HP Data Entry and Forms Management System (VPLUS) Reference Manual (32209-90024)

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USING FORMSPEC IN BATCH MODE
USING FORMSPEC IN BATCH MODE
forms can be copied to or deleted from a forms file, field attributes may be updated, and
function key labels may be created and updated. Individual screens, save fields, and some
global information; however, cannot be defined in batch mode. Also, save fields cannot be
copied from one forms file to another.
Listing Forms Files in Batch Mode
By using the batch mode LIST command, forms can be listed on the list device from a
streamed job. This means forms file listings may be automated in a job that updates a
forms file. For example, a job that updates a forms file could also print all or specific forms
for future reference. The form listings may also be directed to a disc file to be examined.
Relating Forms In Batch Mode
Form family relationships can be established using the RELATE command in batch mode.
The RELATE command requires that the forms exist and their screen designs be identical.
Furthermore, the forms to be related must be distinct forms and the proposed child form
cannot already be a member of a family of forms.