[SOLVED] how, in excel, can i generate a number, eg consecutive order nos

[Verity55]

I would like to be able to input information and for the database to generate
a unique 'order number' to make sure the system remains intact - less
opportunity for human error!

[Paul B]

Verity55, have a look here,
http://www.mcgimpsey.com/excel/udfs/sequentialnums.html

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"Verity55" <Verity55@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> I would like to be able to input information and for the database to
generate
> a unique 'order number' to make sure the system remains intact - less
> opportunity for human error!