Descriptions of Library Routines

The routines for the Database Management Library are distributed in the disk file DBMLIB.SQU. All the user-callable runtime routines are described in this section.

Each routine is presented on a separate page. The dictionary page for each routine contains the following sections, as applicable.

The format of a V+ CALL instruction for the routine is shown.

NOTE: The variable names used for the routine parameters are for explanation purposes only. Your application program can use any variable names you want when calling the routine.

Some calling sequences will not fit on a single line and are shown here on two lines. However, all calling sequences must be entered on a single line in V+ programs.

Function

This is a brief statement of the function of the routine.

Usage Considerations

This section is used to point out any special considerations associated with use of the routine.

Parameters

Each of the input parameters in the calling sequence is described in detail. For parameters whose acceptable values are restricted, the restriction is specified.

Each of the output parameters in the calling sequence is described in detail.

Global Variables

Global variables accessed by the routine are described.

Details

A complete description of the routine and its use is given.

Related Routines

Other AIM routines, which are related to the function of the current routine, are listed.