Val (Magic xpi 4.1)
Converts an Alpha string to a numeric value, according to a picture.
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Syntax:
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Val(Alpha string, Alpha picture)
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Parameters:
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string: The Alpha string to be converted to a numeric value.
picture: The format in which the number is stored in the string. For a full description, see Picture Formats.
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Returns:
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Number values.
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Example:
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Val('45.12','##.#') returns 45.1
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Note:
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A blank picture may be specified for converting standard numbers.
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See also:
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Str
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