### RecordNumber

Basic and Crystal syntax.

##### Returns

Whole Number

##### Action

RecordNumber returns the current record number.

##### Typical uses

You can use this function in creating a record selection formula to print some records and exclude others.

##### Examples

The following example is applicable to both Basic and Crystal syntax:

`RecordNumber`

Creates a field containing the current record number that you can place on your report. Using this formula is the equivalent of using the Record Number field in the Special Fields folder in the Field Explorer.

Note: Using this function in a formula forces the formula to be evaluated at print time. For more information on evaluation time considerations, see the Evaluation Time functions.

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