context:
I have a table where only values are stored. The values are actually the ID's from other tables. I have made a form for this table. By using comboboxes, users can select the meaningful text from the combobox while only the value is stored in said table.

my goal:
I want to add searchbuttons on that form but since only values are stored in the table, I was in a pinch. I tried to use the technique from this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQYOwYHU5jw&lc= ; Find a Record on My Form Based on the Value I Selected in my Combo Box). I thought this would solve my problem because users would be able to select the meaningful text from the combobox while Access would get the selected ID and filter the info.

my problem:
I can't get it to work. Nothing gets filtered, I just end up with a blank form. Is this because I store values in my table instead of text/string?
Thank you in advance.