Edit primary commands
Primary commands affect the entire data set being edited, whereas
line commands usually affect only a single line or block of lines.
To enter a primary command, either:
- Type the command on the command line and press Enter, or
- Press the function key to which the command is assigned
Most primary commands can be abbreviated. In fact, many can be
typed as a single letter, such as L for LOCATE or F for FIND.
In this topic, the syntax diagram for each command shows the allowable
abbreviations, if any. For a complete list of command abbreviations,
see Abbreviations for Commands and Other Values.
Each command description consists of:
- Syntax
- A syntax diagram for coding the command, including a description of any required or optional operands.
- Description
- A summary of the function and operation of the command. This definition also refers to other commands that can be used with this command.
- Example
- Sample usage of the command.