BUILDER CONVERSION FUNCTIONS

The Builder library conversion functions consist of three very simple,
yet handy, functions.  Hex2Dec() and Dec2Hex() are virtually self-
explanatory, and you may look at their samples to see how they work.
The use for Asc2Bin() isn't as obvious, but is the MOST useful function
is this group.

The Asc2Bin() function is priceless, and here is how I have evolved
using it most effectively:

1)  Add 1 field to OPTIONS.DBF for every different printer escape
    code your application will require.  You may also put the data in
    the field at this time.

2)  (Optional) Add a window to your program (under "Utilities") to edit
    the memory variables created in step 3, and save them to OPTIONS.DBF
    when changed.  (very simple Builder window with a VERY simple
    conversion using the GetEdit() function)

3)  Enter the command "@ PROW(),PCOL() SAY Asc2Bin(ALLTRIM(Options->Field))"
    as part of a printed report to send your escape code.

This method allows your application to support any change in printer
hardware and it makes debugging printer escape codes easier.

Simple But Effective!

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