> ## Marking complete records

> An important part of managing a database is checking to make sure that records have

> been completely filled-in. AudBase simplifies this process by allowing administrators to create data entry checklists that scan for completeness whenever users try to save a record. In cases where checklists are optional, administrators can set up saved searches to find all incomplete records. They can then use the built-in Internal Mail or e-mail to send reminders to people who should complete the records.

> However, sometimes a record is as complete as it will ever be and the data manager will want to exclude it from a search for incomplete records. To mark a record as complete, the administrator can use the Completed checkbox on many of the forms in AudBase. Checking this option adds a "true" value to the Boolean field called Completed_Record in the respective table, allowing you to exclude these records from a search.