Free – Expressions of Grace Bonsai https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk With age comes beauty and charm Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:44:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/little-logo-75x75.png Free – Expressions of Grace Bonsai https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk 32 32 Using Your Bonsai App 4 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app-4/ https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app-4/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:22:08 +0000 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/?p=4145

In this lesson, I show you how the Bonsai Monthly Reviews work to ensure you never forget a task. I demonstrate printing off a Tree history and show you how I add or edit Action Types. I also discuss where I record tree heights and other dimensions.

Topics Covered:

Can I have a printed Bonsai History?
Creating and printing your Monthly Bonsai Tasks.
How to filter your Monthly Review tasks.
Adding or editing an Action Type.
How I include tree height.

God Bless & Happy Bonsaiing
Xavier

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How do I enter a new bonsai pot or other accessories?  In this lesson, I take you through the process of populating the Accessories Page.  I also demonstrate the method of using filters to find an item.  Inputting costs and dealing with a ‘Save Changes Message’ is also covered.

Topics Covered:

Welcome back to the Bonsai Database.
How to add a new bonsai pot.
A look at Action Costs.
Adding a Mudman figurine.
Other methods for adding accessories.
Dealing with a ‘Save changes’ message.
The Accessory Screen.
Using search filters.

God Bless & Happy Bonsaiing
Xavier

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Using Your Bonsai App 2 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app-2/ https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app-2/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:42:48 +0000 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/?p=4128

To make the Bonsai Database work efficiently you have to be diligent with the Action Log entries.  In this lesson, I demonstrate how to input new activities and how to link them to review dates.  I also show you how to adjust your screen view and give you some tips about the type of entries you should be making when you first get a tree.  Finally, I explain about multiple pictures and the importance of chronology.

Topics Covered in this Lesson:

A look at the Action Log page.
My first activity log entry.
How to alter the screen view to suit.
Using Review dates for our activity entries.
Deleting a line entry.
Loading and organising multiple pictures.

God Bless & Happy Bonsaiing
Xavier

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Using Your Bonsai App 1 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app/ https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/using-your-bonsai-app/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:19:35 +0000 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/?p=4114

These ‘step by step’ tutorials will guide you through the process of using your Microsoft Access Bonsai App.  In Lesson One I will introduce you to the program, help you to set up a folder structure and take you through the steps required to add your first tree.

If you have not asked for a copy, but wish to know more, please contact me.

Topics Covered in this Video:

Welcome to your Bonsai Database.
A look at the ‘New Tree’ screen.
Setting up some folders on your PC.
Get your Measurements, Photos and Details first.
Adding photographs.
Completing the Tree data fields.
How the Action Log will look.

God Bless & Happy Bonsaiing
Xavier

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The BEST FREE Bonsai Management App https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/the-best-free-bonsai-management-app/ https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/the-best-free-bonsai-management-app/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:27:57 +0000 https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.co.uk/?p=4088
Five years ago my daughter Lexi created an incredibly detailed Bonsai Management System utilising Microsoft Access.  I have used it extensively, with over 500 trees, and feel confident that it does EVERYTHING you could want as a bonsai enthusiast.  This is a ‘stand alone’ system which will not be subject to any updates or support.  However, users are free to modify this as they see fit.* Although I am happy to offer this out for FREE, donations are gratefully appreciated to buy the creator more Chinese Meals 🙂
Access Bonsai Management App
This detailed App is currently in use by 17 of my Bonsai Retreat subscribers, and as yet, they have all been happy with its functionality and reliability.  Take the time to watch the series of 5 YouTube videos before deciding if this is something you may like to try out.   In this first video I shall be taking you through the many functions it gives you.  You will not be disappointed 🙂 If this is something you are interested in trying out then contact me making sure to specify whether you want your App to use: BPD, USD or EURO. This could be the best decision you ever make Happy Bonsaiing & God Bless Xavier *This is solely created and owned by my daughter Lexi.  If anybody is considering using this as a basis to create a commercial application I would ask that you make contact first.  Thank you.  
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