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Online Functions

DataManager allows you to perform several types of functions at your terminal:

Input Functions

Enables you to define the format of all input records read by DataManager.

Output Functions

Let you define the format of output records generated by DataManager. Every output data field is derived from some input field. Each output definition also includes a construct which identifies the PMA application this record pertains to.

Options

Specify the options that you want in effect during the current online session. This includes whether or not you want to use mnemonics, or have warning messages and Save/Delete windows displayed.

The online facilities of DataManager streamline the data management process by:

• defining new input and output records
• validating the correspondence between input and output records
• tailoring existing records
• supporting dual environments: production and test

To help you get the job done faster, these panels provide state-of-the-art features such as:

• action bars
• pull-downs
• fast paths
• windowing