Can't write to array from global string

[Filip]

I need to transfer content of ~50 global strings into an array in perfect order (each of them goes into a specific field); but when I try to write a string to a certain field using the content of a global string, I get a syntax error telling me to enter an alphanumerical combination. Why is this even happening and is there a way around this?

[ProdigyX]

Alphanumerical combination means that

1. You are trying to use a number in a string field
2. You are trying to use a string in a number field
3. You have both numbers and strings in the expression editor

Screen Pic or type the code you are trying to use here

[Pineapple]

If you're not using it already, you need to use the Val function.

Example: Val( Global String A )

This converts the string (which is text) into an actual number.

[ProdigyX]

If you're not using it already, you need to use the Val function.

Example: Val( Global String A )

This converts the string (which is text) into an actual number.

This only apply if the Global String is literally a number such as '5654' or '131' and you are trying to save this number. If it is a non numerical string, only 0 will be saved.
Another thing that may be messing this up is that you are using "Write Value" when you should be using "Write String" or vice versa

[Filip]

Yes, some strings contain text. I need one single array which can hold both text and numbers only. Is this possible?

[ProdigyX]

Text arrays can hold numbers (converted to text) and strings, but as it was previously said, the Val(<non numerical string>) = 0. So unless you have a method for detecting which strings are numerical and which aren't then you will encounter issues later.

[Filip]

When I go to write=>write string to X,Y and type Val(name of a strictly numerical string), I get "mixed strings with numbers".

[ProdigyX]

http://xable.us/expression-editor-basics.php

This may provide better insight for you.

In short, "Write string" means what is in the expression editor has to be a string. "Write Value" means that it has to be a number. What Pineapple said only works if you are trying to "Write Value" with a string

[J3sseM]

Whoa that's brilliant tutorial! Been looking something like that.

Thanks again ProdigyX!

- Jesse

[Filip]

I think I understand how things are done now I will give it a shot when I'm back from work and see how it goes Thank you very much for helping me!