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HP ALLBASE/BRW Reference Manual

Layout Function Formula Screen 

Use this screen to define a formula for the layout function defined at
the Layout Function screen.  The top portion of the screen shows the
function name and the arguments already defined for the function.


            

To define a formula 

   1.  Type the calculation formula.

       Leave blanks around any operators in the formula.

       You can use all terminal editing and arrow keys when typing and
       editing a formula.

   2.  Use Prev Page or Next Page keys on the terminal to access
       additional pages for the formula.

   3.  Press Enter.

The formula is checked for correctness.

If an error is detected, the part of the formula with the error is
highlighted.  Correct the error and press Enter again.  Or, choose Exit
Save to keep the formula as it is for later correction.

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