Tip: Note that the above operation is not possible while a user-defined function (page 196) is open.

Using Text Files

Running a text file from the Program Loader window displays the contents of the file in the Text File Contents window.

Inserting a text file name followed by “()” inside a program causes the contents of the text file to be displayed in the Text File Contents window when execution reaches the name.

Example:

File Name: “CAUTION”Program that displays contents of

 

“CAUTION” file
Converting a Text File to a Program File

You can convert a text file created on the ClassPad to a program file. You also can transfer a text file created on your computer to a ClassPad unit, and then convert it to a program file.

uTo change a text file to a program fileWhile a text file is open, tap [Edit], [Mode Change], and then ['Normal].

Tip

Note that the above operation is not possible while a user-defined function (page 196) is open.

For information about transferring data between a computer and a ClassPad unit, see Chapter 15 of this manual.

Converting a Program File to an Executable File

You can use the procedure below to change a program file (PRGM file type) to an executable file (EXE file type).

An EXE file is about half the size as its corresponding PRGM file.

An EXE file can only be executed. It cannot be edited. Because of this, converting a PRGM file to an EXE file also generates an editable PRGM file as a backup.

uTo convert a program file (PRGM) to an executable file (EXE)

1.Open the PRGM file that you want to convert and display it in the Program Editor window.

2.Tap [Edit] and then [Compress].This displays a dialog box for inputting the backup file name.3.Enter the backup file name and then tap [OK].

This saves two copies of the file. One is an EXE file under the name of the original PRGM file. The other is a backup file, which is created under the name you specify here.

Original File:OCTA (type: PRGM)
Specified File Name:OCTA2
Resulting Files:OCTA (type: EXE), OCTA2 (type: PRGM)

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