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The following data files are used by the Comet Help System:
| #HELP | Master library of help messages |
| #HELPLNK | Link between object programs and help messages |
| #HELPTBL | Lookup table definitions |
| #HELPXRF | Cross-reference of messages and object programs where they are used |
| #HELPXTR | Extracted help messages (default file name) |
To help you achieve greater consistency in your help messages and avoid duplication of text, all help messages are stored in a single master help file called #HELP. Object programs are linked to these help messages through an intermediate link file called #HELPLNK. Thus, a single help message in the #HELP file can be used by many object programs; the only difference is that a unique "link record" exists in the #HELPLNK for each separate use of the master help message.
A fourth data file, #HELPXRF, contains a cross-reference of help messages and where they are used. This file is essential for maintenance of your help system (especially if you need to delete a message and all of its associated links).
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