Using the CA Dataquery EDITOR › Changing EDITOR Modes

Changing EDITOR Modes

The EDITOR panel operates in two modes: Create Mode and Process Mode. <PF12> PROCESS MODE allows switching back and forth between modes, depending on what you need to do.

Most people use Create Mode while writing, and change to Process Mode to save, update, or use the member. The EDITOR line commands are available in either mode. Both modes allow entries in the text area.

The following outlines the basic functions available in each mode.

Create Mode

• Select table names for current authorization ID.
• Select column names for current table.
• Use the template to create a query.

Process Mode

• Save entries for a query or dialogthat has never been saved.
• Save updates to a named query or dialog that has been saved before.
• Display panels for defining currently displayed dialog variables and prompt panels.
• Execute the query or dialog.

Both Modes

• Validate syntax.
• Scroll text area forward and backward.
• Online Help.
• Mode change.