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Replace Line
Purpose
Enables a user to delete and insert a new line.
Default Syntax
[n] R
where n is a count that represents the number of lines to delete before
entering Text Entry mode. The default value of n is 1.
Description
This command combines the functions of the Delete Line and Insert Line
commands by deleting the current line or several lines beginning at the
current line and replacing them with a blank line, enabling you to add
text in Text Entry mode.
Procedure
To replace a line:
1. Move the cursor anywhere on the line to be replaced.
2. Press the R key. HP EDIT deletes the line and replaces it with a
new blank line with the cursor positioned at the first column.
3. Type the replacement text. You can add subsequent lines by
pressing Return without preceding it with the / key.
4. Press / and Return when you have finished replacing text to return
to Command mode.
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To replace a block of lines:
1. Select a block of text.
2. Press the r key. HP EDIT deletes the block of characters and
places HP EDIT in Text Entry mode.
3. Insert replacement text. HP EDIT shifts the existing text to the
right.
4. Press / and Return when you have finished replacing text to return
to Command mode.
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Related Commands
Append Line
Append To Character
Append To End Of Line
Append To Word
Delete Character
Delete Line
Delete Pattern
Delete Word
Insert Character
Insert Lines
Replace Character
Replace Word