Using the ISPF editor basic functions

The basic functions of the ISPF editor are simple and can be used immediately:
  • To alter data, type over the existing material or use the Ins (Insert) and Del (Delete) keys to add or remove characters.
  • To view data that is not displayed, use the scroll commands. These are PDF default values:
    Fn key
    Action
    F7/F19
    Scrolls up
    F10/F22
    Scrolls left
    F8/F20
    Scrolls down
    F11/F23
    Scrolls right
  • To insert a line between existing lines, type I over a number in the line command field and press Enter. The line command field is the 6-column row displayed on the left side of the panel when you create or edit a data set. The new line is inserted after the one on which you typed the I.
    Note: The editor does not distinguish between input mode and edit mode. Use the I or TE line commands to insert new lines, either between existing lines or at the end of the data.
  • To delete a line, type D over the number to the left and press Enter.
  • To save your work and leave the editor, type END on the command line and press Enter.