>I did not, do not, and will not >intend to disparage XREFs. 'Cos I'm sure that they're powerful >tools, which is why from time to time I try (honest) get shot >down in flames and fall back on what works for me. > >jonathan Fair 'nuff. However, next time you try, ask before going down in flames. It's really as simple as arrays + handles = XREF@. 0"0 =J= a y "