

Note: For Indexed Files make sure to select the ".DAT" and not the ".IDX" file. After the file is selected the file name should appear in the " File name:" box. Scroll to the bottom of the drop-down list using the vertical scroll bar.Īfter selecting all file types it will be necessary to select the specific file.Ĭlick on the " ITEMEBC1.DAT" to select the Item Master File.

Select the " Files of type:" box and use the down-arrow to display a drop-down list. Since the data files have an extension of ".DAT" perform the following from the same screen. Notice the Directory now appears in the " Recent folders:" box.Īfter selecting the directory where the file resides it will be necessary to select the proper file from the directory. Notice the " Recent folders:" box is refreshed as you select the drive and directories from the "Look in:" box. The following window should be displayed.įrom the " Look in:" box use the down-arrow to select the " C:\DataMig1\DataEbc1" directory. The following describes the steps to add a data file to a Net Express project and then view the file using the Micro Focus Data File Editor.įrom the Net Express desktop (IDE) do the following.įrom the left window pane do a right-click on the mouse button (position the mouse-pointer to any white area in the left pane).įrom the drop-down list select " Add files to project.". The intent is to provide changes as the need arises and in a timeframe that is dependent upon the availability of resources. The function delivered in this version is based upon the enhancement requests from a specific group of users. We reserve the right to make changes without notice at any time. We have made a significant effort to ensure the documents and software technologies are correct and accurate. For more information refer to The Home Page for The SIMOPATH Series. Note: This module is part of The SIMOPATH Series of training and reference materials. How to view a record in the file and map the record to a record layout that was initially defined in a COBOL copy file or other COBOL source member. How to view a record in the file using the hexadecimal dump format How to view a list of the records in the file. How to view an ASCII or EBCDIC encoded file

How to start the Data File Editor from within a Micro Focus Net Express project. The following features and functions will be discussed. This document describes how to use the Micro Focus Data File Editor to view the contents of a file. Net Express, Structure Files and Data File Editor Data File Editor
