This book provides reference information for the DataWindow® object. It lists the DataWindow functions and properties and includes the syntax for accessing properties and data.
This book is for anyone defining DataWindow objects and writing scripts that deal with DataWindow objects. It assumes that:
You are familiar with the DataWindow painter. If not, see the PowerBuilder® Users Guide.
You have a basic familiarity with PowerScript®. If not, see the PowerScript Reference.
For a complete list of PowerBuilder documentation, see the preface of PowerBuilder Getting Started.
The printed version of this book is divided into two volumes:
Volume 1 includes Chapters 1-8.
Volume 2 includes Chapters 9-11.
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