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Append Line From Macro
Purpose
Enables you to add a new line within an executing macro.
Default Syntax
$A
Description
This command, when executed within a macro, suspends the macro and
enables you to add a new line following the current line.
Command Process
When the macro pauses for your input, HP EDIT moves the cursor to the
first column of a new line below the current line, enabling you to add
text. You can add subsequent lines by pressing Return without preceding
it with the / key. When you have finished adding text, pressing / and
Return returns you to Command mode. After you have returned to Command
mode, HP EDIT resumes execution of the macro.
Syntax Considerations
In order to use this command within a macro, you must properly construct
the macro using correct syntax. Refer to the Define Macro command for
information about required syntax.
Since the standard Meta key (ESC) is displayed as ^[ when inserted in a
macro, HP EDIT provides the dollar sign ($) as an alternate Meta key.
Consequently, you should use the recommended syntax of $A within a macro.
Procedure
To execute this command within a macro:
1. Construct the macro containing the command using proper macro
syntax. Refer to the Define Macro command for information about
constructing macros. If the macro is preemptive, skip to Step 3.
2. Execute the macro by pressing the m key. HP EDIT displays Specify
macroname on the message line.
3. Type the macro name, which can be a single key or key sequence.
HP EDIT executes the macro and pauses for your input.
4. Provide the input and then press / and Return to return to Command
mode. HP EDIT resumes execution of the macro.
Example
To construct, define, and execute a macro that pauses for you to add a
new line below the current line:
1. Insert a new line in text by executing the Insert Line (I)
command.
2. Type in the following macro beginning at the cursor position:
mL=AAppend a line/^m$AAto complete the text./^m
3. Press / and Return to exit Text Entry mode and enter Command mode.
4. Execute the Define Macro (z) command. HP EDIT removes the macro
from the screen and stores it for subsequent execution.
5. Issue the Execute Macro (m) command. HP EDIT displays the
following prompt on the message line:
Specify macroname
6. Press the L key. HP EDIT executes the macro and waits for your
input after the following text is displayed on your terminal:
Append a line
_
7. Type starting here beginning at the cursor position as shown:
Append a line
starting here_
8. Press / and Return to return to Command mode. HP EDIT resumes and
concludes the macro execution and appends to complete the text.
following your input as shown:
Append a line
starting here
to complete the text.
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