Data Types represent the format of the Fields and must be chosen appropriately in order to complete the process of inserting a new Field.

DATA TYPES CONTENTS:
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String
Number
Currency
Memo
Image
Date
Time
Date & Time
Boolean

The Data Types are chosen within the Form Editor by highlighting the desired Field then clicking on the DataField icon (on the right with the 3 dots).

The Add, Remove and Modify Fields Dialog Box (AKA Contact Table) is displayed.  At this point, you can either choose an existing Field by highlighting it, or click on Add Field button as shown.

If you chose to add a field, the Field Definition Dialog Box will display.  Enter a name for the Data Field you are creating or editing, and then choose the appropriate Field Data Type from the drop down menu and click OK.