User Guide

Chapter
8
Working w ith
Syntax
SPSS syntax provides a method for you to control the product without navigating
through dia
log boxes, viewers, or data editors. Instead, you control the application
through syntax-based commands. Nearly every action you can achieve through the
user interface can be achieved through syntax. Using syntax also allows you to
save the ex
act specifications used during a session. Syntax is not available with the
Student Version.
The examples in this chapter use the data file demo.sav.
Pasting Syntax
The easiest way to create syntax is to use the Paste button located on most dialog
boxes.
E Open demo.sav for use in this example.
E From the menus choose:
Analyze
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