How to test for empty textbox 1

[srast]

Hello all;
I have a form (in Access 2000) where the user should enter a date. I need to ensure the user didn't leave the box empty. I did a Degug.print on this control when it is empty, and it returns Null. Yet, when I do If Me.shipDate = Null Then ..., it doesn't execute the Then part, meaning, it is returning false for the if test. Why? And how can I successfully test for an empty textbox?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Steve

 

[FancyPrairie]

In the BeforeUpdate event of the text box, add this code (I believe your syntax was incorrect).

Private Sub Text0_BeforeUpdate(Cancel As Integer)

If (IsNull(Text0)) Then
MsgBox "Null"
Cancel = True
End IF

End Sub

 

[srast]

FancyPrarie:
Thanks! Your syntax is correct. (I should have known that one.)
I appreciate the help!
Steve