Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

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I want to write a javascript that:

1. Retrieves Prefix, First Name, and Last Name from two different Contact lookup fields

2. Pushes that information into new fields to build salutations

I'm fairly confident I can write the second part but it's calling the field from a linked entity where I am lost. What is the command for something like that?

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RE: Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

Nevermind, the icon finally appeared in the top bar of our CRM 2011.
Aric Levin 30,188 on at

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RE: Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

No problem.
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RE: Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

Thanks
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RE: Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

Yes I am using CRM 2011. Thanks Aric!
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RE: Retrieve value from entity in lookup field

Are you using CRM 2011?

You can use REST API for that, to retrieve the values from the other entities.

Here are some resources to get you started:

The following is the Rest API Builder from Jason Lattimer, which will help you build the api queries that you need.

crmrestbuilder.codeplex.com

MSDN Article on using Create, Read, Update and Delete operations using the REST endpoint

msdn.microsoft.com/.../gg334427(v=crm.5).aspx

CRMRestKit JavaScript library to call the CRM Organization Service

crmrestkit.codeplex.com

Hope this helps.