$MVAT
Performs MultiValue screen cursor control or sets screen display
option.
Synopsis
$MVAT(x,y) $MVAT(code,arg)
Parameters
| Argument | Description |
|---|---|
| x | A positive integer specifying the number of columns to indent the horizontal position of the screen cursor. 0=column 1 (no indent), 1=indent 1 column. |
| y | Optional — A positive integer specifying the vertical line position of the screen cursor. 0=top of screen. If omitted, defaults to the current line. |
| code | A negative integer specifying a screen display option code. See the Caché MVBasic @ function for a list of these codes. |
| arg | Optional — An argument required by certain code values. |
Description
The $MVAT function invokes the Caché MVBasic @ function, performs the specified operation, and returns to the ObjectScript environment. Specify parameter values in MVBasic form. For further details refer to the Caché MultiValue Basic Reference.
The @ function does not change the ObjectScript $X and $Y special variables.
