3. Click in the book title field to select the book you want.
4. Click the “Delete” link on the “Book List” screen. Follow the guided instructions.
How can
I change the information about a book I previously added to the database?
1. From the main Home screen, click the “Book List” link on the left navigation panel.
2. Locate the book you want to change. If the book is not listed on the screen, use the search utility (click here for search instructions).
3. Click in the book title field to select the book you want.
4. Click the “EDIT” link on the “Book List” screen.
5. Change any field that you desire:
To save your changes, click “Save”.
To clear your changes and restore the original values to the fields, click “Reset”
To exitthe “Update Book Information” screen, click “Close”
How can
I search for a book I previously added to the database?
1. From the main Home screen, click “Book List” on the left navigation pane.
2. If not already selected, click in the Title field of any book to activate the search toolbar.
2. Click “Search” on the top tool bar
3. When the Find window pops up, type in the name of the book you want in the “Find What” box.
4. Click “Find Next”.
5. If book is found, it will be highlighted on the screen. Otherwise, a message will be displayed which states that the book was not found.
How can
I sort my book list that is displayed on the “My Books” screen?
1. From the main Home screen, click “Book List” on the left navigation panel.
2. Click “AZ Sort Ascending” button on the top tool bar.
3. The lists will be sorted in ascending order by Book Title.
4. Click “ZA Sort Descending” button on the top tool bar 5.
5. The lists will be sorted in descending order by Book Title.
What kinds of reports are available
in MyReadingLog?
There are 3 reports available. The Reading Sheet, Book List and Book Count Summary reports.
1. Reading Sheet. The reading sheet prints a list of books that were read between the dates selected in the “Beginning Date” and “Ending Date” fields on the blue Print Options screen. This report includes the title of the book and the award indicator. Award books are listed first followed by the non-award books.
2. Book List. The book list prints a list of books that were read between the dates selected in the “Beginning Date” and “Ending Date” fields on the blue Print Options screen. It includes the title of the book, date read, author name, and award indicator. The report is sorted in alphabetical order by book title.
3. Book Count Summary. The book count summary prints a count of books read. It summarizes the results by month and year. Books are not selected based on date, it counts every book for the current user.
How can
I print reports from MyReadingLog?
1. From the main Home screen, click “Reading Log” on the left navigation panel.
2. Enter a beginning date for your report. You may click on the Calendar icon located to the left of the Beginning Date field to display an interactive calendar.
3. Enter an ending date for your report. You may click on the Calendar icon located to the left of the Ending Date field to display an interactive calendar.
4. Click the “Reading Sheet” button or the “Book List” button to display the respective reports. NOTE: you may display a Book Count Report by simply clicking the “Book Count Report” button, the beginning and ending dates do not apply to this report.
5. While the report is being previewed, you can either view or print.
To print, click on the Printer icon located near the top of the screen. Then follow the guided instructions.
To view, click the magnifying glass with the plus sign in the middle to zoom in or zoom out. If there is more than 1 page, you may use the left and right arrow located in the bottom left of the document preview screen.
6. To stop previewing the report, click the red “Close Preview” button located beneath the Printer icon. You will be taken back to the blue “Print Options” screen
How many
books can I log in my database?
The system does not set a limit as to the number of books you can add. There are many factors that will affect the total number of books can be logged in the database. For example, a book with a short note field filled in will take up less space than a book with a longer note field filled. In general, the system can hold millions of book entries. However, the current capacity of your computer’s hard drive could impact how much space is available to MyReadingLog.
How long will the system store my books?
The system stores books indefinitely. However, you can manually delete a book from the ”Book List” screen. Or, you can manually delete a User, which also deletes all of the books belonging to that User.
How can I get additional help?
1. “Mouse-over” help. The system is equipped with a feature called “mouse-over” text. This feature allows you to place your mouse over any field for approximately 2 seconds and informational text will be displayed. Note: do not click the mouse, just place the mouse over the field or link to receive informational text.
2. Online support. Go to the vendor support website at www.triedgesoftware.com and follow the links on the support page. You will find more recent FAQ content there. Or, you may send an email to read@triedgesoftware.com.
If sending an email, please include the following pieces of information:
Go to www.triedgesoftware.com and follow the links on the support page.
This message is usually an indication that you have multiple versions of Microsoft Office installed on your computer. You will receive this message if you open MyReadingLog (which is based on Microsoft Access 2007) and then open another application on your computer that is based on another version of Microsoft Office (or vice versa). Its Microsoft's way of "switching" between Office versions.
You should allow the configuration to complete. For more information, see this Microsoft article kb825941.
This usually occurs because the MS Office logo on the top left corner of the screen is "activated" the first time MyReadingLog is launched for any Windows account. The continuous flashing utilizes excessive cpu cycles, and may lead to a slower system.
To deactivate the MS Office logo and stop the continuous flashing of the logo, perform the following actions:
This action only needs to be performed one time on each Windows account that you intend to run MyReadingLog.
How can I find the version of my operating system?
To find the version of your operating system, follow the step-by-step instructions below:
How can I find the version of MyReadingLog that is installed on my computer?
To find the version of MyReadingLog that is installed on your computer, follow the step-by-step instructions below:
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