Printer statement
Note: This statement is supported for backward compatibility only; newer programs should use the Print_ functions.
Description
Directs output of Print statement to the printer.
Syntax
Printer On Off numeric_expression
Parameters
The Printer statement has the following parameters.
Parameter | Description | |
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On | After a Printer On statement, all subsequent output from the Print statement is routed to the current printer device. | |
Off | A Printer Off statement closes the print job. | |
numeric_expression | You can also use a numeric expression. If numeric_expression evaluates to true (non-zero), Printer On is set. If the value of the expression is false (zero) or null, Printer Off is set. |
See Also
Example
/* The printer will print the current system date in the D2 format. */ Printer On Print OConv(Date(), "D2") Printer Off