negotiating multiple data windows

[CG]

I am new to version 14 and having trouble handling the multiple data
windows.  I use syntax, and frequently attempt to overwrite a dataset
that is open, causing the names to collide...blah blah blah
 
Is there a command that I can build into syntax that will automatically
clear the data window so this doesn't happen?  I would also love a
keyboard shortcut that will "exe" ?
 
thanks.  cindy


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[Raynald Levesque]

Hi Cindy,


Answer to your first question is to use
DATASET CLOSE ALL.
At the beginning of your syntax. (Or before any GET FILE command within your
code if you might start the syntax from that point)


Regarding your wish for a keyboard shortcut that will "exe":
I modify the toolbar by adding the icon "Run Pending Transforms". Follow
these steps:
1. right click on toolbar
2. select customize
3. select Transform in the Categories window
4. locate the ""Run Pending Transforms" icon in the Item window.
5. drag and drop it in the tool bar.
6. click OK

Now all you have to do is click on the new icon instead of typing and
executing "exe."

Cheers!

Raynald Levesque [hidden email]
Visit my SPSS site: http://www.spsstools.net


-----Original Message-----
From: SPSSX(r) Discussion [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
Gregory, Cindy, PED
Sent: September 7, 2006 6:06 PM
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Subject: negotiating multiple data windows

I am new to version 14 and having trouble handling the multiple data
windows.  I use syntax, and frequently attempt to overwrite a dataset that
is open, causing the names to collide...blah blah blah

Is there a command that I can build into syntax that will automatically
clear the data window so this doesn't happen?  I would also love a keyboard
shortcut that will "exe" ?

thanks.  cindy


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