Introduction MTB Statements File System Compiler Applications Reference Guide Index

Language Structure Data Division I/O Format Division Procedure Division Mnemonics

(Draw box)

Mnemonic: (Draw box=a,b,c,d)

where:
a = upper left column (decimal)
b = upper left row (decimal)
c = lower right column (decimal)
d = lower right row (decimal)

Hex equivalent: --
Discussion: This mnemonic draws a graphical box using the specified screen coordinates (decimal values).

Note: The box overwrites any text displayed on the screen within the specified coordinates (i.e., this is not a "window").

Also see the discussion on Comet windows.

Example: 
a. 100 FORMAT (Draw box=2,3,5,10)
   .
   PRINT (0,100

b. PRINT (0) (Draw box=2,3,5,10)