User Guide

Chapter
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SPSS Scripti
ng Facility
The scripting facility allows you to automate tasks, including:
 Automatically customize output in the Viewer.
 Open and save data files.
 Display and manipulate dialog boxes.
 Run data transformations and statistical procedures using command syntax.
 Export charts as graphic files in a number of formats.
A number of scripts are included with the software, including autoscripts that run
automatically every time a specific type of output is produced. You can use these
scripts as they are or you can customize them to your needs. If you want to create
your own scripts, you can begin by choosing from a number of starter scripts.
To Run a Script
E From the menus choose:
Utilities
Run Script...
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