Command Line and Output Window

Figure 4:2. Output Window.

The system gives the user two methods of executing a command. Either interactively via the cursor and dialog or by typing in the command via the Command Line. To execute the command typed in on the command line, click the keyboard return key.

Clicking on the arrow box next to the command line will dropdown the command history. The user can repeat a command by clicking on the command from the list and then clicking the keyboard return key. For a full listing of all the commands used within the Lines system, see Command Reference.

Figure 4:3. Command History

The Output Window shows any output generated. The window will also show commands executed if enabled.

Enable this feature

1. Select Echo Commands from the Options menu.

   Initially the window is in a docked state, at the bottom of the screen (and may also be docked at the top); but can be switched to a floating state by using the gripper bar to drag (move) the window to the required position. As a window it can be closed, but can be redisplayed by selecting the menu item VIEW \ OUTPUT BAR.

By clicking the Right Mouse button, a popup menu will be presented with four options: