Python Script
Python script function supports even the most complex data manipulations on a label or a form.
Tip
When compared with VBScript, it proves to be a more suitable option for 64-bit systems. It is also proved to be a notably faster scripting alternative.
About group identifies the function.
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Name: function ID, initially defined by the function type.
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Description: function's purpose and role as defined by the user.
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Function type: show which type of scripting is selected.
Python Script
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Insert data source: inserts an existing or a newly created data source into the script.
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Verify: validates the entered script syntax.
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Script editor: opens the editor which makes scripting easier and more efficient.
Example 40. Example:
The variable NAME provides the first and last name of a person. Python Script function should break the names apart and use only the first name as the result of the function.
NAME variable initial value: John Doe
name = NAME.Value
Spc = name.find(' ')
if name != '' and Spc != -1:
Result.Value = name[0:Spc]
else:
Result.Value = name
Result of Python script: John
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