edit a barcode in properties of report

[MICKI0220]

I have a barcode that the control property is set to the itemname. in order for this system I have to read the bar code, it needs to have an asterick in front and in back of the itemname.....can I just edit the control property to include it? For example I tried this in the control property of my barcode text box

= '*' & itemname & '*'

Can someone tell me a better way to do this or give me the correct syntax?

 

[MICKI0220]

never mind....it worked after all.